Brilliant, fun training starts here.
If you're reading this, you are no doubt as devoted to your spaniel as we are to ours (that's me in the photo above, with our gorgeous Phoebe). From household pets to proper 'workers', we all want to give them the unconditional love, exercise and training they deserve.
Phoebe & Friends can help you get the best out of your spaniel - and help him/her get the most of out of life. Our insightful, kind and energising training sessions are great fun for adults, children and dogs alike. From puppy training, basic obedience and 'trust-training', through to proper field ('gundog') training, we're here to help you build your bond together and get the most out of each other: kindly, gently, and steadily.
Take a look at what we can offer below - or get in touch to find out more.
Puppies & juniors
Laying good foundations helps to build a confident, happy dog (and owner!) Get a head-start with our basic puppy training and socialisation, and set your young spaniel on the right track in terms of obedience, polite behaviour, and interaction with other dogs and humans.
Basic obedience & 'trust' training
Great recall, loose-lead walking, steadiness, and kind behaviour around other dogs, children and adults is totally achievable. Our structured training programmes can help you and your spaniel build the "confidence bond" and make every walk an absolute delight.
Field ('gundog') training
You don't have to 'work' your spaniel to get a lot out of fun field-training. Learn how to train your spaniel to use his/her nose, experience the joy of scent work, and learn some impressive gundog commands that provide a brilliant addition to your regular walking schedule.
We also provide 'full' gundog training, if required.
Nutrition guidance & programs
Establishing a healthy gut is vital at every life stage.
We can guide you to an effective, affordable dietary plan, including pups, seniors, pregnant bitches, new mums, weight management, intolerances, and more.
Our story
My obsession with spaniels even pre-dates our own lovely Phoebe! I fell in love with this intelligent, devoted breed a long time ago. We began training Phoebe when she was a pup, and were thrilled to find this age-old tradition is as much about bonding with your dog as it is about growing their capability outdoors. We also learned that training a spaniel kindly yet firmly, focussing on healthy stimulation and balance, is the key to forming good behaviours that stick.
Now with Phoebe’s son Jester and daughter Cassie we’re proud to say we have 3 terrific field-trained spaniels. We’ve had the privilege of working with several professional trainers, so I feel honoured to pass on the foundations of our learnings.
No stress, no commitment...
just call Helen on 07780 998 068
to find out more, or email helen@phoebeandfriends.net.
Nutrition
Age, gender, lifestyle and breeding all have a big effect on spaniels' gut and digestive system, and for that reason nutrition is always about quality, not cost. Studying for my Canine Nutrition Diploma with the ISCP (International School of Canine Psychotherapy), in which I gained a Distinction, has enabled me to put my research and knowledge into practice.
Today, I advise spaniel owners on a range of nutrition issues, including weight management, intolerances, junior/senior diets, pregnancy nutrition, dental health, coat and general conditioning, and specific requirements of the working season.
Whether you’d like a bit of training for your new pup… a more dedicated training course for your junior… scent work or gundog training… or a bespoke nutrition programme… we are here to help!
Reviews
"We loved Helen's calm approach to our excitable boy Morgan! He has really thrived and is loving the training programme."
Morgan's Owner
"Thanks to Helen for really sound advice on feeding our spaniel Mossy who has intolerances. She devised a feeding program that is totally affordable and simple. Mossy cleans her bowl every meal!"
Mossy's Owner
"Jack needed more stimulation than we were able to give him ourselves, so Helen's basic field work has been a revelation for all of us. Thank you!"
Jack's Owner
We'd love to hear from you, and find out more about your beautiful spaniel-friend! Give me a call or text, or drop me a line (my details are below). If it's easier, just fill out the simple form opposite.
+44 (0) 7780 998 068
