Yes! Most importantly, a well trained dog is a happy dog. And, for most of us, dogs are members of our family and of course we care about their well-being! We also want to be able to walk, socialise, travel and holiday with our dogs and not have to think about disasters occurring because they are out of our control. It’s not only socially unacceptable, it’s plain just not fun.
Dog training is not just for dogs already displaying problems,
and just because your dog is behaving now, does not mean that problems
won’t develop as the dog matures. Like children, behaviour modification
must be established and consistent, and when you learn how to
communicate with your dog, and your dog is unde/pyour control at all
times, you’ve created a bond and a relationship that will enrich your
life – forever!
There are a lot of training methods out there, and it’s perfectly normal to feel intimidated, or to admit that you don’t know where to start or what’s best for you and your dog. Following is a list of frequently asked questions to help you know what to expect with the Royvon Training Programme. We also encourage you to review our Training page for a complete course overview and aftercare support.
You’ve invested in a dog, now invest in your future together!
The first 3 days of the course is an assessment period, and during this time we are able to determine your dog’s ultimate success probability within the programme. There are 2 evaluating factors: the first is how your dog is adapting to the new environment. If there is a continued high level of anxiety stress, then our methods have a less than opportune chance of registering with your dog. The second is if we feel, for whatever extenuating reasons, unable to train the dog to our 100% standard. Both cases are extremely rare, in fact, less than 2% of trainee dogs are sent home following this assessment period. And, should there be an unfortunate case, the dog will be returned home at our expense, a full deposit will be refunded and no further fees will be expected.
Well, yes, you can. However, here are some important facts for you to consider before you take on the task. Dog psychology and training is a work of art, a well-seasoned profession. Dogs, over time, have taken a lot of abuse through irresponsible ownership and training. Some breeds have gotten bad reputations as a result, and quite often at no fault of their own. The time and energy to research a proper dog training procedure, let alone practise is more than most people can spare. And, when executed incorrectly, it puts unnecessary wear and tear on your dog, not to mention can be very frustrating for you. Our team of Experts train dogs as efficiently, effectively and humanely as possible, and provide you with the tools to keep your dog under your control for the rest of your lives together. It is a very small investment for a member of your family. Think very seriously if this is something that is in the best interest of you and your dog.
Our well-refined methods are based on timely, consistent, reward/no reward reinforcement theories. No harsh methods are ever used. It is a common misconception that a dog’s brain works much like a human brain, however the rules of communication between us are far from similar. Once you’ve channeled into a dog’s level of learning and understand the procedures, the results will astound you! It is a definite, overwhelming feeling of pride for both you and your dog.
Yes, and here’s how it works: Each trainee dog is designated to one Royvon trainer. Although this is a necessary step for bonding purposes, your dog is not being taught to listen to just this one person, in fact, quite the contrary – what your dog is really learning a communication procedure from an expert in the field of study. Therefore, it is important for you to learn the procedure as well to continue the success beyond the programme. Be prepared to spend the 3 hours at our Centre at the end of the course for this purpose, and be true to your new responsibility as your dog’s owner. We are always here to help you through the process, and we strongly encourage you to use us as needed.
Once your dog passes the 3 day assessment period, we guarantee full control both on and off the lead at the conclusion of the course programme. A full demonstration of all your dog’s new skills will be presented to you as such, complete with natural distractions as they would occur in an every day environment.
We accept dogs from the age of 6 months forward. Although there is no upper limit, please understand that the older the dog, the longer its had to settle into its behaviour. With that said, the ideal age is between 8 months and 18 months. Breeds do differ in maturity, so if there is any apprehension for any reason, please contact us.
We have a collection service the covers all of the United Kingdom. Upon registration, convenient pick-up and delivery arrangements can be made to the nearest Royvon training centre. This service is charged at a rate of 25p per mile, plus tolls, where applicable. We do, however, encourage delivery by the owner as it gives the opportunity to survey our facility. It is important for both you and your dog to feel good about everything in regards to the training process.
Our Centres will vary in size and staff. The maximum number of dogs any one of our trainers would have in one month’s time is 10. And, even though your dog is assigned to one trainer, there are many other staff members that contribute to your dog’s happiness and well-being while staying as a guest with us.
No. Learning to communicate with your dog means learning to shape and control your dog’s actions, not altering its inherent personality. Excitable, curious or aggressive dogs will return to you as they are, with the exception that you now have the ability to enter any environment with any distractions under your rules, not your dog’s. Highly stressed or anxious dogs, however, may experience benefits in temperament through training because often times stress is a result of jumbled messages from the environment – when a communication procedure is established and exercised, the world from your dog’s point of view isn’t so overwhelmingly frightful.
The Royvon Petcare Centre kennel accommodation was demolished and rebuilt in 2000 to the strictest of standards. Our pledge to you is our commitment to ensure your dog’s stay be a happy, healthy and safe one. You are welcome to visit our facilities with no prior appointment.
Part of Royvon’s success is due to the extensive communication between you and your dog’s assigned trainer throughout the entire training process. Usually from as early as the moment of first inquiry to our training programme through your dog’s post-training aftercare, we will glean and thoroughly understand your dog’s behavioural traits and your subsequent challenges. At every stage you will be aware of what to expect from us and what is to be expected from you. This includes telephone or email updates during the training course itself, and our continued support as needed from there forward.
As a company, we do not have a problem with the use of check chains when they are used correctly. However, in the hands of irresponsible or “hack” handlers this method can be harmful, therefore is viewed negatively within some training circles. We would never recommend the use of a check chain unless one of our expert personnel has trained the owner first.
All of our Centres are, and will be held under the same, strict set standard. Every dog trainer and member of our staff have received the same level of training and have been recruited specifically for their ability to carry out the duties and responsibilities of their job. You can be assured that all staff under the Royvon umbrella are professionals in their field. Our Pledge is our commitment to ensure that your pet’s stay with us is a happy, healthy and safe one. Visits to our facilities are encouraged, no prior appointment necessary.
Of course! But, please be assured that our training is in a loving and caring environment. Your dog will be in a comfortable and clean accommodation, and kept quite happy and busy with training and other activities.
Controlling the distracting influences of your dog’s environment immediately puts focus on the attention of the trainer. This attention then becomes an inherent, repeated reward that helps to mold the communication procedure process. Thus, training is an enjoyable experience from the get go, and new distractions can then be introduced without disturbing the interest your dog has with learning and ultimately being predictably obedient.
Our 3 week course is £550 +VAT, and our 10-day, more intensive course, is £508 +VAT. Our fees cover, full accommodation, training and tuition for the owner at the conclusion of the course. Delivery service is extra and charged at 25p per mile, plus toll, where applicable
Yes. We will offer a 10% discount on the second dog booked for training.