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Learn more about my journey into the world of canine behaviour and training, the qualifications and experience that support my work, and the values that guide every step I take with the dogs and humans I help.

Sunset beach scene with labradors – symbolising trust and partnership through Blue Lemon Dog Training.

Goring on Thames

Streatley

Whitchurch on Thames

Cholsey

Wallingford

Benson

Whitchurch Hill

Pangbourne

Ashamptsead

Upper Basildon

Nettlebed

Stoke Row

North Stoke

Didcot

South Stoke

Woodcote

Blewbury

Aston Tirrold

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Cerys Watson and Pongo – the heart behind Blue Lemon Dog Training in South Oxfordshire.

cerys and pongo

HERE FOR YOU

Do you ever find yourself looking at your dog and thinking, “If only I could fix…”? I’ve been there! None of the dogs I’ve known (whether fostered, in kennels, or curled up on my sofa) started off as the picture-perfect, in-step companion we often imagine. They each came with their own quirks, worries, and challenges. And I had to learn to meet them where they were. That meant being consistent, patient, and willing to ask for help - dogs are living, thinking, and feeling individuals after all. 

While working as a solicitor, I spent my spare time volunteering in rescues. It quickly became clear that helping dogs and their families brought me far more joy than any legal document ever could. So I took the leap and retrained.

I’m Cerys Watson, a qualified Animal Behaviour Technician and Animal Training Instructor. I completed two rigorous, year-long PACT courses—passing both with distinction—alongside running a dog walking business for dogs who needed a little extra support or space. I know that feeling of needing “eyes in the back of your head” to spot the jogger, cyclist, squirrel, or discarded burger before your dog does!

I’ve since delivered a guest lecture on Scent Detection for Oxford Brookes’ Animal Behaviour and Welfare BSc, gained practical experience, passed assessments, and continue my professional development through APBC and ABTC accreditations.

HELPING YOU AND YOUR DOG to THRIVE

From tiny terriers to towering Great Danes, the feeling is the same when understanding

  • “Scent work has been amazing"

    “Scent work has been amazing for confidence building and focus….I’m blown away by her every time I watch her amazing nose in action”

    Lois and Luna
    GSP

  • "An obedient, well behaved pooch"

    “I regularly get people commenting on what an obedient, well behaved pooch he is”

    Jacqui, Mark, Freya, Henry and Augustus
    Cavapoo

  • “Where would we be without you?!"

    “Where would we be without you?! Thanks for all that you have done for Pheebs; all your love patience and brilliance”

    Lizzie and Phoebe
    Cockapoo

  • “Patient, understanding"

    “Patient, understanding, knowledgeable, kind and most of all, good fun”

    Rachel, Phil and Beattie
    Border Terrier

  • “Cerys helped us"

    “Cerys helped us to understand how to support Frankie and without her we simply wouldn’t have known what she needed”

    Sarah, Jez and Frankie
    Cockapoo

  • "Enthusiastic about her new hobby"

    “Ebony has been enthusiastic about her new hobby and a real pleasure for me to see that she is enjoying it and learning new skills”

    Eva and Ebony
    Belgian Shepherd

  • "scentwork is a useful tool"

    “Maja can be a handful queuing at agility shows… so scentwork is a useful foil to that also involving some brainwork but without over-arousal”

    Tony and Maja
    Belgian Shepherd

  • "made me realise that I’d had my whole understanding of her a bit wrong”

    “Maisie has had problems with being massively overexcited by people…It’s been the scent work training that made me realise that I’d had my whole understanding of her a bit wrong”

    Rich and Maisie
    Black Labrador

  • "I love bringing him to sessions"

    “Kissa has made fabulous progress. He has grown hugely in confidence and I love bringing him to sessions just to see him happy and settled near other dogs!”

    Sue and Kukki and Kissa
    Finnish Lapphunds

  • "Slink’s reactivity has much improved"

    Slink’s reactivity “has much improved since she began her scent training journey. Slink recently had IVDD …the neurologist was super supportive of scent training to aid her recovery due to it being low impact for her physically but high on stimulation”

    Jules, Jim and Slinky
    Mini Dachshund

HELPING YOU AND YOUR DOG to THRIVE

From tiny terriers to towering Great Danes, the feeling is the same when understanding

  • “Scent work has been amazing"

    “Scent work has been amazing for confidence building and focus….I’m blown away by her every time I watch her amazing nose in action”

    Lois and Luna
    GSP

  • "An obedient, well behaved pooch"

    “I regularly get people commenting on what an obedient, well behaved pooch he is”

    Jacqui, Mark, Freya, Henry and Augustus
    Cavapoo

  • “Where would we be without you?!"

    “Where would we be without you?! Thanks for all that you have done for Pheebs; all your love patience and brilliance”

    Lizzie and Phoebe
    Cockapoo

  • “Patient, understanding"

    “Patient, understanding, knowledgeable, kind and most of all, good fun”

    Rachel, Phil and Beattie
    Border Terrier

  • “Cerys helped us"

    “Cerys helped us to understand how to support Frankie and without her we simply wouldn’t have known what she needed”

    Sarah, Jez and Frankie
    Cockapoo

  • "Slink’s reactivity has much improved"

    Slink’s reactivity “has much improved since she began her scent training journey. Slink recently had IVDD …the neurologist was super supportive of scent training to aid her recovery due to it being low impact for her physically but high on stimulation”

    Jules, Jim and Slinky
    Mini Dachshund

  • "Enthusiastic about her new hobby"

    “Ebony has been enthusiastic about her new hobby and a real pleasure for me to see that she is enjoying it and learning new skills”

    Eva and Ebony
    Belgian Shepherd

  • "scentwork is a useful tool"

    “Maja can be a handful queuing at agility shows… so scentwork is a useful foil to that also involving some brainwork but without over-arousal”

    Tony and Maja
    Belgian Shepherd

  • "made me realise that I’d had my whole understanding of her a bit wrong”

    “Maisie has had problems with being massively overexcited by people…It’s been the scent work training that made me realise that I’d had my whole understanding of her a bit wrong”

    Rich and Maisie
    Black Labrador

  • "I love bringing him to sessions"

    “Kissa has made fabulous progress. He has grown hugely in confidence and I love bringing him to sessions just to see him happy and settled near other dogs!”

    Sue and Kukki and Kissa
    Finnish Lapphunds

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Black and white puppy being held – early confidence-building with Blue Lemon Dog Training.

Private Dog Training

Teach your dog the key skills they need, prevent problem habits from developing or have face-to-face support to implement a behaviour plan that’s been written by a CAB or VB.

Doodle dog’s nose close-up – celebrating scent-led enrichment with Blue Lemon Dog Training.

scent detection

Find your dog’s super skill - see them with new eyes! Suitable from fully vaccinated pups to teenagers, adults, or retired sport dogs – delight your dog by stepping into their world.

Black and white dog overlooking a cliff – confident dogs exploring with Blue Lemon Dog Training.

guest workshops

Discover canine conditioning and physiotherapy, breed specialist workshops, fun obedience skills, lost dog tracking, specialist instructors, informative talks and trick training.

“Cerys has always been a pleasure to work with. She is reliable and professional & a big hit with clients.”

Dr Sophie White, Veterinary Behaviourist BVetMed MSc MRCVS

Cockapoo’s nose close-up – scentwork success starts with curiosity and calm.

Let’s begin.

Let’s explore that life together, made better.