Adult & senior dog training
Adult and senior dogs need just as much enrichment as young dogs — they may also need special care, or support through changes to their body and behaviour. Every session is built to keep your dog happy, comfortable and stimulated, using positive, force‑free methods, so you can enjoy the perfect companion.
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Your First Steps to the Perfect Pooch
Every Ruff journey starts with a Behaviour Consultation — a tailored, one‑to‑one appointment to understand your dog’s individual needs, whether that’s a specific training goal or a more complex behavioural concern, before deciding on the right next step.
Private sessions for specific goals
Tailored one‑on‑one support to build better behaviours, work through a specific challenge, or simply understand what your dog is trying to tell you.
Follow Up Training
A single session working towards your training goals, continuing on from previous visits.
3 Follow‑Up Appointments
A bundle of three 1‑hour sessions to keep steady progress on your dog’s training goals.
Book Now →6 Follow‑Up Appointments
Six 1‑hour sessions for dogs working through a longer training or behaviour programme.
Book Now →9 Follow‑Up Appointments
Nine 1‑hour sessions — the fullest programme for more involved behaviour work.
Book Now →Chat to the Trainer
Feeling stuck or unsure where to start? Get clear, practical advice from Holley by phone.
Book Now →Safe Social
A pre‑arranged, carefully managed social session for dogs who need extra support meeting others.
Book Now →Day Training
Focused, one-to-one training sessions built entirely around your dog’s goals — not boarding, just dedicated training time. Every new client starts with a Behaviour Consultation.
More Info →Cost‑effective group training
Gain your dog’s focus in a distracting, stimulating environment — covering training, behaviour, scentwork and agility.
Training 101
Suitable for all dogs — a friendly group class covering the training foundations.
Book Now →Settle Class
Teach your dog the art of calm — settling nicely even in a busy, exciting environment.
Book Now →Small Dog Club
A place for little dogs to get together, socialise and build confidence with dogs their own size.
Book Now →Fun Agility (Class)
Keeping the mind engaged and providing an outlet — a fun, sociable group agility session.
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A fun hour of being nosy
Scentwork channels your dog’s natural nose‑power into a calm, confidence‑building game — brilliant for adult and senior dogs who need a mental workout without the physical strain.
Scentwork Introduction
Learn the fundamentals of scentwork with your dog. Waiting list currently open for 2027 — Holley usually runs one beginner course in Spring and one in Autumn.
Join the waiting list →Scentwork Improvers
For those who have attended Introduction — build on the fundamentals and keep progressing.
Book Now →Scentwork Games
A fun hour of being nosy — relaxed scentwork games for dogs who already know the basics.
Book Now →Support and recreation, out on the trail
For owners who lack the time, or want continued support with training goals and canine recreation, out on a walk. Sessions take place at the private Training Field and in local areas, depending on your training goal, giving your dog a safe space to build loose-lead walking, recall and focus around distractions before putting it into practice on your regular walks. Open to puppies and adult dogs alike.
Looking for handouts and checklists? Browse free Adult Dog Resources →
“With Holley’s advice and support, and in quite a short period of time, we have our sofa back.”
Jane Smith
Ready to get started?
Email Holley to check availability and book a service for your adult or senior dog.
Positive, force‑free dog and puppy training in West Somerton, Norfolk.
