My journey into dog training started in a very personal way. After my own dog was attacked twice, he became reactive, and like many guardians in that situation, I found myself searching for answers. I wanted to understand what was happening, why he was reacting the way he was, and most importantly, how I could help him feel safer and more comfortable in the world.
That search opened the door to dog training, behaviour and learning theory, and I was quickly drawn in. The more I learned, the more I realised how much of a difference we can make to a dog’s life when we take the time to understand how they learn, what they are feeling, and what they need from us.
Before setting up Paul’s Dynamic Dogs, I spent 31 years working in retail management. That gave me a huge amount of experience in coaching people, supporting different personalities, adapting to different learning styles and helping people build confidence. When I was offered redundancy, I decided to take the opportunity to create a business that brought together two things I care deeply about: helping dogs and helping people.
That is what Paul’s Dynamic Dogs is built around.
The word “dynamic” is important to me because no two dogs, and no two guardians, are exactly the same. Good training is not about forcing every dog through the same fixed plan. It is about being able to adapt, read the dog in front of you, support the person at the other end of the lead, and build a plan that actually works for them in real life.
My approach is fun, calm, practical and structured, with a strong focus on building the relationship between dog and guardian. I want training to feel clear and achievable, not overwhelming or overcomplicated. Whether I am working with a first-time puppy owner, a family with an adolescent dog, or a guardian struggling with lead pulling, recall or reactivity, my aim is always the same: to help people understand their dog better and feel more confident in what they are doing.
I believe one of the biggest misunderstandings in dog training is expecting dogs to automatically understand what we are asking of them without first putting the time in to teach them properly. Dogs learn heavily through association, and that takes patience, consistency and clear communication. Just like people, every dog learns at a different pace, and part of good training is respecting that.
I have a real passion for puppy foundations and helping guardians get started in the right way. Puppyhood is such an important stage, and with the right support, we can help pups grow into confident, well-rounded dogs who are better prepared for everyday life. My classes are kept small, supportive and relaxed, with no pressure and no judgement. They include practical training, owner education, follow-up emails, video links, handouts and personal support, so guardians are not left trying to remember everything on their own once they get home.
Alongside classes, I also offer 1:2:1 training and reactivity support. These sessions are tailored to the individual dog and guardian, with realistic plans, practical setups and owner coaching. Clients receive detailed recaps after sessions, including video links where helpful, and can send training videos through for feedback and assessment. My goal is not just to show you what to do in a session, but to help you understand why we are doing it and how to keep building on it afterwards.
I am an IMDT-accredited trainer, an Easy Peasy Puppy Instructor and Victoria Stilwell educated. I continue to invest in my own learning because dog training and behaviour are always developing, and I believe my clients and their dogs deserve advice that is thoughtful, up to date and kind.
At home, I share life with my two working cocker spaniels, Blake and Rebel, who keep me grounded, entertained and regularly remind me that dogs are individuals with their own personalities, motivations and quirks.
Whether you are starting out with a new puppy, working through adolescent challenges, struggling with pulling on the lead, recall, jumping up or reactivity, my aim is to help you leave each session with clarity, confidence and a stronger relationship with your dog.
Training should be practical. It should be kind. And, wherever possible, it should be enjoyable for both ends of the lead.
