"In order to enjoy dogs, one doesn't merely try to train them to be semi-human. The point of it is to open oneself to the possibility of becoming partly a dog".                - Edward Hoagland.

   May we introduce ourselves. The Puppytime Training Team are a group of dog trainers based in Cheltenham, in the UK, we organise classes to teach people how to train their dogs to behave in a socially acceptable way. Being affiliated to the Kennel Club we provide a platform for dog owners to take the Good Citizens Awards.

   The methods we use to train dogs and puppies nowadays are far removed from the old fashioned way of  ' Phideaux will do it because I told him! '  approach which is now totally unacceptable. Forget the technical jargon, we like to call our method of teaching the love and kindness approach combined with bribery and corruption. We think everyone will understand this. So we train gently with a smile and we use treats for the bribery and corruption. We encourage prospective clients to come along to our sessions to freely observe our methods. However our class intake numbers are restricted and we advise that early registration is essential, to avoid disappointment, perhaps even before you bring your pup home.