Hello,
Give your cherished dog or puppy the best!
Based in Hampshire, I’m Cary, a professional dog trainer dedicated to empowering owners with effective, reward-based training solutions.
From confident loose-lead walking to reliable recall and tackling specific challenges, let’s unlock your dog’s full potential.
Ready to invest in a happier, more well-behaved companion?
Click the paw for a free, no-obligation chat
Training joy and confidence into every wag!
My approach
I use a positive, reward-based approach to training that reinforces good behaviour without punishment or aversives. Research consistently shows that both dogs and humans learn best in a relaxed, encouraging environment. That’s why I make training fun and game-based, ensuring you and your dog enjoy every step of the process.
Who I work with
Whether you’re a beginner or refining advanced skills, I offer personalized one-on-one training to help you and your dog succeed. Too busy? I can train your dog for you and provide weekly handovers to keep you on track. Let’s create a plan that fits your life and goals!
My credentials
With a lifetime of experience owning and training dogs, combined with extensive professional education, I bring both practical skills and expert knowledge to every session. My goal is to share this expertise with you, empowering you to build a strong, positive relationship with your dog through effective and rewarding training methods.
Dog training courses
Scent work & mantrailing
Scent work: Scent work taps into your dog’s natural abilities, offering mental stimulation and a calming activity. It’s perfect for rainy days, providing an outlet for energy without the physical demands of a walk—your dog will likely rest well after a session!
Mantrailing: Mantrailing is suitable for all dogs – reactive, non-reactive, older, younger, injured or perfectly healthy – and we ensure a safe, supportive environment for everyone involved. It’s an exciting adventure that’s as fun as it is rewarding, perfect for boosting confidence in shy or reactive dogs while offering all dogs a thrilling new challenge.
Caroline’s help in training my dog has been amazing.
My dog is a rescue dog and was reactive to dogs we met on our walks. Caroline, with the help of her own two dogs, has completely changed this behaviour and he is now calm and happy when we meet other dogs. Caroline’s approach is confident and calm and my dog really trusts her and responds to her positive and encouraging approach.
– EH, Alresford
Training Location
Do You Remember Those Perfect Puppy Dreams?
Remember those Pinterest-perfect puppy dreams? The reality of a teething terror or a suddenly opinionated teenage dog in the Alresford area (stretching out to places like Winchester and Petersfield) can feel… a little less dreamy. If your once-manageable pup has morphed into a furry agent of chaos – the jumping, the selective deafness, the ‘zoomies’ that threaten your furniture – you’re absolutely not alone! You’ve likely navigated the early hurdles, or maybe you’re just starting out, but this adolescent phase can throw even the most patient dog parent for a loop. Whether you’re raising a young pup, navigating the turbulent adolescent months, or even dealing with a dog who’s reactive, finding effective dog training near Alresford that fits into your life is key.

Imagine feeling confident and in control, even with a spirited adolescent dog in areas like Alresford, Cheriton, East Meon, West Meon, Bramdean, Upper Wield, Lower Wield, Alton, Liss, Liphook, Ropley, Medstead, or Four Marks. Picture those frustrating walks transforming into enjoyable outings, perhaps walking with friends and having your dog return when you call – wouldn’t that feel great? Or those moments of chaos at home becoming more peaceful – imagine the relief! Whether you’re navigating the intense energy of adolescence, laying a solid foundation with a new puppy, or seeking solutions for a dog with reactive behaviours, you deserve a training approach that understands your specific challenges and fits seamlessly into your life. Dog Scout is based in the SO24 area, near Bramdean and Bighton. I travel up to 20 miles from my base to work with you, in your local area. We’ll work together in your home and out in the local environment, addressing real-world situations where you need the most support, be it a park in Alton, a quiet lane near East Meon, or even the familiar paths around Medstead or Four Marks. Forget feeling overwhelmed; let’s focus on building a stronger connection with your dog, step by practical step. And for a fun way to engage their natural instincts, explore our local mantrailing group – a fantastic opportunity for both of you, potentially meeting fellow dog lovers from Liss to Four Marks. If you’re ready for private dog training that truly prioritizes your needs and the well-being of your dog throughout Hampshire, let’s connect.
Hi, my name is Cary and I have owned and worked with dogs all my life, starting with growing up in a house where my parents bred Cairn terriers and owned dogs of several different breeds (Cairns, Dobermans, Schnauzers, Irish Wolfhounds). As an adult, I have always had my own dogs, most of them from puppyhood and all of whom I’ve trained myself. I also helped friends and neighbours training their dogs.
Right now, I have two dogs. One of them sometimes assists me in work that I do with clients.

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Check out some of past clients’ pups!
