Stop Pulling Workshop

No more being pulled from pillar to post

Walking your dog should feel enjoyable - not like a battle of wills or a full blown workout. My four-week Loose Lead Walking Workshop is designed to help you swap stressful strolls for calm, connected walks where you and your dog move as a team.

The Erskine Centre, Chedburgh – just 15 minutes from Bury St Edmunds, serving dog owners across Suffolk

Loose Lead Walking Workshop

This is a focused, four-week programme designed to tackle one of the most common struggles dog owners face: lead pulling.

Whether your dog has always been strong on the lead, or you’ve just never managed to make loose lead walking stick, this workshop gives you the clarity, skills, and support to create real change.  Across four structured, indoor sessions, you’ll discover:

  • Why lead pulling happens, and how to break the pattern for good 
  •  Practical strategies for teaching your dog to walk calmly by your side in everyday situations  
  • How to build focus and engagement on walks, even with distractions  
  • The role of equipment — what helps, what hinders, and how to choose what’s right for you  
  • Simple routines you can use immediately to make walks easier, less stressful, and more enjoyable

This workshop is a targeted, step-by-step approach for owners who want to move beyond frustration and enjoy walks again.

Who is the Workshop for?

✔ Those that are tired of being pulled & dragged
✔ Those fed up with the constant game of tug-of-war
✔ Those looking for practical, ethical solutions that work in the real world

Important 
This workshop is not suitable for dogs who are reactive or uncomfortable around other dogs. All dogs must be able to work safely in a group environment.

If your dog finds this challenging, we offer a 1:1 option.
 

What's Included?

✅4 x 1-hour sessions (max 5 dogs in group)  
✅Structured exercises and step-by-step coaching
✅Troubleshooting tailored to you and your dog
✅Follow-up notes and support materials after each class
✅Certificate of completion

Workshop Booking Options

Group Sessions
Duration: 4-week
Where: Erskine Centre Chedburgh, Thursdays 6pm
When: Weekly starting 16th October (changed from 2nd)
How Much: £80 per dog
Class size: 5 Maximum
What to Bring: Flat collar, fixed lead (no retractable), Treats

Prefer 1:1 Option 
You can book the Loose Lead Walking Workshop as a bespoke package:  
2 x 1-hour sessions £110  
All the workshop content, delivered to you individually and tailored to your dog’s needs1

How to book:

Spaces are limited to ensure individual attention and progress for every dog and handler.

Ready to enjoy walks again? Click below to secure your spot.

Course Pricing

Stop Pulling Workshop

£80

  • 4 Weeks 16 October 2025

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Stop Pulling 1:1 Option

£110

  • 2 x 1 Hour Sessions

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Tracy Hancock

Welcome to Dogwarts K9 Academy — where stressed-out dog parents finally overcome training struggles and fall back in love with their dogs through pressure-free, fun techniques that deliver real, lasting results. 

While I help dogs of all breeds, I specialise in Cockapoos and cases of reactivity and anxiety — supporting these sensitive pups and their guardians to transform challenging behaviours into calm confidence. 

When you work with me, you get the kind of training your dog would choose if they could pick — because my approach teaches you to truly understand your dog, speak their language, and uncover the real meaning behind their behaviour.   This creates an unbreakable bond of trust that unlocks incredible progress — results that don’t just meet expectations, they surpass them. 

I never use aversive methods or intimidation — you can trust that your training will always be judgement-free, pressure-free, and fear-free.  Instead, I teach fun, engaging techniques your dog relates to and enjoys, putting the joy back into your training sessions and making your results truly unstoppable. 

Together, we break it all down — discovering your dog’s go-to responses, uncovering hidden triggers (which might surprise you), and rebuilding hope and harmony into your lives. 

From Cockapoos who struggle with reactivity and anxiety, to dogs of all breeds facing noise sensitivity, separation issues, lead reactivity, and more, I’ve helped countless dogs reshaped and rebuild their emotional wellbeing.   Through our compassionate approach, we help your dog live with less anxiety or reactivity so they can experience more adventures with you by their side.