Who we are and what we do
About Wag-A-Lot Dogs
Wag-a-Lot Dogs has been providing professional dog training and care since 2017, built on a lifelong passion for Border Collies, competitive dog sports, and helping dogs and their owners thrive.
My journey began when I was just 11 years old with my very first Border Collie. He wasn't only my first dog—he became my greatest teacher and partner, taking me to Crufts on multiple occasions and helping me achieve milestones at a remarkably young age, including:
Runner-Up in the Young Agility Dog of the Year competition at just 16 years old.
Olympia Agility Finalist at the age of 16.
Achieving Championship Agility Status at just 15 years old.
Since then, I have owned and competed with three Border Collies and a much-loved rescue Border Collie cross, with many of them qualifying for Crufts and representing the International Agility Squad.
With over 25 years of experience working with Border Collies, my expertise has grown far beyond agility. I now specialise in canine behaviour, supporting dogs and their owners with challenges including anxiety, over-arousal, car chasing, reactivity, and a wide range of other behavioural concerns. My approach is always centred on understanding the individual dog and creating practical, lasting solutions.
In 2019, after witnessing first-hand the impact that behavioural issues can have on both dogs and their families, I launched Wag-a-Lot Puppy Classes. My goal was simple: to give puppies the very best start in life by building confidence, teaching essential life skills, and preventing unwanted behaviours before they become established.
Building on this philosophy, I later opened Wag-a-Lot Day Care—a safe, structured, and enriching environment where dogs can socialise, learn, and relax under the supervision of an experienced professional with extensive knowledge of managing multi-dog groups. Every dog in my care is treated as an individual, with their wellbeing, happiness, and safety at the heart of everything I do.
Whether you're looking for expert puppy training, behavioural support, agility coaching, or a trusted day care environment, Wag-a-Lot Dogs is dedicated to helping dogs reach their full potential while giving owners the knowledge and confidence to enjoy every step of the journey together.
How does it work?
At Wag-a-lot the safety and well-being of your pet is the priority and therefore the following rules must be adhered to:
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All doggy clients must be fully vaccinated one week before attending day care, walking or training.
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All day care clients must complete and return a signed copy of the Wag-A-Lot contract before day care or walking will be provided.
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All dog training and day care must notify me of any behavioural problems their dog may have prior to attending any Wag-A-Lot services.
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Unfortunately, for safety purposes, the Wag-a-Lot service does not accept dogs with severe aggressive tendancies.
