Alpha Dog Behaviour is committed to providing the best in customer service allied with a positive outcome for you and your dog. I offer professional and friendly assistance to my customers for whatever they may need. That is why I am proud of the continued success in satisfying one customer after the other whatever behaviour problems they may be experiencing. Don't just take my word for it- be sure to read through a sample of my customer testimonials to see what they think. I can provide hard copies of these comments if you find them too good to be true! Feel free to contact me

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"Here at the Vale Veterinary group we understand the importance of discussion with new and existing dog owners on all aspects of behaviour and training, and actively promote issues regarding early socialisation, habituation, and basic obedience. When things go wrong, often due to no fault of the owner, then we are pleased to be able to offer referral to Nick Jones of Alpha Dog Behaviour to provide a thorough and comprehensive service in behavioural counselling and retraining.

To date we have referred many dogs to Nick, and are very pleased with not only the results achieved, but also with the follow up correspondance both with the owner and with the attending veterinary surgeon.

Lisa Langford BVM&S MRCVS. Small animal partner Vale Veterinary Group.

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Riverside Vets have worked closely with Nick Jones at Alpha Dog Behaviour for some time. We have arranged many puppy parties at our clinic and as a result of this we were able to offer our clients a follow-up socialisation party run by Nick.

The clinic received nothing but positive feed back from these meetings.
Our clients are now confident that with the advice given by Nick, they will continue to practice the basic commands and gain a mutual understanding of their pet, which in the future will hopefully lead to well behaved dogs and happy owners!
We have had many individual, behavioural cases, which Nick was more than happy to step in and assist with.
We display Nick’s business card and contact details on our surgery notice board, and have the utmost confidence that he will provide our clients a first class service with sensible, practical advice.

From all the staff at Riverside Veterinary Clinic, Bewdley.

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"I found Nick to be extremely helpful. He helped in every aspect of my dog's behaviour, even down to diet.

Nick gave good, sound, solid advice and putting into practice his recommendations, I was amazed at the change in my dog.

In advising me of my dog's behavioural problems, he also educated me into becoming an understanding, responsible dog owner.

With Nick's help, my confidence has grown, and my dog and I are well on our way to having a very happy owner/dog relationship.

I would recommend anyone having a problem with their dog, however small it may be, to contact Nick.

Nick, thank you so much for your help. You're invaluable.

Mrs. Newton. Stourport

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"When I phoned Nick I was pretty desperate and even feared that we might not be able to keep Bruno, our beautiful but unsociable Springer Spaniel. Bruno's aggressive attitude towards his own kind had ended in me avoiding other dogs and their owners, I had stopped taking him to the local dog exercise field and I was even worried about walking him along the road in case another dog appeared.

Nick came to visit and he made an immediate and major difference. He enabled us to realise that Bruno, much loved at home, was pretty much leader of the pack and that my husband, the children and I were all reinforcing his leadership role. We were also making him anxious although we were not aware of this. Nick showed us that the key to altering Bruno's aggression outside the home was to calmly and kindly exert more control within it. He showed us what to do and how to do it and the results have been amazing - a much calmer and happier dog who can now approach other dogs without going berserk. I have even started taking him into our local dog-walking field again, something I thought I would never be able to do, and we continue to make excellent progress.

My daughter has also said "You'd think he was a really well trained dog - he does everything you tell him and he's a darling!"

Nick, thank you so much for all your advice and help ( and we know you remain at the other end of the phone or email if we need extra support).

Mrs. Marshall, Bromsgrove.

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“I'm delighted the boys have made so much progress in just a few weeks.  Thank you for making this possible and to Amber for being such a calming influence!

Recall work will be my priority for the next few weeks and I will also start to take the boys for short walks together. 

If I can be of any help to reassure any potential clients, please don't hesitate to put them in touch with me.  I'm now a firm believer that even wild Jack Russell terrier's behaviour can be modified when you know how and are prepared to work at it.  Thank you again for your patience, support and encouragement.”

 C. Nobrega. Bewdley.

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“The professional advice and training given was appropriate, accurate and effective.

No false promises of success were made, but success was definitely achieved! Our dog is the happiest he has ever been, and we will certainly continue with his training.

I would recommend Nick to any dog owner!"

Miss Fisher- Stourport

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I just thought I'd give you an update on Sam's progress. He's doing very well - it all started with your suggestion of tin foil, (ed. Sam loved to go onto the expensive sofa!)this broke his mental pattern, then one night he decided to make his bed under the bench seating in the kitchen. So we put his bed under there and now that's where he sleeps at night. Last night he even went to bed without telling him and in the mornings we let him up on the bed for about an hour until we get up. Surprisingly he's just not that interested and obsessive any more about being on the bed, he enjoys it but in the day he'd rather sleep on his own bed.

(This dog had built up a serious case of separation anxiety, and was often ill if not allowed to sleep with the owners).

Mr. & Mrs. Roland- Belbroughton.

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Willow was such a nightmare to live with before Nick came to us, to the extent that I felt uncomfortable to be left alone with her because of her dominance towards me. I got to the stage that I thought she may have to be rehomed, as I felt no affection for her as she kept biting me. Now I am in control of her, and I love her as part of the family. She is a pleasure to be with. Thank you Nick.

Mrs. Brant- Stourport

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Working with Nick has given me the much needed support, knowledge and encouragement to continue to work with Benjie, and I am now confident that, with the possibility of further sessions as and when necessary, Benjie will become the well-mannered, obedient, happy dog that everyone will love to be around.
His advice on all aspects of the dog's welfare has been invaluable. I am so grateful for his expertise. It has been a joy to watch him working with the dog. He accomplishes so much in a short time and in such a gentle manner and it is obvious that Benjie likes and respects him.
Mrs. Cowdry- Droitwich.

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"We are very happy with the progress we have made following Nick's guidance and advice...Calm is almost restored!!

Mr. & Mrs. Fellows. Ombersley, Worcs.

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“Nick is very approachable and a nice person to work with.  I was amazed at how quickly Elvis (Ed. Yes a dog named Elvis...thank you very much)responded to his first session”

Miss Bullock- Kidderminster

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“Given that Tess is 13 years old and has come from a deprived background, I am heartened by the improvement I have seen whilst recognising that this will be a long-term venture requiring patience, persistence and consistency”

Mrs Leighton- Kidderminster

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“We found that Nick really helped us- his advice was easy to follow and effective- it was also great to know that if we needed any help between visits he was just a phone call or an e mail away”

Rhea Dodge- Shrawley

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“Willow is coming along nicely with her training after Nick was able to offer lots of sound advice.  We were more than happy with Nick’s service and will certainly call him again if we ever need to”

Mrs Beard- Bewdley

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“I really feel so much happier knowing that Purdy is not a nut case as I secretly feared!  You really have been so kind to us and we do so appreciate all the valuable help you have given plus time. Please keep in touch. We have so benefited from your advice and help”

Mrs Lawson- Dunley

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“Rosie is responding beautifully to all aspects of her training.  We are all delighted with her progress”

A Goodwin- Droitwich

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“I feel more confident with Monty now.  Instead of worrying how he was going to behave, disobeying me, walks have become a pleasure as I have more control.  I’m sure Monty enjoys it more too.  Thanks Nick!”

Laura Hewit- Bewdley

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“The “Time Out” has been a great help and something we don’t have to do as often any more.  Thought you might like to know that Jack has actually been sleeping in his crate!  During this lovely weather we positioned it in the patio door with the doors open so to go outside he had to walk through it which he does- no problem and he has been sleeping there at his own choice.  So hopefully the crate will work after all.  Many thanks for all your help”

John and Julie Hollyoak- Kidderminster

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“We are really pleased with the way Elvis (Ed.Yes, really, another dog called Elvis...who said he was dead?)has responded to the training.  We now feel a lot more confident and have a much more fulfilling relationship with him.  Thanks Nick!”

Susie and Dan Barnes- Astley

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“We are pleased with Jack’s progress.  I know we need to work with him but things are a great deal better. He doesn’t go upstairs and generally knows his place. Thanks Nick”

V Caswell- Neen Savage

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“Sasha seems a lot better, and seems more relaxed.  She is much quieter at nights whilst we are watching TV. 

Thanks Nick”

J Dewdney- Kidderminster

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"Old Beandoggers is now quite calm in his greetings to my wife and I. He just calmly walks up to us and sits with tail wagging when we come in. He does that with company now, too! Amazing! Hard to believe just a few weeks ago anyone that came through our door was greeted with a force stronger than any hurricane!

Thanks for your help on this Nick!"

 Artie- USA.

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"Penny is now a pleasure to be with. Nick has taught us how to handle and train her, in a non-aggressive way. Excellent result from a very knowledgable and nice guy."

Mr. & Mrs. Gowan - Kidderminster

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