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That Neil knows his stuff is beyond doubt. It’s obvious right from his first meeting with your dog. But unlike many trainers, he also understands people. That and his generous back-up support make his training not just effective but excellent value for money.
-          Rob Ashton (and Molly), Brighton
 
 'We first met Neil when our very lively Springer Spaniel, Harvey; was a young puppy having been recommended by someone we knew who was finding him very helpful in training her Labrador puppy. He certainly helped to change all our lives for the better! 
Harvey immediately responded well to Neil's calm, assertive leadership which showed us just what Harvey was capable of.  We have since worked on a number of things - recall; pulling on the lead; travel sickness; discipline and nutrition and the improvement in Harvey is amazing.  Neil has always focused on coaching us to be cabable dog handlers so that we can fully enjoy Harvey's energy and exuberance and he can be a really happy dog. 
It is a fantastic thing to see someone who has truly found their vocation in life, and Neil certainly has.  We are very grateful to him for his coaching and encouragement and have already recommended him on to others we know.
 
Sue and Dave Wolff, Lewes, East Sussex.

'Hello my name is Frankie and I would like to say a huge thank you to Neil for helping my owners help me.  He was recommended to us and we had 3 visits training my owners how they can best look after me.  He was always patient with all of us and didn’t mind how often they contacted him for support and advice.  He taught my owners strategies to use and we practiced these in between visits.  I leave my food until instructed; I wait at the bottom of the steps before being invited in to the house.  I love my owners and I think they really enjoy my companionship....thank you Neil for EVERYTHING.   Lots of love and licks Frankie  from St Leonards'

'With Neil's advice and on going support and our work and patience, Hedley is now a much calmer and better behaved dog who is much happier as he knows his boundaries and what we expect.  Both my husband and I are so glad we met Neil and we can now look forward to years of owning a happy dog'

Julie & Terry , Cuckfield

'Neil was our third and final attempt to sort out our dogs issues, thank goodness his techniques work! Neil is extremely patient and also very positive and encouraging.  He sucessfully managed to train us to train our dog!  His follow up advice has also been invaluable and has kept us all going'

Nula & Martin from Brighton

'A big thank you to Neil, for helping me train my much loved Lucy and Josh when he became a demanding teenager, and now we look forward to Neil helping us train Sophie who joins our family soon.We were the ones who needed training, we could not have done any of this without Neil and his expert advice to re thing how we think and act in front of our dogs'

Rod & Angela from Staplecross

'We can not thank Neil enough as without him Basil's story would of been very different. 

Thank you Neil we couldn't of done it without you. ' 

Becky from Eastbourne

'Neil has a talent, a real talent that I have to say I have not seen before.  He is excellent with dogs but at the same time fantastic with us (the dog owner), he will tell you exactly where you are going wrong but will give you the advice on how to correct it - what more could you ask for'

Lesley Roberts,   Little Common

'Eastbourne’s answer to the dog whisperer!! '

Richard and Diane Hughes of Eastbourne 

"With Neil's help, advice, encouragement and, above all, patience, Callie is becoming a much more manageable and obedient dog. Neil has given us the confidence to control Callie in a way we once did not think would ever be possible!"          Linda & Richard Lee, St Leonards

Mr King was recommended to me and I am very grateful as I have a very strong difficult dog with behavioural problems.  I found Mr King to be very professional, caring and understanding of my dog and myself, and would highly recommend him in the future.

Lesley from Bexhill

'The techniques that Neil demonstrated to us have been very beneficial in training both us and the dog.

We have been very impressed with Neils knowledge and expertise and his professional manner'

Mrs & Mrs Sanson ,  Eastbourne 

'I was desperate for help with my two female puppies who were fighting more and more, I was advised by a number of people to part with one of them.

It only took 3 visits from Neil to solve the problem altogether and even after the first visit they started to tolerate each other again. 

Mr & Mrs Hood from Eastbourne

 

Welcome to Springerman!           

I am a Sussex based dog behaviourist and dog trainer offering advice and puppysplatinstruction  for behavioural problems, gundog work and dog training for your puppies  and dogs. 

How can I help you?  If you've found your way here perhaps you are looking for help with a behavioural problem or maybe you are interested in some training or need some friendly advice about a new dog joining your family.

Over these pages you will find some useful suggestions about overcoming some of the more common problems that can be encountered when you invite a dog to share your home.  If you have more specific needs please feel free to use the 'contact page' to let me know how I can help you.

dillytesssurfAlthough based in Eastbourne I regularly travel further afield to visit clients and to help with all types of unwanted behavioural problems.  As most problems manifest themselves on home territory I always prefer to visit you and to see any problem first hand. 

I do not use or advocate any harsh training techniques but offer sensible, practical and easy to follow advice and actively encourage all family members to become involved; for dogs with behavioural issues, consistency can play a major part in overcoming them.   

mollycushiongarden

In the majority of cases two visits are a good starting point, I also offer email and telephone support which can either be planned or on a more informal basis.   As with most things, you will be given lots of advice from well meaning people - use your common sense when considering this advice - if you're not comfortable with it, then don't use it .  Professional advice is available which is both informative and catered to your personal circumstances.

taylor_jumpI am committed to working with you so that you can establish a happy and healthy life with your dog.  I have a wide range of knowledge in dealing with behavioural problems for all breeds.

I am very happy to receive phone calls or enquiries via the contacts page at any time.  Simply call me for an informal chat or to talk through any concerns or worries you might have, I really am here to help you.

I believe in educating from an early age to increase confidence and promote a greater understanding of animals needs.  If your school or club has any educational needs please contact me by telephone, email or through the contacts page.