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Dog trainers in Nottingham

Council-licensed where required, real photos, verified-booking reviews. Typical rate: £40-150 per session.

22dog trainers
1628reviews
4.9avg rating

22 businesses in Nottingham

Dog Care in Nottingham

Nottingham's dog walking culture revolves around Wollaton Park (500 acres of Tudor deer park with the hall in the middle) which is the daily city walking landmark. The Arboretum, the Forest Recreation Ground, Highfields Park, Colwick Country Park (where the River Trent and the racecourse lakes carry plenty of waterfowl), and Bestwood Country Park north of the city all carry steady traffic. The Big Track along the Trent from West Bridgford round to Beeston is a much-loved local route, and the Sherwood Forest country park 30 minutes north is a weekend draw.

City centre and Lace Market apartment owners lean on daycare and walkers. The family suburbs of West Bridgford, Mapperley, Sherwood, Beeston, Bramcote, and Wollaton are walker, trainer, and groomer territory. Student-heavy areas around Lenton, Dunkirk, and the universities have a fluid pet population and steady walker demand from the postgraduate and staff households.

Nottingham City Council enforces the 2018 animal-activity licensing regulations and publishes its register through environmental health. Broxtowe, Gedling, Rushcliffe, and Erewash councils run separate schemes for the wider conurbation, so a Beeston or West Bridgford boarder may be licensed by Broxtowe or Rushcliffe rather than Nottingham city. Wollaton Park has lead-only sections through the deer enclosures - the deer are wild park stock and incidents happen yearly with dogs that get too close.

How to book dog trainers in Nottingham

  1. 1. Filter

    Use the filter bar above to narrow by dog size, garden, and insurance.

  2. 2. Check the licence

    Every commercial daycare or boarder must hold a council licence. We show the number and star rating up top.

  3. 3. Meet

    Book a free meet-and-greet. Any reputable provider will arrange this before the first stay.

  4. 4. Book

    Confirm dates directly with the business. No commission, no middleman, no upcharge.

Frequently asked

How much do dog trainers cost in Nottingham?+

As a UK guide, £40-150 per session. London and the South East sit at the top of that range; most other regions come in lower.

Are dog trainers licensed in Nottingham?+

No - dog trainers is not a licensable activity under the 2018 regulations, so there is no council licence to check. We show insurance details on each profile instead.

How do I book a dog trainer in Nottingham?+

Contact any listed business directly through their profile. Reputable providers will arrange a meet-and-greet before confirming the booking. There's no commission or middleman.

Are reviews verified?+

Yes - only customers with a confirmed booking can leave a review. Every review shows the service used and the visit date.

What if my dog is reactive or anxious?+

Look for providers offering one-to-one sessions - most Nottingham dog trainers will book a quiet slot for a reactive or anxious dog if you mention it upfront.

What insurance should dog trainers carry?+

Public liability cover (typically £1m+), care/custody/control cover for dogs in their charge, and personal accident cover. We list the insurer on every profile.