Welcome to the
Dog Train & Behave Week Website

The Company of Animals is proud to be supporting an event solely dedicated to the training of dogs. The initiative was launched in 2007 and received a fantastic response . The aim of the week is to raise public awareness of the advantages of having well trained dogs which easily fit into society. So whether you are a pet dog owner, serious competitor, trainer, vet or retailer, we want you to be involved!

As the primary focus for the week is training, we have enlisted the help of the UK's top 'Champion' trainers Dr Roger Mugford, Victoria Stilwell, Colin Tennant, Gwen Bailey, Fiona Whelan, Charlie Clarricoates and Carolyn Menteith. You can find out more information on all of our trainers by clicking on the Champions link.

Training dogs has changed a lot over the years and whilst all trainers use slightly different techniques, it is no longer considered desirable or acceptable to use harsh or punitive methods. We believe that the way to show your dog how to behave is through rewards, fun and patience. Training should always involve plenty of tasty treats, exciting toys and above all kindness. We do not advocate the use of choke/check chains or physical punishment. For further details on training information, please click on the relevant section.

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Dog Owners

Whether your dog is young or old, the family pet or a serious competitor we have the right challenge for you! There are a number of different ways you can get involved:

Download the various training tasks (from the Training Tips section) and enjoy teaching your dog yourself. A step-by-step guide is included.
Contact your local registered trainer, and enrol in training classes to learn new skills and tasks. Click the 'Find Trainer' link.
Compete at The Wag & Bone Show, to be held in Windsor, Berkshire on the 2nd August 2008. Please click on the 'Competition' link.

Dog Trainer/Training Club

The more people we can encourage to train their dogs the better and we would like to help you advertise your services! Simply register your details online and potential clients will be able to access the information. There will also be Dog Train & Behave Packs available for you to apply for nearer the time, so please ensure that you visit the site regularly to check for updates. To register and for further information, please click the 'Dog Trainer' link.

Retailers/Vets

We would like to advertise your services, to make it easier for people to find you. Free POS material promoting training tips/ideas and the event will be available for you to display in-store. In addition, we will be producing specific POS for training problems, which should help direct your customers to the correct products. Please click on the 'Retailers/Vets' link for further information and to register your details.

Retailer/Vet Competition

WIN A WEEK IN A LUXURY BARN CONVERSION

'Fletchers Combe' is based in the beautiful Devon countryside and can accommodate up to 16 people. Providing luxury accommodation in a secluded location that is ideal for friends, family reunions and celebrations, the property is also close to the many attractions of the coast and towns of the South Hams. Be sure to check out the website for further details.

WINDOW - WINDOW - WINDOW!

The competition will be based on 'The best Dog Train & Behave Week window display'. Let your imagination run wild! All entrants will need to supply a photo of their window, which should be in place at least for the minimum duration of the week, although ideally longer. Four runners up prizes of Ł100 (at trade) of free product will also be offered. So get styling those windows!!

To enter, simply send an email to:info@companyofanimals.co.uk attaching your photo and with the following details: Shop/Practice name & address and a contact name. If you do not have a digital image, please send your entry, with the above details, including a telephone number and picture to: Retailer Window Competition, Dog Train & Behave Week, PO Box 23, Chertsey, Surrey KT16 9WQ.

Associates

As well as providing training information on the site we would also like to help promote appropriate training organisations, vet groups and charities. Should you wish to be included please click on the 'Associates' link. Please note we will only associate with organisations/individuals that promote and provide positive animal welfare, training and care. The Company of Animals reserve the right to remove those whom we believe do not share the values and practices outlined on this website.