Lead the Dog

Trusted for 10 years

I have over 20 years experience of working with dogs, including breeding, showing and training them. I started by working in kennels, then petsitting and eventually dog walking and home boarding.  I have 3 of my own and they are my life. Pig, my chocolate labrador is nearly 5: she has her Gold Kennel Club Good Citizen Award, is Grade 1 Agility and regularly participates in conformation shows.  In 2010, Pig had 12 piglets and she was particularly proud when her son Zappa qualified for Crufts 2012.  Pig is a lovable, loyal friend with a small brain but always willing to try and please her mummy!Puddle is my 2 year old Irish Water Spaniel - a rare breed that regularly makes me laugh and cry due to her infuriating intelligence - she has taught me so much in the different ways of training dogs because she is always 5 steps ahead of me! She too is Grade 1 agility, achieved her Gold Good Citizen and gained a 2nd at Crufts in 2012. She excels at trick training when she can be bothered!Oink is my gorgeous little black labrador puppy that is growing up far too fast. She's achieved her bronze Good Citizen already and qualified for Crufts 2013.  She's the naughty, spoilt baby of the house!I hold an Animal First Aid Certificate, an Animal Psychology Certificate and am fully insured.I pride myself in being reliable and flexible as your dog's welfare is my main concern.