PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT, DOG TRAINING, AND WALKING IN
GILLINGHAM
I am Stephen Gardner, the specialist behind SG Canine Adventures. I personally provide reliable, personalised canine behavioural support, training, and dog walking, making it simple to keep your dog happy, healthy, and expertly cared for.
BALANCED DOG TRAINING & BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT ACROSS
GILLINGHAM
I’m Stephen, founder of SG Canine Adventures. I help owners build calm, confident, well-mannered dogs through a balanced, structured approach to behaviour and training. Every dog is individually assessed so I can tailor the process to their temperament, drives, and motivations, addressing issues such as leash reactivity, aggression, separation anxiety, resource guarding, destructive behaviour, and other unwanted behaviours at home.
Alongside behaviour and training, I also provide structured dog walking that reinforces good habits, offers essential physical and mental stimulation, and supports the principles I put in place during training. My aim is simple: to create a respectful, reliable relationship between you and your dog, built on clarity, balance, and long-lasting trust.
TRUSTED BEHAVIOURAL SUPPORT, DOG TRAINING AND WALKING IN
GILLINGHAM
Balanced training methods that build structure and confidence.
Fully Insured & First Aid Trained
Professional standards for total peace of mind.
Private training to build strong foundations from day one.
Local & Reliable
Trusted service across Somerset, Wiltshire & Dorset.
Daily walks in Wincanton that keep dogs happy & healthy.
Personalised Care & Results
Tailored care that creates calm, well-behaved dogs.
ARE YOU STRUGGLING WITH YOUR DOG’S BEHAVIOUR IN
GILLINGHAM
Are you struggling with your dog's behaviour? Issues like pulling on the lead, constant barking, destructive chewing, or separation anxiety can quickly stress the entire family. These problems often stem from a lack of appropriate structure, exercise, and balanced training.
At SG Canine Adventures, I simplify life for you. Through structured walking, balanced training, and personalised care, I help your dog become calmer, happier, and reliably obedient. Start enjoying the best of life with your well-mannered companion.
BEHAVIOUR & TRAINING SUPPORT IN
GILLINGHAM
I specialise in professional behaviour modification and training support, alongside dog walking services. From first-time puppy owners to those dealing with challenging habits, I use a balanced approach that builds confidence and reinforces positive behaviour. I provide the structure and consistency dogs need to thrive, addressing key issues like lead pulling, recall, barking, and socialisation.
My training is practical, fair, and tailored to both you and your dog. I focus on building your confidence as an owner, helping you enjoy life together without the stress of unwanted behaviours. The result is a calmer, more responsive dog and a stronger, lasting bond.
PRIVATE PUPPY SCHOOL IN
GILLINGHAM
The early weeks are crucial for your puppy’s temperament, and my private puppy school focuses on consistent structure, positive exposure, and confidence building during this vital imprinting stage. I cover all the key essentials your puppy needs, beginning with clear structure to establish immediate, consistent routines for feeding, toileting, and enforced rest through a crate or pen. This foundation is vital for toilet training and helps prevent separation distress as your puppy grows.
Socialisation is also a major focus, ensuring your puppy experiences controlled, positive exposure to different people, environments, sights, sounds, and appropriate adult dogs once they are vaccinated. Here, the quality of exposure always outweighs quantity. Alongside this, I work on calm, comfortable handling of the paws, ears, and mouth, so future trips to the vets and groomers are far easier and less stressful.
I introduce early obedience as well, using fun, reward-based training to teach basic commands such as Sit and Come (Recall), supported by strong bite inhibition lessons. Throughout the process, I build positive associations and a predictable environment, giving your puppy the security and guidance they need to develop into a confident, well-adjusted companion.
Meet The Owner
Stephen Gardner
Hi, I’m Stephen Gardner, the professional dog behaviourist and trainer behind SG Canine Adventures. Above all, I am passionate about helping dogs achieve calmness, stability, and confidence by providing them with the clear guidance they need.
I’ve spent years studying how dogs think, learn, and interact with the world. That deep understanding forms the foundation of my work, which utilises a balanced approach to training. This means using the full spectrum of communication. I leverage positive reinforcement for motivation and teach essential boundaries through fair, clear structure and timely corrections. This method isn't about control, it's about clarity, ensuring your dog understands exactly what is expected of them.
My mission is to bring peace and predictability to your family life and fulfilment to your four-legged companion. By giving your dog the consistent structure, defined rules, and sense of purpose they crave, I make life easier at home and naturally reinforce your position as their trusted, confident leader.
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