Reward based dog trainer and behaviourist
Over 15 years experience working with thousands of dogs and their owners.
Covering Cheshire and Greater Manchester.
NEED HELP WITH............
Training
Preparing for change
Behaviour issues
Looking for a dog trainer?
Want to teach your dog commands? Need help with housetraining?
Scared to let your dog off lead, because they won't come back?
I can help. I've spent over a decade teaching dogs and training owners and canine professionals.
If there's something you'd like your dog to learn, get in touch.
Behaviour issues
Preparing for change
Behaviour issues
Barking at the door, chewing the furniture, stealing from the work surface, lunging at passersby, snapping at other dogs, etc.
I can help with these and any other behaviour issues you might experience. I've been working with "difficult" and "dangerous" dogs throughout my career as a dog trainer and behaviourist, for rescue centres and the public. I have helped hundreds of owners overcome serious difficulties. If you need help, get in touch.
Preparing for change
Preparing for change
Choosing the right dog for you
Perhaps your dog has become used to having you around all the time and a change of job means that's no longer going to be the case
Maybe your vet has advised you to change your dog's exercise routine.
A member of the household might be moving out.
Get in touch today and I will help you and your dog adapt to these and any other changes to your circumstances.
Choosing the right dog for you
Choosing the right dog for you
Choosing the right dog for you
Are you thinking about getting a dog? Do you need help deciding what type of dog to choose? Are you unsure about how to identify a reputable breeder? Are you considering giving a rescue dog a home? If you need advice and guidance prior to getting a dog, get in touch, I can help.
Welcoming a new arrival
Choosing the right dog for you
Welcoming a new arrival
Whether you're having a baby, or a new person (or pet) is moving into your home, it will mean changes for your dog.
If you'd like help and support to make this as stress free as possible, get in touch.
WHO IS THE K9 COACH?
The K9 Coach is Brian Brady BSc. offering behaviour and training services in Greater Manchester, Cheshire and North Staffordshire.
Brian has been working professionally with dogs since 2008, during which time he has worked with thousands of pets and their people.
Before establishing his own business in 2016, he worked as a behaviourist and trainer, for Battersea Dogs and Cats Home and Dogs Trust.
Brian has written and provided bespoke training and guidance for; UK Border Force, Royal Mail, EDF, and Local Authority Dog Wardens and Animal Services.
He has worked with young offenders, children with special educational needs.,and people suffering from cynophobia (fear of dogs).
He helped establish the Battersea Service Dogs programme, conducting assessments and initial training for dogs who went on to work in police forces, prisons, security firms and even as animal actors.
He has appeared on Panorama, ITV News, Sky News, Daily Politics, BBC Radio, in numerous publications and has been featured in a number of episodes and specials of Paul O’ Grady for the Love of Dogs.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
My aim isn't just to train your dog for you.
My objective is to train you to teach your dog in an effective and rewarding manner.
Whether you need help teaching your dog the basics or to modify a problem behaviour the ultimate goal is for you both to be happy.
I will work with you and your dog to achieve the training or behaviour changes you want..
The approach I take is the same whether dealing with an aggressive older dog, a nervous puppy or an energetic adolescent.
It's about strengthening the bond that you have with your dog, teaching them that responding to you is rewarding, providing them with appropriate outlets for their instincts and energy, letting them know what you want them to do and rewarding them when they get it right.
When dealing with dogs with behavioural issues I follow a four stage process.
INVESTIGATE
We will discuss your dog’s current behaviour, what you'd like them to be able to do and what you want to change. I will observe your dog and talk to you about their usual routine.
EXPLAIN
I’ll help you understand why your dog is doing what they’re doing, how to teach them to do something, what motivates them and how to change any unwanted behaviours
DEMONSTRATE
I’ll show you techniques to effectively train your dog, how to teach them new behaviours and the changes to make to eliminate unwanted behaviour.
TRAIN
I’ll support and coach you, as you work with your dog, to teach what you want them to learn and to overcome any issues you face.