I got recommended by multiple people when I reached out on a local Facebook page, I wanted some support for my 9 month old pup. After just one session the difference is unbelievable, Bernard would constantly pull and with him getting strong I needed help and reached out. Today we had our first walk and he was an angel! I can wait for more sessions!
Hi Emily, Thank you for the amazing feedback. So glad you are out putting in the practice after your session with great results. We look forward to your next sessions :)
Keaton Ward2025.12.03
4 weeks ago we dropped our 10 month old Doberman off to Next Level Elite and we can comfortably say it was the best decision we have made.
Frank is a real high energy breed which we already knew but he really struggled to regulate himself after being hightened, he jumped up constantly, humped everything in sight, pulled like crazy on his lead and generally just couldn’t control his behaviour.
I was put in to contact with Matt through a personal friend when I had spoken to them about our dogs behavioural issues. Right from the very first conversation I had a very different feel to any other dog trainer I had spoken to so we straight away arranged to go and see the facilities & from the minute we walked onto the site we were amazed. Clean, heated & spacious kennels. Lots of woodland areas for walks. Numerous training fields and much more.
During the 4 weeks we had constant updates on Franks progress with messages, pictures and videos of him out doing his training. Also living local we were invited to meet Matt the owner to do some 1 on 1 sessions with Frank so he could show us how to handle him in different scenarios and on handover Matt also had an extra hour with us to tidy up a few things & even after Frank has finished Matt has been in contact to check on progress.
Since returning home Frank has been like a different dog with his mannerisms but keeping his amazing personality. We couldn’t recommend Next level enough and will be looking forward to top up sessions in the future with the team.
Amazing feedback :) Thank you. Frank was a pleasure to have in our training school and once he understood what was expected he excelled. Keep putting in the work guys and I’m sure you will have a less stressed life together 🐾
Lucas Rhodes2025.11.26
Can’t fault this place at all ! Matt and the team are amazing would highly recommend.
Dog training is brilliant ! Thank you guys so much .
Thank you Lucas, hope to see you and Luna again soon.
Rebecca Benson2025.11.24
I’ve just come off the phone with a true gentleman called Ron.
I have an 8 month old Belgian mallinois and was considering sending her to residential training to encourage her training.
Ron was a true professional from the word go - we discussed Kali In detail for about fifteen minutes until he advised that after the assessment that he didn’t see the benefit of taking her in for residential training - he then proceeded to spend another 15 + minutes giving me advice on how I could help her at home.
To me that says it all about this company. They are here because they genuinely want to help your dog and won’t try and take your money for the sake of it.
It was an absolute pleasure to speak to Ron and I know from that conversation that if I ever have a reactive dog or one with any other issues in the future I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to get training with them.
You’re in safe hands with people that really care about what they’re doing.
Thank you so much for your help!
Thank you for the review :) it’s not very often we get them for helping somebody over the phone so it’s very much appreciated. We wish you all the success with your girl :)
Diana Sharp2025.11.01
I was starting to think of re homing Dudley, my 16 month old teenage Labrador. Walks were stressful as he just wanted to say hello to anyone and anything that moved. I started to only go where it was quiet and I would panic if I saw someone with a dog knowing he would react even though this was with his boundless enthusiasm. He didn’t understand that not every dog wanted to say hello or that not every person liked dogs or wanted a 30kg Labrador run towards them. He was destructive at home - shredding cushions was his specialty.
After a particularly bad walk I googled dog training and found Next Level Dog Training. From the very first conversation I knew they understood and could help me. So Dudley joined their residential training program. I received updates and progress reports with photos and videos and I was amazed at what I saw. He was calmer, ignored distractions, walked nicely and was clearly enjoying his time with them.
When we collected him we had a handover with instructions and demonstrations on what to do going forward. We were amazed at the change in him. It was hard work at first as he had to learn to behave for us as well and not just for the trainers so it wasn’t instant success. And training is ongoing. But 2 months down the line he has proved all the training and hard work by Matt, Chris and the team was so worthwhile I can take him anywhere on or off the lead and he ignores other dogs - even those that run at him, and other distractions. A stranger commented a couple of days ago on how well behaved he was which was unheard of before. I was either apologising, being shouted at or just going to quiet locations.
He is calm, cushions aren’t being shredded and he is a joy to walk. I can’t thank Matt; Chris and all at next level enough. I only wish I had found them sooner. If we didn’t live 3 hours away I would follow up with ongoing sessions, but even so they have continued to help, answering queries and offering continued support.
I no longer want to re home Dudley! Thank you so much!
Hi Diana, thanks for the review it’s mazing to hear the success you’re having. The hard work you are putting in is paying off massively and you deserve all the credit. Keep in touch, Next Level Team :)
Elaine2025.08.25
We have had our beautiful rescue border collie for nearly three years but he came with a lot of issues, some to do with his breeding others created by years in a rescue centre, being rehomed & returned back to kennels. He had obviously never been in a home environment. As time went on we struggled more & more, highly alert to any noise in home. If we wanted to hoover, put washing in or even wash up, we had to put Glen outside, but then he just started barking, picking things up & shaking them. Forget trying to watch TV, one of us would sit with Glen whilst the other would watch TV on low volume in another room. Life had become unbearable so we contacted dog behaviourists, dog trainers, Dogs trust but after thousands of pounds and many days, weeks, months of practicing what they taught us, nothing was changing Glen's behaviour. We had got to the point where we thought we cannot take anymore, we have to give him up but our hearts could not be the next people to give up on him, he is so loving. So we started to look for residential training in the hope someone could get Glen used to the sounds of everyday life, to walk calmly on a lead near traffic and now after 6 weeks of residential at Next Level Dog Training we have just brought home a totally different Glen. During our handover we walked Glen, following Luke's instructions, past other dogs and along a busy road, was this really our Glen, walking close and not bothered by the traffic. At the centre Glen sat relaxed whilst TV was on, didn't react to pressure washer being used.
We never thought we would see this day, whilst I txt this, Glen is fast asleep, we have had a lovely day, walking Glen, traffic going past on our way to the woods and no reaction, just a relaxed day all together.
Of course there will be continued, consistent training for us & Glen but now we know what we need to do & how to do it. No more years of confusion, stress and financial loss. We cannot thank Luke and all the team for giving Glen & us our lives back. 100% worth every single penny, so very glad we found you. You're truly an amazing bunch of people ❤️
Thank you so much for sharing Glen’s journey with us ❤️ It means the world to hear how far he’s come and to see him finally enjoying a calm, happy home life with you. He really was a special project, and we’re so glad you trusted us to help him. Keep up the great work with his training — we’re always here if you need a hand along the way!
Next Level Dog Training
These wonderful and highly skilled trainers have transformed all of our lives!
After trying a few trainers who weren't particularly effective and spending months of research we came across this company.
Right from the start Next Level Dog Training gave us complete confidence in sending Hella to them to be trained.
We couldn't have wishes for more. From the facilities, the staff, the happiness of our dog and the huge sense of relief that has come from the residential training. We cannot thank them enough.
Please, if you can find the money-spend it here. Every penny is a penny well spent.
Our rescue from Greece, Hella, started to show very concerning reactive behaviours in and out of the home. This all stems from being an anxious street dog genetically programmed to be on guard constantly. I really feel that she has found some peace and now feels safe in her surroundings and is behaving in a way that we never thought possible.
A must-read for anyone struggling with a reactive dog!
If you're dreading walks, crossing streets to avoid other dogs, making excuses like "No, you can't play with everyone," or feeling stressed every time you head out with your dog…. then this review is for you.
We have Desmond, our 2-year-old standard schnauzer, who had developed some pretty intense reactive behaviors. Cats, dogs, people, anything that moved or blew in the wind would send him into a spiral of anxiety.
Unfortunately, a lack of proper training and guidance only made things worse, leading to a very stressed-out dog (and owners!) who dreaded every walk.
We had tried multiple trainers, online advice, and even spent hundreds on various tools like haltis and leads, hoping they'd work. Nothing did. Desmond needed more than just distractions; he needed to be understood. In a last-ditch effort, I reached out to Justin.
Our first phone call was a game-changer. Justin's understanding of Desmond's behavior and his calm, knowledgeable approach immediately put us at ease. After talking with my partner, we booked Desmond in for a 4-week training program with Next Level.
Up until he was due to go, we were filled with doubt and nervous anticipation, could this actually work? Was it going to be worth the money? Could they really help with such a reactive dog? We read through every review we could find, hoping to relate to someone else’s experience, yet still couldn’t shake the “what if it doesn’t work” feeling. The fear of disappointment was real. But in the end, we couldn’t have been more wrong.
The transformation is absolutely mind-blowing. What was once an unmanageable, reactive dog is now a calm, happy companion. We literally can’t walk him without filming because we’re still in disbelief at how much he’s changed.
Before, Desmond would lunge, bark, growl, spin, and thrash around—he was a nightmare to walk. We’d avoid crowds and walk at odd hours to minimize stress, but it never felt like we were making progress. Now, he's a totally different dog. He’s relaxed, content, and actually enjoys his walks, and so do we.
We can now pass people, dogs, even cyclists on the same side of the road without him reacting. No more bulky harnesses or complicated gear—just a happy dog, one lead, and the confidence we always wanted.
From start to finish, the whole experience was seamless. When we picked up Desmond at the end of his 4 weeks, we spent the day with Justin and Chris, the trainer who built such a strong bond with him. We practiced basic commands like "heel" and "sit," then did some real-life scenarios like doorbells, crate training, and a trip to a local dog park filled with distractions. That’s when we truly saw the change in Desmond for the first time—it was honestly like a weight had been lifted off him, and we couldn’t stop smiling.
Since returning home, we’ve kept up with the training, checking in with the team for tips and advice. The support has been incredible, and we’re happier than ever with Desmond’s progress.
In short, this was the best investment we’ve ever made for Desmond and for ourselves. He’s now living his best, stress-free life, and we’re thrilled to be enjoying our walks together.
A huge thank you to Justin, Chris, and the entire Next Level team for giving Desmond the chance to live a happy, relaxed life. We can’t thank you enough!
P.S. Desmond still misses you, Chris! 🐾
Just got the end of writing the review and I was hoping to attach some videos of his transformation but Google doesn’t allow. So here is some pictures of Desmond out & about recently, to places we’d never gone before as they were just too busy. One of our daily walks.. as you can see Desmond has no tension on the lead and is glued to my leg!! And trip to local park for a pup cup, a paddle and a game of fetch/tug.
Bob was strong and getting upset when seeing other dogs jumping on people , now walks by my side and doesn’t take any notice of other dogs , cats . Great job Justin and Luke .well worth the money👍👍👍
We can’t thank Next Level Dog Training enough for the transformation we’ve seen in our cocker spaniel, Razz. Before we started training, Razz had some serious behavioural issues—his constant barking when left alone at home was not only stressful for us but also heartbreaking, knowing he was so anxious. And walks? Let’s just say we were the ones being walked—we had no control over him once we stepped outside.
Enter Chris from Next Level. The connection he must have developed with Razz was instrumental from the get go. It was clear Chris truly understood dogs—his calm, consistent approach built immediate trust, and we saw progress faster than we imagined after watching video messages being sent back to us. Watching Razz place his total trust in Chris gave us real hope and confidence. He not only taught Razz what was needed, but went above and beyond what we expected. The tutorial we received picking up Razz was educational to us and we will absolutely continue all the hard work put in.
It wasn’t just Chris, though. Every single staff member at Next Level is fully committed to getting the very best out of every dog they train. Their passion, patience, and professionalism shine through in everything they do. They’re not just training dogs—they’re improving the lives of both pets and owners.
We owe a huge thank you to Justin, Chris, and the entire team at Next Level Dog Training. Your dedication and hard work have truly made a difference in our lives. Razz is calmer, more confident, and we finally feel like we’re working together as a team. Walks are now a joy, and our home is more peaceful than it’s ever been.
We highly recommend Next Level to anyone looking to build a better relationship with their dog. You won’t find a more passionate or effective team anywhere!
I took my GSD Buddy because he was dog reactive and I had tried several so called dog trainers to help me but had no success so after he had escaped from the house and attacked a dog, although without injuring it, I decided it was time to look for some better qualified trainers who could spend more time with him. After a detailed conversation with Justin I decided to book him in for four weeks. I received videos and updates on his progress and on collection was shown how they had trained him to not respond to reactive triggers and how to proceed at home . They told me I could contact them anytime with any concerns and even go back if necessary. Buddy had only been home a few days and we are both getting use to the new training but it has been going well and I accept that he is never going to be friendly to dogs but at least I can walk past them instead of having to avoid them.
Next Level is a very professional dog training facility and Justin and Luke who was Buddy’s trainer were very friendly and answered any questions or concerns I had and I would fully recommend them for any dog training problems
A huge thank you to Justin, Luke and the team for all your hard work with our 3 year old Vizsla, Axel. From about two years old he started to get aggressive tendencies towards some other dogs. We personally spent a great deal of time with him trying to find the trigger, so we could make necessary corrections. Unfortunately we were unable to do this, so we contacted 'Next Level'. We were quite anxious at first as we thought Axel suffered from separation anxiety, and wouldn't be able to handle 4 weeks in kennels. We were however, reassured on the first progress update, and he was indeed fine. Further updates and photos/videos followed showing the progress he was making which again is reassuring. We could see the progress he was making and we were excited about it.
On hand over, Luke gave us a thorough briefing on what he had achieved with a full demonstration with Axel, before giving us the opportunity to practice. We were instantly enthused as we seemed to have much more control over him.
It is now almost two weeks later, and we have been consistently thorough with the same routines. The results so far are very encouraging. Instead of being aggressive to other dogs, he now chooses to ignore them and simply walk by. It is early days yet but we are very encouraged. We are very confident that moving forward, we will be able to once again enjoy Axel's company and not have the fear of him wanting to attack other dogs. We feel we are certainly winning this battle and that's all due to this amazing team at Next Leve Dog Training.
Justin and the team looked after our 12-month-old Irish Terrier, Sedric, whilst we were away in Europe. Sedric wasn’t a massive problem but his response to commands was inconsistent and generally reliant on bribery, and he was always pulling to get at other dogs and say hello! He also found it hard to decompress at home.
Our trip was just two weeks in duration, but Justin said that for him to make a difference to Sedric’s behaviours, he would need him for 4 weeks. A week to gain his trust, a week to break down habits and then a couple of weeks to build new habits.
We dropped Sedric off with some concern at how he would handle the whole affair, but we needn’t have worried. Within a couple of hours, we received our first video update, showing Sedric having a ball in the field, chasing toys and clearly settling in straight away. For the time he was with Next Level, we had a video or phone update every two or three days, and Justin phoned for a more-in depth verbal update about half-way through. We were also provided with some beautiful photographs of Sedric ‘on location.’
We picked Sedric up at the end of his ‘holiday’ and were delighted with his renewed focus: he now looks to us for guidance when on the leash and is a much more relaxed dog all round. What we have learned, is that it is not so much physical activity that calms a dog, but mental stimulation and fulfilment (of which walking is just one part). We know that this is just the start but we now feel much better equipped to help Sedric become the model citizen that he deserves to be.
Thanks to everyone who worked with Sedric, especially Chris, who trained him one-to-one.
A big thank you to Rob
He did a fantastic job with training our Dachshund Bertie.
Bertie was reactive towards dogs and people, he pulled on his lead and most of all we couldn’t socialise him with my Daughters Dog Rufus which separated the family.
Bertie is a different dog now and now enjoyable walking and socialising with Rufus.
Would always recommend Next level dog Training.
Thank you so much.
Want to say a big thank you to Luke, Justin and the team. Rotty has just completed a 4 week training course with Next Level Training. Rooty would react to the ring doorbell, delivery vans, cars/people going past the window, etc etc……we now have a dog that is non-reactive and calm. Even the delivery man commented on how calm Rooty was as he sat on his bed looking at him. Before he went he was living on adrenaline that didn’t sleep - we now have a dog that is happy to sleep most of the day! Even now we’re home if we have a question they are always happy to answer it. Would definitely recommend Next Level Training - 5 stars from us ⭐ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
We left our 4 year old dachshund, Flick, in the very capable hands of Justin and Chris at Next Level for 4 weeks, and they have honestly transformed both Flick's wellbeing and ours as owners.
Prior to going, Flick was pretty well trained for following commands, recall, tricks and lead walking but around 18 months ago she was attacked by a dog whilst on the lead and since then we had been struggling with increasing reactivity and an inability to settle and relax. Flick was always on alert and whilst she'd be ok walking past most dogs, she'd react massively to others. It was unpredictable and walking her had become stressful as a result. Flick's barking had also increased; she'd bark for attention, for toys, at people, for anything really. Flick has been a school dog since she was 8 weeks old, but that was becoming untenable because she needed so much managing throughout the day. She never seemed content to just be and despite all our best efforts, we just could not overcome the challenging behaviours, so we decided to invest in her wellbeing by sending her to Justin.
We've been home a few days now and Flick is the calmest, most content I have seen her since she was a puppy. She rests and relaxes in busy places; even falling asleep in a pub! She is not phased by other dogs and she even walked past a herd of cows with no issues. Her lead walking was always ok, but now it is gold standard, walking to heel no matter how excited she is about where we are going. They have even taught her how to play properly for her breed instincts, which is fascinating to see. In school she is settled and calm, responding to instruction and not barking at all. This has honestly changed our lives and Flick is so obviously more content, which is what we really wanted.
One thing we were worried about was whether she'd get the love and affection she gets at home but at our handover we saw her relationship with Chris and how is much he cared about her and that proved she absolutely did. We had updates throughout and quick responses whenever we checked in, the handover gave us the tools to carry on with what Next Level have taught her and since the moment we arrived home Justin has continued to be on hand to help us manage any challenges or answer any questions we have.
Dachshunds have a reputation for being difficult to train but actually they are really intelligent hounds and Justin knows exactly how to tap into that. We're already planning on working with him again soon on particular skills/behaviours we want to master. I can't thank him, Chris and the rest of the team enough.
I had been looking for residential training places for a while, this was our last resort after trying everything else.
With the best reviews, I messaged justin at next level and he was so nice, put my mind at ease, spoke for about 40mins on our little sausage dog reggie and he's behaviour. It got to the point that I wouldn't take reggie out as it was so stressful. Reggie would get very aggressive as soon as he seen other people/dogs. We couldn't take him anywhere, which isn't fair on us and most importantly reggie as he wasn't living he best life.
Reggie went for 4 weeks. Had regular updates, I would messaged justin or reggies trainer Luke and they would get straight back to me. They treated reggie like there own dog which really helped being away from reggie. I knew he was happy and living his best life.
It's only been a day since getting reggie home. The results are absolutely amazing!! Reggie is so calm, we took him to a busy pub garden and he's was a pleasure and just lay down. There was children running about and other dogs!!
I can't thank justin, Luke and all the team at next level dog training for looking after and training reggie. Absolutely amazing transformation!!! highly recommended!!
When we go aboard now, reggie will be going to the next level doggie hotel as he loves it there.
Thank you from laura, neil and your little happy chap reggie ❤️😊🙏 5*++++
Whilst I have only had Summer home one day she’s already the best addition to my life. I contacted Next Level Dog Training to get an assistance dog having struggled since childhood with anxiety and other mental health issues my issue had gotten progressively worse and I was no longer able to function. From first talking to Justin he was very kind, understanding and supportive, at no point was I put under any pressure or felt like I was in a business transaction. Justin, Matt and the rest of the team were very kind, patient and supportive always.
I got to meet Summer before any decision was made and it was love at first sight they then spent several months training her so she would be able to integrate into my life including getting her used to travelling on trains and navigating busy towns, which I struggle with when going to work. I was given lots of photos and updates throughout and they were only a message away if I had any questions.
I was encouraged to come visit her whenever I wanted and they were incredibly accommodating. Their facilities are amazing and they have lovely friendly cats running about and goats and peacocks not to mention their rescue dogs. It is so lovely that despite living several hours away my dad wants to send our dog to their pet hotel if they were ever going away as it is so lovely and every person clearly really loves all the animals there.
I was given plenty of handling training to make sure I would be prepared when taking summer out. They were always very encouraging and explained things incredibly clearly never talking down or making me feel bad about anything. Despite having anxiety I was always put at ease and even on practice outings with summer, Matt was with us and he was not just very informative and helpful but helped put me at ease.
Summer has only been home a day but has already settled in so well which I put down to the bond they enabled and encouraged us to have before her even leaving the site. She is a sweet and kind and perfect dog and really is the perfect dog for me. Getting an assistance dog can be a long drawn out and stressful process but if you are able to go through Matt and Justin I would highly encourage it. I have the sweetest lovely dog in the world who is already helping me go out and be more calm and independent.
We cannot recommend Next Level Dog Training enough. Their understanding and dedication to dogs are excellent. Chris has been amazing with Klara, and the difference in her is remarkable.
We adopted Klara, a rescue, 12-month-old ex-street dog from Macedonia. We attended several local training classes, which helped, but we knew there was so much more needed.
She was independent, resilient & self-sufficient, who just wanted to be free to search for her next meal. She’d never experienced a home, lead walks, owners, daily food, being told what to do & what not to do; didn’t know what was right or wrong & always needed constant attention.
However, her nature was loving, playful & non-aggressive. I researched Next Level Training & we visited to discuss her suitability. Justin was so knowledgeable & passionate about dogs & training. We discussed the training she would be given & how it works.
We enrolled Klara in a 4-week residential training course. When we came to pick her up, the difference was incredible & the training that Chris had given her was fantastic. It’s like she had been
‘reset’ & ‘grown up’, she understood much better how to behave. At the handover, we were blown away by her listening & obeying commands from Chris whom she bonded so well. Her recall on the line was immediate & she so wanted to please Chris, the eye contact was constant.
At home she is much more settled. She does not seek attention all the while, she is happy to relax; she will lie down next to us & rest. When we are out, her walking on the lead is excellent (we were shown by Chris how to correct her). She is relaxed when in pubs & cafes. She no longer destroys things in the home or digs in the garden!
The training continues by us, of course, but we now have the know-how to help her & correct any behaviour issues.
We cannot thank Next Level Dog Training enough & Chris has been the absolute best trainer we could have hoped for. Justin’s support & constant updates with videos on Clara’s progress, made us just so happy to know she was doing so well, brilliant photos too.
We want to thank Justin, Chris, and the rest of the team at Next Level Dog Training for the excellent training & care of our Klara.
Helen & Martyn & Klara
As first time owners of a working breed, we did fall into some traps and needed some assistance correcting some behvaiours and reactivity issues with our 11 month old pup. The time spent with Chris who lead the program for Maxes training along side Justin, on a 4 week board and train has really helped transformed his behaviours to become neutral around livestock, dogs and general distractions in busy environments. They have helped turn our overly excited and reactive pup into a balanced boy who can transition from play to a calm heel, something we struggled with before. Chris formed a good bond with Max, it was clear he saw him as a leader who provided clear communication and guidance, this was demonstrated to us with a detailed hand over session, under their supervision we replicated their behaviours and his training transfered over. Their balanced training methods focused on building a positive relationship with the pup and guiding him to perform the desired behaviours such as heeling under distraction, and this created really impressive results that are reliable. Furthermore, they introduced him to new tug and chase toys for us to train with that really engage him with breed specific fullilment. They also provided regular updates, high quality photos, video updates of progress and I really highly recommend Next Level Dog Training.
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