Guest Workshops in South Oxfordshire/ West Berkshire
Guest workshops, led by trusted specialists, to help dogs and their people explore new skills, learn from experts and have fun together.
Sharing Expertise, Expanding Knowledge
Do you ever feel like the more you learn, the more you realise how much there is yet to learn? I certainly do. This is one of the main reasons that I love to host guest specialists, either trainers, educators, or other pet professionals.
Topics include:
Canine conditioning and physiotherapy;
Breed specialist workshops;
Obedience skills for fun;
Lost dog tracking;
Trick Training;
Gun dog fun for all.
Cooperative care and husbandry.
WHY JOIN ME for a workshop?
Workshops typically run for 3–6 hours, with small group sizes to maximise hands-on time. Each one blends theory with practical sessions, and dogs are usually worked individually to help them stay relaxed and focused. I hand-pick qualified guest experts to bring their specialist knowledge to South Oxfordshire/ West Berkshire.
If you're fascinated by dogs, curious about new activities, or keen to support your dog’s health and wellbeing, these taster workshops are perfect for you!
Previous workshops
Canine Conditioning
A deep dive into canine conditioning and physiotherapy with Veterinary Physiotherapist Amy Stone.
We looked at how we can support our dogs by taking the time to warm up and cool down before and after exercise – if it is good enough for athletes and yoga advocates, why not for our dogs?
The greater our understanding of our own dog’s normal movement patterns and gait the better we are enabled to support their physical health and react when we notice changes.
BREED SPECIALISTS
If you’ve owned several different breeds over the years, you’ve probably noticed how certain traits and behaviours are more prominent in some than others.
Humans have selectively bred dogs for specific roles, resulting in distinct breeds with their own characteristics.
We spent a glorious day celebrating all things Border Collie with Sam Humberstone. We explored games designed to tap into each dog’s strong instincts—helping them feel good doing what they’re hardwired for.
MEDICAL DETECTION DOGS
This fascinating evening gave us the chance to learn more about the remarkable work of the Medical Detection Dogs charity.
We heard about how dogs are trained to detect the scent of human disease and alert people with medical conditions to changes in their health.
The talk was a great mix of science and real-life stories, highlighting the impact of these dogs in both research and everyday life. It was a chance to appreciate yet another way in which our dogs' incredible abilities can make a meaningful difference.
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“Well organised and fun"
“Canine conditioning helps reduce the risk of injury and enables me to pick up on any early signs of discomfort. We are all responsible for keeping our dogs safe and ensuring they remain in the best of health during the short time they are with us. Thank you to Cerys and Amy for a well organised and fun afternoon.”
Lindsey and Tia
Working Cocker Spaniel -
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“Loved the balance of practical + theory"
“The border collie workshop was just wonderful! Loved the balance of the day, practical and theory both covered. We both feel like we have some great take homes and things to try with Mouse, to tire her active brain. As I said before, she took herself to bed for the first time after the session!“
Toni and Mouse
Border Collie Cross -
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“Patient, understanding"
“I think I found my happy place: dogs and making a real difference in people’s lives!”
Diane and Lily
Working Cocker Spaniel
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