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An established dog trainer in Portsmouth

Founded in 2009, Leader of the Pack is here to help you enjoy a healthy, safe and trusting relationship with your canine companion. Get in touch with me today to book a face-to-face or virtual consultation. I cover Hampshire & surrounding areas.

"If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went" 
- Will Rogers 1897-1935

Hi, my name is Nikki Walden and I am the owner of Leader of the Pack

Having been animal-mad since the day I was born, I’ve always known my life would see me work closely with dogs and their owners. During my childhood and teen years I would look after and exercise other people’s dogs and horses for them. It was not until I owned my own property in my late 20s that I could finally become a dog-owner and feel complete. The pressing demands of the bills however still meant that I could not pursue a career with animals as I would have loved.

 

Once in my forties I was determined to make a change. I obtained my dog psychology qualification and also completed advanced training in Jan Fennell’s ‘Dog Listener’ methods. I later finally achieved my personal goal of training at the Dog Psychology Centre in L.A. with Cesar Millan (The Dog Whisperer). Through working with Cesar I also gained access to further training possibilities and have since studied a number of times with international dog training expert Brian Agnew.


With the necessary veterinary endorsements of my practice, I also obtained Professional Membership of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP), I am at long last able to work with the closest things to my heart – dogs and people!

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A leading dog trainer

Based in Portsmouth I offer comprehensive dog behaviour training sessions.

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Dogs and children

I offer tailored sessions ideal for young families. See what they're all about!

Virtual sessions

I can also provide virtual training and consultation sessions for your convenience.

Qualifications

I hold several qualifications from leading UK and international bodies.

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Rescue dogs

Much of my work is with new dog owners and those who have taken on rescue animals.

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My fees

I aim to be open and transparent with all training costs.

A fully accredited dog specialist

Having trained personally with Jan Fennell, Cesar Millan and international dog rehabilitation and training expert Brian Agnew, I can offer 1-2-1 personal assistance with your worrying dog behaviour issues.

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Nikki has been very good at helping me with my reactive, rescue Labrador. She has great knowledge and understanding of the dogs and is very pleasant and easy to talk to. She helped me to understand my dog's behaviour and gave me ways to deal with it. I now have the confidence to be able to help him going forwards. Many thanks to Nikki (and her helper, Laura). I thoroughly recommend her.

BarbaraD-249, on Yell

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Work with a reputable dog trainer today. Call 
023 9282 0001 or 07794 962529

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