Hearthwood Hounds

Professional Dog Training & Behaviour Modification in Bristol

Transform Your Relationship With Your Dog

Hearthwood Hounds provides expert dog training and behaviour modification services in Bristol and the South West, tailored for all breeds and life stages. Our compassionate, science-based approach ensures happier pets and peace of mind for owners seeking lasting results.

Happy family with a well-trained dog in a relaxed home environment

Personalised Dog Obedience Training

Elevate your dog's manners and responsiveness with our tailored obedience programs. Covering everything from basic commands to advanced behaviour, our one-to-one or group classes are ideal for puppies and adult dogs needing reliable, real-world obedience in home and public settings.

  • One-on-one training sessions
  • Group classes for community learning
  • Real-world scenario obedience
Dog sitting obediently during a training session

Behavioural Modification for Complex Challenges

We specialise in tackling challenging behaviours such as aggression, anxiety, and excessive barking using the latest evidence-based methods. Our trainers design step-by-step plans for sustainable change, ensuring you and your dog can enjoy harmonious living.

  • Aggression management plans
  • Anxiety reduction techniques
  • Barking control strategies
Trainer guiding a reactive dog using positive reinforcement

Puppy Socialisation & Early Intervention

Give your puppy the best start with structured socialisation classes and early life coaching. Our gentle, supportive sessions are designed to prevent future behavioural issues and instil confidence, focusing on positive play, exploration, and essential early training.

  • Safe puppy play environments
  • Early interruption of problem behaviours
  • Confidence-building exercises
Group of puppies socialising together in supervised playtime

Agility Coaching and Canine Enrichment

Challenge your dog's mind and body with our fun and rewarding agility coaching. Designed for all ability levels, our sessions build confidence, fitness, and teamwork—creating a strong bond while channelling energy into positive outlets.

  • Beginner to advanced agility programmes
  • Confidence and fitness building
  • Mental engagement through sport
Dog navigating through an agility course

Separation Anxiety and Home Alone Solutions

Specialised training for dogs experiencing distress when left alone. Our systematic desensitisation programmes and home environment assessments help reduce anxiety, build independence, and restore calm for both owners and pets.

  • Home alone setup assessments
  • Independence-building strategies
  • Controlled separation routines
Dog owner preparing to leave home with a relaxed pet

Reactivity and Leash Aggression Support

Intensive support for reactive dogs, including those who bark, lunge, or act aggressively on the lead. We use modern force-free methods to transform walks, helping reactive dogs feel safe and controlled in challenging environments.

  • Walk safety assessments and coaching
  • Leash reactivity rehabilitation
  • Positive redirection techniques
Reactive dog walking calmly on a lead during training

Workshops: Scent Games and Cognitive Stimulation

Unlock your dog's natural abilities through engaging scent detection and mental enrichment workshops. Perfect for energetic breeds and owners seeking interactive ways to tire and challenge their dogs beyond basic exercise.

  • Scent detection specialist sessions
  • Custom cognitive puzzle games
  • Energetic breed mental outlets
Human and dog engaging in scent-based games

Family Integration & Child-Dog Harmony

Special guidance for families integrating dogs with young children. We provide practical tools and education to ensure positive relationships and safety, supporting both dog and child development for harmonious living.

  • Child-safe interaction techniques
  • Family harmony strategies
  • Responsible pet ownership training
Child and dog comfortably supervised together with guidance

Private Consultations & In-Home Sessions

Get bespoke training solutions tailored to your dog's unique context with private, in-home sessions. We assess real-life scenarios, build actionable plans, and offer ongoing support for your specific challenges.

  • Bespoke home-specific plans
  • Contextual training solutions
  • Long-term follow-up support
Trainer observing and guiding pet in household environment

Certified Expertise & Success Stories

Learn about our team’s certifications, methodologies, and client success stories. Hear from satisfied owners whose dogs have transformed through our compassionate, research-backed approach to pet training and behaviour.

"Our Labrador was out of control with doorbell anxiety. Hearthwood Hounds helped us reframe their reactivity—we now leave for brief errands without a single bark. Pure peace!"

— Lisa, Horfield

"Since enrolling our energetic German Shepherd in agility training, he is calmer, sharper, and full of zest. A worthy investment for both physical and emotional well-being."

— Marcus, Bedminster

"The scent games workshop really engaged our Border Collie. It’s like enrichment therapy combined with cognitive gymnastics—he’s mentally and physically drained after every session."

— Jess, Clifton

Meet Hearthwood Hounds: About Us

Discover our passion, philosophy, and people. Hearthwood Hounds is led by a team of dedicated trainers and behaviourists committed to improving canine lives and strengthening the human-animal bond in the Bristol area.

  • CPDT certified trainers
  • Animal Behaviour Society recognised
  • Locally focused but nationally trained

Contact & Booking: Start Your Journey

Ready to change your dog's life? Contact us to book your free initial consultation, discuss your needs, or learn more about our custom training programmes. Serving Bristol and surrounding areas in South West England.

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1290 Willowbrook Lane, Suite 3A, Bristol, BS8 2RL, United Kingdom

Terms and Conditions for Hearthwood Hounds

Welcome to Hearthwood Hounds. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our services, including but not limited to obedience training, behavioural modification, puppy socialisation, agility coaching, private consultations, group classes, and in-home training sessions. By engaging with our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions in full.

1. Services Offered

Hearthwood Hounds provides a range of professional pet training and behavioural services. Specific details for each service, including duration, location, and curriculum, will be provided at the time of booking or consultation.

2. Client Responsibilities

As a client of Hearthwood Hounds, you agree to:

3. Payment and Cancellations

Fees for our services are due in advance or as otherwise agreed upon during booking. Specific payment terms will be outlined for each service package.

Cancellations or rescheduling of appointments must be made with at least 24 hours notice. Failure to provide adequate notice may result in a cancellation fee or forfeiture of the session fee. Group class fees are non-refundable once the course has commenced.

4. Health and Safety

For the safety of all animals and participants, pets exhibiting aggression, illness, or contagious conditions may be excluded from group activities or certain training sessions. Please inform us immediately if your pet develops any health concerns or behavioural changes.

While Hearthwood Hounds takes every reasonable precaution to ensure safety, clients acknowledge that working with animals carries inherent risks. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Hearthwood Hounds, its instructors, and employees from any injury or damage caused by your pet.

5. Limitation of Liability

Hearthwood Hounds provides professional guidance and training, but cannot guarantee specific outcomes or results due to the unpredictable nature of animal behaviour and the commitment required from clients. Our liability for any claim arising from our services is limited to the fees paid for the specific service in question.

6. Privacy Policy

We are committed to protecting your privacy. Any personal information collected will be used solely for the purpose of providing our services and will not be shared with third parties without your explicit consent, except where required by law.

7. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising hereunder shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

8. Contact Information

For any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions or our services, please contact us:

Hearthwood Hounds

1290 Willowbrook Lane, Suite 3A

Bristol, South West England, BS8 2RL

United Kingdom