WELCOME TO CLEVERK9
Training & Behavioral Specialists
Cleverk9 is not just your average training school but a complete solution for all your training needs. Regardless of breed or size, emotional or physical requirements, behavioural issues and triggers, we work with both you and your dog to achieve your ultimate training goals. We do not believe in using negative fear based training solutions and only offer positive reinforcement as the foundation of our methodology. I have studied with the IMDT and The School of Canine Science among others, and hold diploma’s in canine psychology, behaviour and training, also specialist qualifications in canine anxiety and aggression and rehabilitation. I avidly pursue ongoing education and professional development by attending courses and seminars and keep up to date with the latest industry research and literature. Browse our site to learn more about how we can help.
SERVICES WE OFFER
Positive Pet Training
GROUP TRAINING
Group classes are held on the large field to the rear of The Junction Pub, Rainford, St Helens.
All our training is done using positive reward based methods. We will provide you with tools and tricks to teach your pet how to be a well-mannered companion. Group training classes are effective in teaching your dog to work with and listen to you in a distracting but controlled environment. Our holistic approach creates pets that are balanced, mentally and physically.
ONE TO ONE TRAINING.
We're here to help!
One to one training is there to help with specific problems whether behavioural issues such as aggression or reactivity to lead manners and recall. We can also help nervous owners build their confidence with their dogs, who feel they’re not ready for a group class environment.
One to one's are via home visits and are charged at £60 per one hour session.
ONLINE TRAINING COURSE
Our remote learning solution.
Our 6 week online training course covers everything from lead walking and recall to teaching your dog how to settle and leave things that don't belong to them. Our step by step instructinal videos will help you and your dog learn the skills you need to thrive together. For just £60 you get lifetime access to the course and all the instructional videos.
CLEVERK9 PUPPY SCHOOL
6 WEEK COURSE
This is a six week course designed to give you the ability to communicate well with your pup and give them all the skills they need to be a well mannered and socialised companion.
Your puppy will learn many skills including:
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How to walk with a nice loose lead​
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How to come when called
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Manners around other dogs and people
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Targeting and settling on a bed
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How to wait and stay
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All training is supported by a dedicated WhatsApp group for each class providing support and advice 7 days a week.
ALL ABOUT US
Paul Shepherd Dip.Canine.Psy
Cleverk9 is not just your average training school, but a complete solution for all your canine needs. We offer a variety of classes that focus on pet communication, socialisation and science-based behavioral theory. No matter what service you book with us, you’re guaranteed to learn everything there is to know about raising a respectful and problem-free pet. At Cleverk9, our aim is to provide real solutions to the most common challenges that pet owners face. Through expert behavioral coaching and applying kind, approachable, and humane principles, we are here to help you alleviate all of that unwanted owner stress.
CONTACT US
At Cleverk9, we strongly believe that it’s never too late to change our pet’s behavior. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
Email:
Phone:
07875670634
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Share Your Experience
Paul is an amazing trainer! We have done one to ones, and we’re currently doing the stage 2 classes! Our pup is coming on amazing with Paul’s help and support. He is such a helpful & patient trainer who is always the other end of the phone no matter how silly or small my questions are! He has not only helped us have a confident, clever little pup, he has also given us the confidence and the support and guidance to teach our pup! We will continue to go to Paul’s class’s and recommend him to every dog owner :)
Zoe Johnson
Paul is an absolutely amazing trainer and has made our pup improve in ways we never thought she could. He has been a great help and support, we wouldn’t have coped without him! highly recommend classes and 1 - 1’s and as they’re suited to any pups and dogs and help not only the dog but owner to! Us and our pup love training with Paul and will continue to do so.
Jess Dougherty
I have been working with Paul for about 6 weeks now with my dachshund Dolly. Dolly is quite an anxious dog and this comes across as aggression. She is particularly reactive with my neighbours around the apartments were i live. By working with Paul to develop key games and to change some of my language and handling of her, i now have a much calmer, less anxious dog on my hands and i am much less anxious myself! we still have a way to go but i can see progress every week and walking her is now much more pleasurable! I cannot thank Paul enough!
Mel Greenwood
MEET THE TEAM
Leave It to the Experts
PAUL SHEPHERD MSFTR
Founder
I am really passionate about helping people improve their relationship with their canine companions by gaining a better understanding of them.I have studied with the IMDT and The School of Canine Science among others. I have a diploma in Canine psychology (distinction), canine behaviour and training, I also have a specialist diploma in canine anxiety (distinction) and aggression and rehabilitation. I am a full member of the National UK Therapist register in Canine psychology. I avidly pursue ongoing education and professional development by attending courses and seminars. I also like to keep up to date with any new industry research and literature.