They just need to be understood.
Specialist dog training based in Selby, serving Yorkshire and surrounding areas.
If your dog barks, lunges, pulls or won’t listen, I’ve been there. I know how to help.
5★ Google Reviews
Founder & Head Trainer
That is Hunter in the video. He is the German Shepherd the whole academy is named after, and the reason I became a dog trainer in the first place.
Hunter was reactive. Difficult. Overwhelming. Walks were a nightmare. I had no idea what I was doing and I tried everything I could find. When I finally found the right approach, the change in him was remarkable. He showed me what a dog should actually be like, calm, focused, confident, not because he was forced into it, but because he finally felt understood.
That experience lit a fire in me. I trained under that method, built the knowledge, and started helping other owners get the same results. I am not a big facility. I am one person who genuinely gets it, because I have lived it.
From my base in Selby, I work across Yorkshire and surrounding areas with reactive dogs, pullers, difficult puppies and everything in between. No force. No fear. Just clear communication and a plan that works.
Hunter still thinks he runs the business. He is not entirely wrong.
Whether you are laying the foundations with a puppy or trying to reclaim calm walks with a reactive dog, the next step should feel clear—not overwhelming.
Weekend classes & one-to-one helpBuild calmness, confidence, lead skills and recall before frustrating habits take over.
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Practical help without judgementUnderstand the barking, lunging and overwhelm—and learn how to move forward clearly.
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Real dogs · real ownersWatch genuine training footage and read verified client-reported outcomes.
See the results →You love your dog. But walks are a nightmare. You feel judged, exhausted and like nothing you try actually works. You are not alone, and this is exactly what we fix.
Get Help Today →Every walk is a battle. You scan ahead for triggers before you even leave the house.
Your arm is wrecked. You have tried every lead and collar going. Nothing lasts.
You apologise to strangers. You avoid certain routes. You feel like you are failing your dog.
YouTube, treat pouches, other trainers. Some things worked for a bit, then stopped.
Meaningful progress is possible. We set realistic goals for your dog and build a plan you can repeat in daily life.
Training should make daily life clearer for both you and your dog. Every dog shown here started with a real challenge and progressed through calm, consistent practice. The right plan turns small wins into lasting change.
From barking, jumping and pulling to calm walking, focused engagement and peaceful play.
Composed lead walking and a responsive off lead down around real world canine distractions.
A composed down stay as another dog passes closely, followed by a prompt response to the next cue.
5★ Google Reviews. Here are six recent client stories.
"Gone are the days of being embarrassed every walk, pulling back my reactive border collie and profusely apologising all the time. Thanks to Joe in just a couple months of training we can enjoy walks and my dog is calmer and happier in his everyday life. Couldn't recommend enough."
"Joe has done a great job with our Border Collie, Ross. He has helped massively with his recall, and over the last few months we’ve seen a transformation in his behaviour. We now feel confident with him off the lead."
"Jo has been amazing with our dogs, Cosmos and Mars. He is friendly, patient, and truly cares about both the dogs and their owners. Thanks to his help, we have learned so much, and our dogs have made great progress."
"Joe did a fantastic job with my Millie. She is a lot more calm and now we are able to let her off the lead in more public spaces. Joe was so patient and lovely to deal with. Overall, professional and very reasonable in terms of pricing."
"Highly recommend Joe at Hunters Canine Academy! We used him for puppy training and he was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. He is incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and professional. Thanks to his guidance, our puppy has come on in leaps and bounds."
"Great experience from start to finish. Joe was professional, knowledgeable, and made the whole training process easy to follow. Thanks to his guidance, I’ve seen a huge improvement in my dog’s behaviour and confidence off the lead."
Every session is built on understanding, not intimidation. The aim is practical progress you can repeat because the plan works with the dog in front of you.
Hunters Canine Academy is based in Selby, serving dog owners across Yorkshire and surrounding areas. The right training format depends on your dog, your goals and your location, so start with a free call or private enquiry.
Outside these areas? Send an enquiry and Joe will confirm whether the location and training format are suitable.
Ready to speak? Book a free 20-minute Google Meet straight into my diary. Prefer to explain things first? Send an email enquiry and I will reply within 24 hours.
Whichever option you choose, there is no hard sell and no pressure, just practical advice about the best next step for your dog.
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