Welcome to JP Dog Training

Positively, Forward!

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Positively, Forward! 🐾

Meet JP!

I started JP Dog Training in 2020, driven by a fascination with how dogs learn, communicate and experience the world around them. What began as a passion has grown into a busy professional training service, working with dogs and their people across Moray — from those first puppy foundations through adolescence, everyday life skills and more complex training challenges.

Today, I’m an ABTC Registered Animal Training Instructor, hold a Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Canine Behaviour through the British College of Canine Studies and am qualified in Canine Hoopers and Agility.

Becoming ABTC registered was an important milestone. My knowledge and practical training skills have been independently assessed against professional standards, reassuring clients that there’s substance behind the advice I give — not just a list of qualifications.

Our Philosophy

At JP Dog Training, we champion evidence-based, science-led training and use positive reinforcement because we want dogs to be active, confident participants in their training.

Good training isn’t simply about getting a dog to do what we ask. It’s about understanding why they behave the way they do, creating the right environment for learning and building skills that work in everyday life.

That commitment extends beyond the training field.

My professional memberships with the International Institute for Canine Ethics (IICE) and the UK Dog Behaviour & Training Charter reflect a commitment to ethical practice, continued learning and high professional standards.

My Mission

My aim is simple: to help people understand their dogs and enjoy living with them.

I believe the best training builds communication, confidence and trust. It should work in the real world, fit the individual dog in front of us and leave owners feeling more capable — not more overwhelmed.

Better understanding. Better communication. Better lives together. Positively, Forward!

🐾Over 200+ Positive Reviews !🐾

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    “…Thanks for all your help and ongoing support JP!”

    - Kiera S.

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    “…James is a natural and really knows his stuff.”

    - Isaac W.

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    “James makes training so simple, everything he says makes sense.”

    - Ian W.

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    “…I have no hesitation recommending JP Dog training.”

    - Helen H.

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    “can't recommend James highly enough.”

    - Karen N.

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    “Couldn’t recommend JP enough and will be back…”

    - Shannon G.