WHO IS THAT DOG GUY?

Hi, I’m Tom aka THAT DOG GUY.

I am a CPDT-KA Accredited Dog Trainer, behaviourist and member of the International Society of Animal Professionals.

My team and I are a collective of multi certified trainers and behaviourists operating in Hammersmith & Chiswick.

We provide all you need for your dog; from pre ownership consultations on what breeds right for you from which rescue or which litter to Puppy training, Group dog walking in country parks, 121 dog training walks and dog behaviour consultations.

I love and understand dogs and thus believe in ethical, positive training and interaction with your dog. Dogs after all are domesticated animals with brains thought to be on par with a 2-3 yr old child and like a child they need us to teach them and support them. I have thus made it my job to help you communicate with your dog and be there for them when you can't by operating a dog Walking, dog training and behaviour service in Hammersmith, Chiswick, Shepherds Bush.

Why That Dog Guy?

  • The qualified trainers and I lead the walks. We are not just dog lovers hoping for the best.

  • In our flagship service we spend at least 2hrs in the country park and let’s be honest very few of us give our dogs as much as they really need so this is the service your dog would ask you for.

  • For safety we have over 50 years of combined experience which is invaluable to avoid accidents.

  • We have max 8 dogs between two people. It is thought humans struggle to co-operate in groups above 150 and dogs in groups above 12.

  • Aside from having the experience and qualifications to know who can travel together and who’s a flight risk; We have our dogs travel in crated tracked vans and have trackers on them on the walks.

  • We have multiple groups so we can choose the best group for your dog based on energy levels play style etc, not geography.

  • We operate our dog walking in a tiny area of west london so pick ups are usually no more than 3-5 mins apart.

  • As we have a tight local team who I ensure know every dog, we will be there for you when you really need us! E.G 5am when you unexpectedly give birth two weeks early, yes we’ve been there!

  • We have multiple trainers for when two heads & four hands are better than one and we have access to many great dogs to help your dog become a family member.

  • As we do it all from pre ownership consults to puppy training, group walks, behaviour consults, we can be responsible for your dog all the way. There is no palming off when it gets too tricky when you’re a That Dog Guy dog.

  • Our team hold qualifications from a number of the best institutes including ABTC recognised courses, CCPDT, PACT, IMDT and in House training from Battersea Dogs Home. These are some of the best accreditations’s and courses for exmaple:

  • “The Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers® (CCPDT®), established in 2001, is the leading independent certifying organization for the dog training profession. The CCPDT is the leader in the development of rigorous exams to demonstrate mastery of humane, science-based dog training practices.”

  • “The Institute of Modern Dog Trainers is the leading education provider for Dog Trainers and Behaviourists and is a Registered Learning Centre for The Open College Network.”

  • We are licensed, Insured, Pet First Aid Certified and DBS certified. You can find reviews and testimonials below and all over google and nextdoor.com.

    Testimonial’s

“As a dog trainer, you learn a lot about dogs, their actual needs (not their assumed needs) and their behaviour. The more you know, the harder it becomes to find people you can trust to look after your own. Tom and his team are some of the very few people I would trust my boy to. They not only genuinely care about dogs, but they have good knowledge and awareness of them as well. It's a sad fact that the pet industry is not regulated, and so many people just turn over their pups to whichever random is charging the least. You will be hard pushed to find anyone in this area more knowledgeable, professional and trustworthy to walk your dog, than Tom that Dog Guy and his team.”

Sharon Jennings, Brackenbury Village, Nextdoor.com

“Milo is already 150% better-paying attention and his recall is already way better. You’re a genius!!!!

Jacqui, Notting Hill

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PUPPY TRAINING & ALL BEHAVIOUR

"Toddy, a rescue, has aggression issues which Tom has vastly improved over a short period and made it a pleasure rather than a chore walking him. I would recommend Tom without hesitation." Angeline, Shepherds Bush
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GROUP WALKS

"I would (and do) strongly recommend Tom and his team for all dog walking and training needs. My dog is always worn out and happy after a trip out, and Tom goes above and beyond to provide excellent service and care. He also goes the extra mile to accommodate for a dog's individual needs. He is an excellent trainer and that has been evident in my dog's behaviour since we started with Tom, an added bonus. I have complete peace of mind knowing that whilst I am at work, Tom is looking after my little loved one - which the importance of cannot be stressed enough!" Adele, Barons Court

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TRAINING WALKS

  "Tom has been great with my big silly GSD for his walks and training needs.
There aren’t many people I would trust my dog with, but Tom is one of them he is knowledgeable, reliable and genuinely loves dogs. He understands and caters for all his quirks. I can’t recommend him enough ! Victoria, Wendell Park

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