Lampeter and District Dog Training Centre is located in the heart of West Wales, approximately 8 miles from Lampeter and 4 miles from Tregaron.

The Centre is run by Sue MacFarquhar, a registered member of The Federation of Dog Trainers and Canine Behaviourists with over 25 years experience in training, teaching and behavioural work. Having competed her own Dogs sucessfully in showing, obedience and agility, she has also trained Crufts breed winners, Dogs (including her own)  for TV and Film work, and trained and managed a  Dog display team. She also has experience of working with both deaf and blind Dogs, and has had articles published in Dog training magazines. Her previous Clients include Television and Stage personalities and relatives of the Saudi Royal family. Throughout this period she has been recommended by Vets, Dog Rescue Societies and Clients.

 Ideally equipped to train all breeds in  an outdoor environment, Dogs are able to train in natural surroundings, free from the confines of an often overcrowded village hall. An escape proof large exercise area is also available, so that they can 'let off steam' before classes if required, and  training groups are kept to a manageable number with plenty of space for everyone.

Each Dog is individually assessed and placed initially in a Socialising group best suited to it's age and temperament. A separate group is run for Puppies, ensuring that they learn to interact correctly, but above all, safely with other Dogs of their own age. They are never placed in a group with older or aggressive Dogs, for which other Socialising groups are held. 

Each Owner and Dog is then offered a basic obedience course, with all  Dogs being  taken from the Socialising groups. This ensures that the Dogs have already settled down and made friends, but more importantly that the Owners are happy with the training methods used.

Training can be continued to whatever level the Owner wishes, and weekly sessions are held to enable Owners and Dogs to train regularly. Individual sessions are also available, to cater for Clients who prefer to receive one to one training. These start from the basics to more advanced work with each lesson being tailored to suit the Owner and Dog's requirements. Home visits are also arranged for Behaviour problems not covered by training classes, and a full back up service is offered to all the Centre's Clients for the lifetime of the Dog.

Being in the middle of Sheep country can be a worry for many Owners, so the Centre has it's own Dog friendly Sheep, used to help Dogs curb their 'chasing instincts.' Organised sessions are available on request.    

All ages and breeds of  Dog are welcome to come and train in an enjoyable, safe environment, where the welfare and happiness of your Dog, is as important to your Trainer as it is to you. Effective but kind methods are used to ensure that owning your Dog becomes, and remains the pleasure it should be!

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             CONGRATULATIONS TO JIM, ANN AND MAGDA (POWLISH LOWLAND) AND CATHY AND PEARL (BEARDED  COLLIE)  ON

            WINNING THEIR BREED CLASSES TO QUALIFY FOR CRUFTS 2009. PROVING THAT YOU CAN COMBINE OBEDIENCE AND

            SHOWING, BOTH DOGS ATTEND FOR WEEKLY TRAINING SESSIONS.