Adolescent Dog Training in Brighton, Hove & East Sussex – 1-to-1 Teen Reset Programme
When good pups go rogue
Between 6 and 18 months, most dogs hit adolescence—and suddenly that recall you worked on disappears, distractions become irresistible, and boundaries get tested daily. This is completely normal and what’s needed is a reset. Most training stops after puppyhood, but adolescence can be exactly when your dog needs support most.
This 5-session positive reinforcement training programme rebuilds the foundations that adolescence has shaken loose. We work on impulse control under real-world distractions, reliable recall, and the confidence to make good choices independently.
You'll come away with a dog who's genuinely reliable in everyday situations—and the understanding to navigate the rest of adolescence without losing your mind.
How 1-to-1 Teen Dog Training Works
How it Works
Five weekly in-person sessions, tailored to where your dog actually is—not where they "should" be. Training happens in your home and local area, working through the specific distractions and situations that seem to make your dog forget everything the’ve ever learned!
Why 1-to-1?
Adolescence looks different for every dog. A Staffie losing impulse control looks different to a Whippet’s recall falling apart. Private sessions mean I can help you understand what's driving the behaviour and rebuild skills in breed-appropriate ways that work with your dog's energy and instincts.
How 1-to-1 Teen Dog Training Works
What your teen will learn
Impulse Control
Emergency stops, wait when distracted, leave it when there’s something much more tempting!
Recall Reset
Coming back when there are more exciting options - responding first time (not the fifth)
Reliability Under Distraction
Loose-lead walking past other dogs, polite greetings, settling in busy environments
Social skills
Appropriate play with other dogs, polite greetings with other people, ignoring on cue
What you will learn
Adolescent behaviour
Why regression happens, what the secondary fear period means, when to support vs when to push
Managing Teenage energy
Balancing exercise and rest, preventing overstimulation, managing hormonal chaos!
Enrichment and Mental exercise
Maintaining consistency and adapting training as your puppy matures into adolescence
Maintaining Progress
Troubleshooting setbacks, keeping skills sharp, adapting as they mature
“I have a young Staffie with sky-high energy, and I was completely overwhelmed before we started training. These sessions made such a difference. Everything was explained in a simple, practical way, and I finally understood how to manage her energy and build better behaviour at home and on walks”
— Sarah (& Peggy the Staffie)
Dog training success stories and client feedback
What’s included
5 in-person tailored training sessions
Weekly Practice Plans and progress reviews
Unlimited WhatsApp support throughout the programme
Private Facebook community - connect with other puppy owners, share wins, ask questions
Final session progress review
Recommendations for continuing training into adulthood
Follow-up call one month after the programme ends
£275
PRICING
Includes handouts, WhatsApp support, and travel within 10 miles of Brighton
Your free survival guide for the terrible teens
Between 6 and 18 months, your dog's brain is essentially rewiring - which is why skills you thought were nailed suddenly aren't. This guide covers the challenges most adolescent dogs hit: why recall falls apart when it matters, how to prevent lead pulling from becoming a habit, what to do when your dog tests every boundary you've set, and how to manage that teenage energy without accidentally making things worse.
It's temporary. It's normal. And with the right approach, you'll both get through it.
Free adolescent dog training guide – help for teenage puppy behaviour, recall issues and high-energy pups
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Adolescence. It's a normal developmental stage where hormones, independence, and confidence all hit at once. The training didn't fail—your dog's brain is just temporarily prioritizing other things. With the right support, you can rebuild reliability.
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No problem. We'll assess where they are and build from there. Every trainer works differently, so there might be some adjusting, but that's completely normal.
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This is the most common adolescent issue and exactly what we'll work on. Knowing commands in your kitchen and performing them with a squirrel 10 feet away are completely different skills. We'll bridge that gap.
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You'll have unlimited WhatsApp support throughout. Adolescent dogs can have good days and terrible days—quick guidance when things go sideways is often more useful than waiting until the next session.
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Most dogs are still in adolescence at this point, so you'll get recommendations for continuing training independently. The follow-up call a month later helps troubleshoot any new challenges. If you need ongoing support after that, we can discuss options.
FAQs
Contact me.
David Green
07810 805 332