ActivDogs

Better Together

Force free dog training to build a better relationship with your dog.

Building a better Realtionship with your dog

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Understanding your dog will help you the build a lasting relationship.

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Who is Activdogs

Steven Symonds

Founder

I am an experienced, qualified trainer and animal behaviorist. Since starting in 2019, I have worked one to one with more than 2000 dogs and their families, making me the most sought after trainer on the South Coast. 

I am a Cardiff University Alumni, where I read Biology. I also hold an Ethology (animal behaviour) based Post-Graduate Master’s degree by research.

In my constant quest to increase my knowledge and experience, I am working towards a level 6 diploma in canine behaviour. In the near future, I hope to embark on a professional doctorate to increase my contribution to theory through research and to clinical practice.

Martha

Assistant Trainer

Martha is our 9-year-old English Springer Spaniel and a key member of the ActivDogs team. 

Martha will often be seen out practising recall with puppies on their first times off-lead. The puppies love to follow, copy and learn whatever Martha does and so it becomes a ‘supercharged’ way to teach recall (vicarious learning). 

Martha helps in many other ways and fulfills numerous roles including teaching gundog skills.


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