Nina Koukoulari
Kirsty is absolutely amazing!!! We worked with her for our first puppy, and when we recently got our second, we didn’t even consider looking for anyone else. The first time around, after trying other trainers, Kirsty stood out because she truly understands how dogs think, not just what they do. Our first dog is very much a “doer,” while our second is a “thinker,” and she quickly picked up on how each of them processes situations and reacts. From there, she tailored the training to suit each dog individually — and that level of understanding made all the difference. She is incredibly patient and always willing to answer any question (big, small, or “obvious”). She’s also very generous with her support outside of sessions, often helping via WhatsApp, which has been invaluable. What continues to impress me is how thoughtfully she adapts her approach. Kirsty takes the time to understand not only each dog, but also our personal situation. Her solutions are never one-size-fits-all — they’re tailored to what we can realistically do (and sometimes can’t), which makes the training feel supportive and achievable rather than overwhelming. This time around, we’re working with a reactive dog, which can be very stressful. Kirsty has helped us immensely to understand why he reacts the way he does and, most importantly, how we can help him recover, build confidence, and feel safe. Thanks to her guidance, we’re already seeing progress and feel hopeful that he will live a full, happy life :) I also really appreciate her online mini videos, which are organised by key life skills like confidence building. They’re short, easy to follow, and perfect for everyday life — helping me build a stronger relationship with my dog and keep him engaged throughout the day. Our dogs absolutely love her!! I truly couldn’t recommend Kirsty highly enough, and I will 100% be reaching out to her again when we get our next puppy :D Paws down, the best trainer we’ve ever worked with!
