Discover the key to transforming your pup's behaviour with expert training classes! Read on to find out how …

If you’re asking yourself questions like:

  • how do I stop my puppy biting?

  • How can I stop my dog jumping up?

Are you feeling frustrated about how to get your pup to stop pulling on lead?

Are you dreaming about creating reliable recall with your dog?

My fun and effective training classes have the answers!

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5*-Rated, Local Puppy & Dog Training Expert in Derby

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Introducing Lavender Garden Animal Services - Premium Puppy and Dog Training

Here to help you gain confidence with your puppy through my expert puppy training classes. I’m here to give you effective solutions to transform your pup’s behaviour, positively.

If you are a puppy or dog parent looking for:

⚡fun, supportive, force-free training classes

⚡help to create a well-behaved, happy and calm dog

⚡easy, step-by-step strategies to support your puppy’s development and to create a strong relationship with you

Read on to find out more about all my training options.

Why Choose Lavender Garden Puppy & Dog Training?

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Real Training

I have thousands of hours working with dogs professionally. My classes are 5*-rated so you can feel confident I will teach you all the key skills you need.
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Real Experience

I have years of experience of training dogs and supporting puppy & dog parents, just like you, to achieve training success.
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Real Results

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I've supported hundreds of training transformations. Pups leave my classes engaged, focused and able to relax when you need them to switch off.

Certified & Qualified Team

I am fully certified and qualified in force-free, ethical training methods. I use kind, positive methods led by science in everything I do!

Don’t just take my word for it…

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Want this to be you, too?

Read on to hear more about my training options…

Here Are My Puppy & Dog Training Options

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Puppy & Teenage Classes

Flexible, fun classes for puppies aged from 11 weeks to 18 months. 
Learn all you need from puppy biting, puppy socialisation, jumping up, lead walking, recall, impulse control, and much more.
Gain confidence as you and your furry friend learns. Click to explore flexible class options at Darley Abbey Village Hall, and puppy preschool online!
Prices from £55.
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Empower yourself with 1:1 dog training support – the key to transforming your dog's recall, lead walking, and impulse control. Tailored, supportive sessions that cater specifically to your dog's needs.
Also choose from specialised options like my nervous dog 1:1 package or bespoke welcome-home new puppy sessions.

Personalised 1:1 Training

When you book onto your 5-week in-person Learner Pups course, you’ll get 5x weekly 1 hour group classes PLUS …

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ALL this…

  • Multi award-winning service

    A fully supportive training experience

  • A qualified, multi-award winning trainer

  • Access to our dedicated, private Facebook group

  • Immediate access to my complete Puppy Training Support suite (so you don’t have to feel bamboozled by Google with all the bad advice out there!) (worth £200)

  • Immediate access to my Puppy Success Handbook with everything you need to create success with your puppy! (worth £25)

  • Actionable strategies to take away + get to the bottom of all the problem puppy behaviours you’re currently struggling with

  • Easy, practical, step-by-step training activities + games to work on with your puppy at home

  • Golden nuggets of advice that you won’t find on Google, but I guarantee will be a game changer for you + your puppy!

  • Small group puppy classes, with up to 6 pups max.

  • A £15 discount on individual 1:1 training sessions (booked separately)

PLUS

puppy training freebies

  • A Free Deluxe Training Pack + all the discounts (now worth over £50)

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  • An A4 printed, personalised certificate of completion (worth £5)

  • Max had great time, made lots of friends and, without knowing, learnt along the way. Sian is a lovely trainer with lots of knowledge, she was very helpful with any question you may have ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Lucy & Max

  • Sian is a super teacher & classes are well structured and supported… ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Deborah & Ernie

  • Thank you! We now have focus and walking on a loose lead more than I thought was possible. I am so grateful. Thank you Sian ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Louise & Rocco

  • Sian is very patient and explains everything clearly. Poppy picked everything up so quickly and we are amazed how well she has done with her training from just a few classes.

    Kay & Poppy

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Why Choose Me to Help You and Your Puppy Thrive?

Hi, I’m Sian—a passionate dog trainer with years of experience helping puppy parents just like you navigate the challenges of raising a happy, confident dog.

From wobbly first steps into the world to mastering those all-important early life skills, I’ve worked with hundreds of puppies and their families, guiding them through the ups and downs of puppyhood.

I understand the sleepless nights, the chewed-up shoes, and the “What have I got myself into?!” moments—and I’m here to help.

What sets me apart?
🐾 I’m a multi-award-winning trainer: My work has been recognised for its effectiveness and empathy.
🐾 Qualified and experienced: I’ve been professionally training dogs for over 5 years and am a member of NICE, an ethical training body that ensures I’m always up to date with effective, ethical training methods.
🐾 Currently training at degree level in dog behaviour: My methods are rooted in science and tailored to suit your puppy’s unique needs.
🐾 Specialist in positive, practical training: My step-by-step approach is simple to follow and easy to fit into your busy life.

I’ve developed my puppy classes to address the real-life challenges you’re facing, from toilet training to socialisation, and to give you the tools to build a strong, trusting bond with your puppy.

This isn’t just a generic class—it’s a proven system based on real-world success stories from puppy parents I’ve worked with. Together, we’ll build the foundation for a lifetime of joy, calm, and confidence with your dog.

Let’s work together to turn your overwhelmed puppy parent days into exciting ones filled with progress and connection.

Meet the Team

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    Sian

    BUSINESS OWNER + HEAD TRAINER

    Passionate dog mum, lover of all animals, all things vintage {and chocolate}. I’m a multi-award winning certified trainer & studying degree level behaviourist.

    My goal is to help you to understand your canine companion, so you can build a bond of trust and the foundation of a lifetime of learning and happiness.

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    Maddie

    VIRTUAL ASSISTANT

    I’ve always been completely consumed by my love of animals, since getting my first job at a kennels at 13, I’ve worked with them ever since.

    I love helping people to help their dogs so they can live long, happy, content and healthy lives together.

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