About Me
Ruff Dog Training & Welfare was born in January 2018 and is run by Holley, a passionate dog trainer located in the NR29 area of beautiful Norfolk. Holley’s desire for providing care for animals began in 2014; she has over 16 years experience and this will only
continue to grow. With working backgrounds consisting of RSPCA, Dogs Trust and Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, Holley has had a variety of experience with canines from all walks of life. This
includes her ability to coach and mentor people into understand
their dog for the better.
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Ethos
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At Ruff – Dog Training the wealth and happiness of
your dog is as important to me as it is to you.
The Ruff Way
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The Ruff dog training way is the way of the dog. It’s training that’s in tune with the way a dog learns and at their pace. Holley will work on breaking behaviour down to help break through the human-dog communication barrier. Holley will help your dog to understand what behaviour is to be expected and your dog will know what will be the most rewarding. It’s the smart route to a sociable, well mannered dog that is a pleasure to be around.
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Holley’s methods are drawn from years of studying dog behaviour and she will help to motivate, reinforce and reward you and your dog. There will be no need for harshness or dominance and you can still get the results you need. Holley only uses positive reinforcement and reward based modern dog and puppy training techniques that do not require force or intimidation.
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You can read more on the story behind the name/logo by clicking HERE.
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Qualifications
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Holley’s diplomas include Animal Behaviour and Canine Behaviour. Holley is a graduate with the Victoria Stilwell Academy for dog trainer's and is listed under the UK dog training charter.
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Separation Anxiety School Ambassador
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Volunteer Trainer for Dog A.I.D
P.A.T Dog Assessor
Instructor
A Word From Holley
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I am very lucky being able to work doing something I love and pride myself on communicating efficiently with clients and helping families live in harmony with their four leggers. Aside from learning about and loving dogs I can usually be found at home enjoying the garden and spending time with family, pets and friends. It is thanks to my dog Bentley, (who I lost in June 2022) that I pursued a desire to educate myself about dog behaviour and to this day I haven’t looked back.
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British Sign Language
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I have obtained a Level 2 in British Sign Language alongside being a sign language tutor for Norfolk County Council and can use these skills to accommodate individual's specific needs. I have experience with client's dogs within the deaf community.
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