Skills for dogs and their Humans
At DREAMS Dog Training, we’re passionate about creating a caring, supportive space where you and your dog can truly thrive.
Our classes are all about meeting your dog’s needs with force-free, fear-free, methods that foster real connection.
Whether it’s basic training, advanced skills, or fun activities like hoopers, parkour, or scentwork, we focus on building communication, confidence, joy, and trust.
Join us to discover all the ways we can help keep your dog active, fulfilled, and part of your family for life.
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Life skills, body
language & communication
Confidence, resilience and team work.
Enrichment, mental stimulation & exercise
Clare & Sooz and formed DREAMS Dog Training in December 2023 after a chance encounter at a trial.
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As well as regularly teaching classes and workshops, Clare and Sooz are also keen competitors and judges in several dog sports.
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​With a wealth of knowledge, over 40 years of combined experience in animal training and high ethical standards, you couldn't be in better hands.​​​​
Find out more about Clare & Sooz here
Expert Trainers:
We are experienced and qualified trainers, competitors, and judges.
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Ethical and Force-Free:
We prioritise kindness and fun in our training methods.
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Flexible Scheduling:
We offer classes, workshops and events in various locations and times to suit your needs.
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Welcoming Community:
Join a friendly and supportive community.
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WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Sandy
"I went along with zero experience in Mantrailing and was delighted by the small friendly group of like minded people.
Sooz and Claire gave very clear instructions, encouraging us and our dogs to achieve."
Harriet
"She naps all the time now instead of bouncing off the walls - I’ve never been so productive"
​Vanessa
"I can highly recommend this introduction to scentwork workshop. I am a dog trainer myself, and thought it was well run, inclusive and fun"
​Join Us!
Classes
Regular on going classes in Barnstaple & Bideford for General Dog Training and and Scentwork.
Workshops
Monthly focused workshops. For all abilities and personalities.
Various locations and times North Devon.
Events & Trials
Scentwork On The Road, Nosework Games Trials & Assessment Days.
DREAMS Detection Dogs Trials.
Various locations and times North Devon.
We look foward to welcoming you