Brand New Dog Training Workshop!

Dealing with Distractions

Outdoor Dog Training Workshop in Manchester – 14th September 2025

Does your dog lose focus the second something exciting happens?
Whether it’s another dog, a rustling leaf, or just the big wide world, distractions can make training feel impossible.

This outdoor workshop is designed to help you and your dog build calmness, focus, and confidence around real-life distractions — all in a safe, supportive environment.

📍 Location: Adlington Dog Field, Macclesfield
🕒 Date & Time: Sunday 14th September, 10:30am – 11:30am
💷 Price: £29
🔗 Book Your Spot Here

What You’ll Learn

In this 60-minute workshop, you’ll gain hands-on skills for handling your dog around everyday distractions. Together, we’ll cover:

  • Reading your dog’s intentions – learn to spot the early signs of distraction or over-excitement.

  • Kind & effective interruption – how to step in before things escalate.

  • Loose lead & recall around dogs – build focus even when other dogs are nearby.

  • Safe on-lead greetings – handle the long line with confidence and set your dog up for positive interactions.

  • Settling skills – help your dog switch off calmly, even in a busy environment.

  • Adapting on the go – tailor your expectations and keep training fun while protecting your relationship with your dog.

What to Expect

This isn’t a rigid class — it’s a supportive training space where you and your dog can work on the skills you need most.

To help you get the most from your time I will provide some structured activities such as:

  • Controlled recalls past other dogs

  • Calm approaches and disengagements

  • Focus games and trick practice

  • Walking and settling near distractions

  • Opportunities for safe, matched socialisation where appropriate

You can do what you want with your time, these will be there as a guide and to facilitate the learning. Every exercise is designed to be adjusted for your dog’s current ability — whether you’re brand new to distraction training or ready to take things up a level.

Who This Workshop is For

✅ Owners of young or adolescent dogs (but all ages welcome!)
✅ People who want a safe, controlled environment to practise training around bigger distractions
✅ Owners who’ve done some training and want to progress, or beginners who need guidance in managing distractions kindly and effectively

What to Bring

  • A regular lead and a long line

  • A mix of tasty treats (low & high value)

  • Your dog’s favourite toy

  • A treat pouch or bum bag

  • Water for your dog

  • A calm, ready-to-learn attitude!

Why Join?

By the end of this workshop, you’ll feel more confident handling your dog when things get tricky. You’ll have practical tools for keeping your dog engaged, calm, and safe — and you’ll leave knowing how to set them up for success in the real world.

This isn’t just about “obedience” — it’s about building a stronger connection with your dog and learning how to be their best teacher.

Book Your Spot

Spaces are limited to keep the workshop safe and supportive.
👉 Click here to book your place (£29)