Positive Steps Dog Training is owned and run by Nikki, a qualified dog trainer with the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers (IMDT) and qualified canine behaviourist through the British College of Canine Studies.
I started Positive Steps Dog Training with the aim to create a platform for owners to work with their dogs to help nurture the unbreakable bond between dog and owner. I believe in using positive reinforcement techniques to ensure the relationship between owner and dog is built on mutual trust, loyalty and respect.
I currently have a German Shepherd, Harley, who has been trained from a puppy using reward-based training methods, from toilet training to basic obedience and socialisation.
At the age of one and a half, following an incident while out walking, Harley developed some unwanted behaviours, such as anxiety around strangers and a fear response to bicycles. I worked closely with Harley for months, taking the training back to basics and building up Harley’s socialisation and confidence with strangers and bicycles both. Now, Harley is once again confident enough to enjoy her off-lead walks on the beach and her much-loved ball games – and even helps me with client training too!