Juvenile and Adolescent Dog Training Classes

If your dog has hit that stage where they seem to have forgotten everything they once knew, you are not imagining it.

The adolescent phase is real, it is frustrating and it catches a lot of owners completely off guard. The focus disappears. The recall that used to work goes out the window. The dog who was doing so well suddenly seems to be doing everything except what you ask.

This is the stage where a lot of owners plateau or give up. It is also the stage where the right guidance makes the biggest difference.

What These Classes Cover

The Juvenile and Adolescent classes are designed to help you regain clarity and momentum during one of the most challenging stages of dog ownership.

We work on the skills that matter most in real life. Focus and reliability around distractions. Settling more easily in busier environments. Responding to you consistently.

Each class builds on the last, so your dog is developing progressively rather than covering the same ground week after week.

What You Get as Part of the Classes

  • Structured fortnightly training sessions focused on the specific challenges of this stage
  • A group of owners at exactly the same point, which means shared experience, mutual support and the reassurance of knowing this is entirely normal
  • Clear direction between sessions on what to work on at home so that progress does not stall between classes

Why This Stage Matters

The habits your dog builds during adolescence tend to stick. If the behaviour that develops during this period is not addressed and shaped properly, it becomes the behaviour you manage for years.

Dogs who come through this stage with the right training in place become significantly easier to live with and more enjoyable to take anywhere. That is worth investing in properly.

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Take the Next Step With Group Dog Training

Group classes offer more than just training. They give you and your dog the chance to build skills, confidence, and connection in a supportive environment.

With the right foundations in place, group classes become the next step in helping your dog thrive around real-life distractions. If you're ready to continue your training journey in a dynamic, structured setting, get in touch to find out more about joining our group classes.

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We genuinely couldn’t recommend Angela at Turner Dog Training more highly. We began with a 1-to-1 session before joining her weekly group classes, and the difference compared to other trainers we’ve worked with has been incredible.

Angela is so approachable, and truly takes the time to get to know both the dogs and their owners. What really sets her apart is that her training is never “one size fits all” — she carefully tailors her approach to each dog’s individual needs, which makes such a difference.

One of the things we love most is the sense of community she’s created. We actually look forward to classes every week, and the group chats are a great space to share advice, challenges, and wins with other owners.

Oakley has come on so much since starting. He has more freedom now, and we feel far more confident handling him. As a rescue, he was reactive, unsure, and struggled to regulate his behaviour. The group classes have been invaluable because they take place in real-life settings, helping us work through everyday situations rather than avoiding them.

We’re so grateful for everything Angela has done — it’s made a huge difference to both us and Oakley, and we can’t wait to continue our training journey with her.
We had a fantastic experience at the puppy training class with our Labrador puppy, Tucker. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was incredibly welcoming, friendly, and completely non-judgemental—perfect for both owners and energetic pups!

Angela and Fiona were both very knowledgeable and clearly love working with all kinds of dogs. I left each session feeling more confident as we work towards making Tucker our ideal family dog. The small class sizes were a huge bonus, as it meant the advice was tailored specifically to Tucker’s personality and needs rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. We learned so much and saw real progress. I would highly recommend this class to anyone looking for supportive, effective, and thoughtful puppy training. 🐾
Myself and my miniature poodle puppy, Kaiser have recently completed the puppy training block. I have thoroughly enjoyed each session and found it very interesting and Angela has been great at breaking everything down so I can understand and is extremely knowledgeable and amazing at what she does, I have felt supported every step of the way and not to mention seeing my wee pups confidence starting to come on has been amazing to see. I'd highly recommend Angela for everything dog training related!🐾🐕
Angela has helped us with some developing less walking problems with our dog. We couldn’t recommend Angela highly enough. The process and techniques are simple and easy to work with. Angela is patent and completely non judgemental. Her only concern is for dog and owner to take away the stress.
Angela has been great at helping me with my puppy during group classes. The classes are small so it's not overwhelming and allows plenty of time to be spent on each puppy as needed.
Contacted Angela for a anxious dog issue , she has been great her training is helping my dog be able to be left alone without chewing furniture
Our dog Iris stayed with Angela whilst we were on holiday. The updates were regular and Iris looked like she was having the time of her life! She enjoyed Angela’s dogs Ivy and Maisey’s company and she came home super happy! Angela not only boarded but also trained alongside and helped improve Iris’ training and skills. I couldn’t fault the communication of the handovers and drop offs and the regular updates and pictures really put us at ease. We also came home to a domestic emergency with our house, Angela happily kept Iris for an extra night and it was no bother to her at all. We can’t wait to use Angela’s boarding again and I’m sure Iris would say the same if she could talk!🤣
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We’ve had an exceptional experience with Angela at Turner Dog Training. Her expertise in handling our lively Vizsla, Sophie, was evident in the remarkable progress we made with engagement, lead walking and obedience.

In addition, Angela's careful guidance helping us introduce an e-collar as an extra tool to help us deal specifically with severe reactivity showcased her professionalism and dedication. The thorough and gentle conditioning phase, under Angela's guidance, has yielded fantastic results. Our relationship with our dog Sophie has blossomed, and we now getting back to enjoying normal dog walks with newfound ease.

Angela's overnight home-boarding services were equally outstanding – Sophie felt at home, and her return from a week-long holiday with Angela was marked by a surprising calmness in our usually anxious dog. Angela kept us regularly updated with texts and fabulous photos of Sophie during her stay.

We are sincerely grateful to Angela for her invaluable assistance, and we wholeheartedly recommend her services to any dog owner seeking skilled and compassionate training. Angela's expertise and genuine care make Turner Dog Training a top choice for transforming the relationship with your furry friend.
We’ve had an exceptional experience with Angela at Turner Dog Training. Her expertise in handling our lively Vizsla, Sophie, was evident in the remarkable progress we made with engagement, lead walking and obedience.

In addition, Angela's careful guidance helping us introduce an e-collar as an extra tool to help us deal specifically with severe reactivity showcased her professionalism and dedication. The thorough and gentle conditioning phase, under Angela's guidance, has yielded fantastic results. Our relationship with our dog Sophie has blossomed, and we now getting back to enjoying normal dog walks with newfound ease.

Angela's overnight home-boarding services were equally outstanding – Sophie felt at home, and her return from a week-long holiday with Angela was marked by a surprising calmness in our usually anxious dog. Angela kept us regularly updated with texts and fabulous photos of Sophie during her stay.

We are sincerely grateful to Angela for her invaluable assistance, and we wholeheartedly recommend her services to any dog owner seeking skilled and compassionate training. Angela's expertise and genuine care make Turner Dog Training a top choice for transforming the relationship with your furry friend.
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This was the first ever night Bleu has stayed out without me or my partner I was really nervous about leaving her however, Angela made everything so much easier I knew bleu would be in the best hands, I got pupdates and pictures which I loved seing her face ❤️ appreciate all the time and effort Angela put into bleu she is still tired today would definitely recommend