Dog Training Durham

Rewards Dog Training brings a new way to train your dog to Durham, offering group, social, and 1-2-1 training to help owners live in harmony with their dogs. Because a well-trained dog means a happier home!

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Real-Life Challenges? We Can Help!

Whether it’s a new puppy learning the basics, a boisterous teenager testing boundaries or an anxious rescue needing reassurance…we’ll help you create a calmer, happier relationship with your dog through fun, reward-based training. We help dogs (and their humans!) build confidence, good habits, and better bonds in a relaxed and positive way.

Our training packages

Puppy Training

Home Start Puppy Package

Group Puppy Classes

Advanced Puppy Classes (up to 18 months old)

Teenage Tearaways

1 to 1 Home Sessions

(Up to 3 years old)

Behaviour Training

1 to 1 training available in person or online

Why Rewards dog training?

I have always been passionate about looking at your dog from nose-to-tail, including their food, environment and lifestyle. I specialise in home training courses for puppies, teenagers and dogs of all ages, shapes and sizes to help you work on any behaviours, issues or training. By working in your home (and using your local walks) you get the chance to work in the place where you need help the most to build a lifelong, happy and positive relationship.

The Best Start for You & Your Dog Through Holistic Training

From puppies to adult dogs, our holistic approach to dog training helps you build confidence, improve behaviour, and enjoy a stronger bond with your four-legged friend. I use Holistic Training because I passionately believe that getting the dog you want as part of your family is not just about training. Everything in the environment, food, exercise routine and your lifestyle will affect your dog or puppy. It’s not just about teaching them to sit and give paw (although that can be fun!).

Teaching life skills is all about how we interact with with our dogs right from the moment we wake up to the moment we go to bed.

Whole-Dog Wellbeing

Training that considers your dog’s emotions, environment, lifestyle and health and not just obedience.

Flexible & Personalised

Tailored to your dog’s age, breed, personality and your family’s needs.

Lasting Results

Positive, force-free methods create habits that stick long term.

Promotes Balance

Combines training with enrichment, play, rest and choice for a happier dog.

Dog Owner Reviews

The Liebling Family

“Five stars for Sara at Rewards Dog Training. It was a pleasure working with Sara who is calm, understanding and her knowledge of dogs was educational as well as interesting. She really helped us bond with our puppy, Nala, particularly the relationship with my two year old (who loved joining in on our training sessions) will be everlasting. Sara was flexible and reliable. I would highly recommend her, especially for families with young children looking to get a puppy.”

Kerina and Chris

“Recently completed the home puppy course with Sara. Wow! What can I say? It’s really helped me and my puppy. We have gone from strength to strength with Sara’s guidance which really helped my confidence. We made the right choice in Sara in starting off Aoife and her training. For anyone with a puppy it’s a must!”

The Hitchens Family

“Soon after bringing home our delightful cockapoo pup, Twiglet, we had a Preschool Puppy Session with Sara in our home. She met the family including our slightly bemused cat! This visit gave us reassurance that we were on the right track and also tips and advice for the forthcoming days and early weeks with a new pup. I would thoroughly recommend Sara’s dog training skills and, importantly, her friendly and approachable manner ensuring that each encounter is enjoyable with laughs along the way!”

Steve and Angela

“I wanted to have some basic training for our 12‑week‑old English Bulldog, Mabel, and opted for some 1‑2‑1 lessons as primarily she wouldn’t be awake for the classes in the evening, so having them at home really helped. Sara clearly has a vast and in‑depth knowledge of dog‑training techniques and tips/advice etc., and Mabel absolutely loved her. I would have no hesitation in recommending Sara and can only thank her for the help and advice shared for Mabel.”

🐾 Dog Training FAQ's 🐾

What areas do you cover for dog training in County Durham?

We provide dog and puppy training across Durham, Chester-le-Street, Hartlepool, Newton Aycliffe, Darlington, Bishop Auckland, Seaham, Houghton-le-Spring, and surrounding areas. If you’re unsure if we cover your location, just get in touch.

Can you help with behaviour problems like pulling, barking, or reactivity?

Absolutely! Our 1:1 sessions are tailored to your dog’s needs and can cover loose lead walking, recall, barking, chewing, anxiety, reactivity, and more.

Do you train older dogs as well as puppies?

Yes, it’s never too late to start training. We work with dogs of all ages and breeds to improve behaviour, focus, and confidence.