121 Puppy Training Coventry

Helping new owners with their puppy training in Coventry, Kenilworth & Leamington Spa

Welcoming a new puppy is exciting, but if you’re searching for 121 Puppy Training in Coventry, it probably means things aren’t feeling quite as joyful as you’d hoped.

You might be wondering whether to comfort your crying puppy or leave them to settle on their own.

You knew puppies were mouthy, but didn’t expect to feel like you’re living with a land shark.

Or maybe you’re second-guessing everything from sleep routines and toilet training to how to handle biting, crying at night or accidents on the rug while trying to make sense of all the advice online. The good news? There’s a clear, kind way forward.

Maybe your puppy’s biting, crying at night, or peeing on the rug minutes after you’ve taken them out. Or maybe you’re just overwhelmed by all the conflicting advice online.

You’re not alone, and you’re absolutely not failing. I’m here to help you feel confident, supported, and clear on what to do next — with kind, proven training that works in the real world.

This isn’t just about teaching sit or toilet training. It’s about giving you the tools to raise a calm, confident dog who can cope with life — and giving you the confidence to enjoy puppyhood again.

121 Puppy Training covering Coventry

Bringing a new puppy into your home is exciting, but it can also feel chaotic — especially if you’re not sure how to get it right from the start. You might feel like your life’s been turned upside down and all you do is follow your puppy around, cleaning up accidents or trying to stop them biting everything in sight.

Whether you’ve had dogs before or are completely new to puppy life, I’ll help you make sense of it all with clear, kind, and science-based support tailored to you and your pup.

Through my 121 puppy training in Coventry, I’ll give you practical, real-life solutions to common struggles like toilet training, biting, crying at night, and overwhelming advice from the internet.

You’ll build a strong bond with your puppy, learn how to communicate clearly, and feel confident in handling challenges — all while using positive reinforcement techniques that make the time you spend together a joy.

My Dream Puppy Programme is designed to support you every step of the way — not just during our 121 sessions, but in between too. You’ll have WhatsApp access to me throughout, so it’s like having a trainer in your pocket when questions or wobbles come up.

I’ll help you understand the why behind your puppy’s behaviour — and give you the tools to change it.

My goal is to help you bring up a well behaved puppy who is a pleasure to be around that is well-adjusted, well behaved and socially acceptable dog that makes you proud

Coventry’s No.1 Puppy Training Specialist – bringing you the Dream Puppy Programme to solve problems before they start

Your puppy is learning from the moment they come home, so by starting your puppy training at home, we’ll be setting your new puppy up for success from the very beginning.

Inside the Dream Puppy Programme, we’ll cover:

Toilet training routines that actually work, even if your puppy wees the minute you bring them back inside
Mouthing and biting — how to reduce those needle-sharp nips without damaging your bond
Crate training and sleep support, so everyone in the house can get some rest
Understanding your puppy’s emotions and why early support now prevents bigger problems later
Socialisation done right — including what not to do when introducing your puppy to the world
Handling over-excitement or overwhelm, especially in busy places or when children are involved
Nutrition advice to support behaviour, gut health, and overall wellbeing
Building confidence early — to help prevent separation anxiety as your puppy grows
Learning your puppy’s body language, play style, and stress signals
Creating calmness at home, so your puppy learns how to switch off as well as have fun

And because this is personalised 121 puppy training, I’ll tailor everything to your home, your lifestyle, and your puppy. No cookie-cutter advice here.

Book your free 20-minute breakthrough call and let’s set your puppy up for success from day one.

Not sure what to feed your puppy? You’re not alone puppy nutrition is one of the most common worries new owners have, and it’s something I often support clients with during our 121 sessions.

I’ve written a helpful blog called “What Should I Feed My Puppy?” to guide you through the basics.

You can also explore the All About Dog Food website to compare different brands, although it can feel a bit overwhelming, so don’t worry if it leaves you with more questions. I’m here to help make sense of it all.

What do the sessions look like?

We’ll start with a 90-minute Puppy Starter Session, where I’ll come to your home and help you get set up for success right from the beginning. Together, we’ll cover essentials like toilet training, crate settling, puppy biting, sleep routines, nutrition, and how to start socialising your puppy safely and calmly.

After your starter session, you’ll have the option of 2 or 4 follow-up sessions (approx. 45 minutes each), where we’ll continue to build on your puppy’s learning and introduce core life skills to prepare them for the real world.

Throughout the programme, you’ll also have WhatsApp access to me, so whether you’ve had a wobbly night or a breakthrough moment, you’ve got a trainer in your pocket who genuinely cares about your progress.

Because I work on a 121 basis in your home, everything we do is tailored to your puppy, your lifestyle, and your goals. No generic plans just kind, thoughtful training that works in real life.

When you’re ready to get started, just book a call and we’ll begin building your puppy’s bright future together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my puppy too young to start training?

The earlier you start, the better. Puppies are constantly learning from the moment they come home, so introducing positive habits early can help prevent unwanted behaviours from developing. Training is always tailored to your puppy’s age and stage of development.

My puppy won’t stop biting. Is this normal?

Yes, puppy biting is completely normal. Puppies explore the world with their mouths, especially while teething. The key is teaching them appropriate ways to interact while helping them develop good habits from the start.

How do I stop my puppy pulling on the lead?

Pulling is one of the most common issues I help with. Rather than relying on corrections, I teach puppies to walk calmly through reward-based exercises, building focus, confidence and good habits that last into adulthood.

What happens during the first puppy session?

For the puppy programme, the first session focuses on the key foundations your puppy needs. This can include toilet training, crate training, confidence, biting and mouthing, socialisation and generalisation, developmental stages, body language, calmness, sleep, nutrition, chews and general obedience.

Here is what our customers say....

Highly recommend Carrie really has helped us understand our dogs behaviour. So helpful, really informative. Been putting session into practice today even getting our older dog involved and who knew… read more

Alison Cunningham
September 10, 2018
Carrie was really helpful and kind. I have a 5 month old Cockapp called Alfie who was constantly jumping up and snatching amongst other things (typical puppy) with Carrie’s… read more

Cheryl Gage
July 26, 2020
I would definitely recommend Carries puppy training, she worked wonders with my cockapoo Alfie and certainly made me feel much more comfident in my handling of him.

Ann Gunns
April 19, 2019
Thank you so much for looking after our cats while we were away, the photo updates are a great idea , and both cats have been very settled def would… read more

Luisa Petrucci
July 3, 2016
Carrie is a fabulous dog trainer. We have been doing 1 to 1 training with her and our new puppy weekly for the past month and she’s taught us so… read more

Louise Humphrey
November 5, 2022
Carrie has helped transform Lenny’s lead walking, in 4 one hour sessions we have been pleasantly surprised at how quickly he has learned not to pull and for us to… read more

David Owen
December 7, 2022
We had 1:1 training for our puppy with Carrie. As a first time dog owner everything was new. Carrie gave us confidence and we have learnt so much. Our sessions… read more

Mandy Boucher
May 22, 2023
I had Carrie to help me settle in my new dog with my very attached older pup. She was great- gave me solid training strategies to help them both adjust,… read more

Laura Heron
June 1, 2018
We have just finished our first class with Carrie in the Puppy problem prevention programme, and it was honestly fantastic!! Due to covid, the session was over zoom, but this… read more

Lori Jane
January 9, 2021

Local Areas Covered :

Coventry, Kenilworth, Leamington Spa, Balsall Common, Berkswell, Ryton on Dunsmore, Stoneleigh, Cubbington, Bagington, Burton Green, Tile Hill, Eastern Green, Mount Nod, Allesley, Edgewick, Earlsdon, Keresley, Holbrooks, Ash Green, Neal’s Green, Exhall, Longford, Ansty, Shilton, Bell Green, Walsgrave, Binley, Whitley, Finham, Bedworth.