Professional dog and puppy training in Cardiff built for real life.
Does your dog pull on the lead, react to dogs or people, bark at everything, or struggle to settle when left alone?
Do you feel frustrated, embarrassed, or unsure how to help?
At Cardiff K9 Training, we help you turn the chaos into calm. With simple, practical training that fits your everyday life, you’ll learn how to build better behaviour and a stronger bond with your dog, so you can finally enjoy walks, welcome visitors, and relax at home.
Book your free 15-minute call today – let’s chat about what’s going on and how we can help.
We are confident in our methods and the results they bring. If you commit to the training plan and don’t see significant progress in your dog’s behaviour within 60 days, we’ll give you your money back. It’s that simple

Struggling with pulling,reacting, barking, jumping up, or separation issues?
Our tailored sessions focus on your dog, your home, your lifestyle. You’ll get step-by-step guidance to solve the behaviours causing stress, and clear strategies you can keep using long after the session ends.
Imagine enjoying a quiet evening without barking, stress-free walks in the park, or leaving the house without worry - that’s what we work towards together.
Got a new puppy? Exciting - but also exhausting! Chewing, toilet training, biting and sleepless nights can quickly wear you down.
Our puppy classes give you the foundations for every puppy (and owner!) needs:
- House training made simple
- Calm greetings (no more jumping up)
- Lead manners from day one
- Confidence with people, dogs, and new places
- Loose lead walking
- Recall
- Enrichment
You’ll leave each session with practical exercises, a tired puppy, and the reassurance that you’re on the right track.
Busy schedule? Live outside Cardiff? Or just want flexible support?
Our video coaching lets you train when it suits you.
What’s included:
- Send us a video of the behaviour you’re struggling with
- Receive expert step-by-step feedback
- Train at your own pace and revisit advice any time
- Make training fit your busy lifestyle
Perfect for owners who need support but can’t always make in-person sessions. Location isn’t a barrier to getting great results. Steve has worked with dog owners across the UK and as far as Spain - proving that effective, personalised training can happen anywhere.
I’m Steve, founder of Cardiff K9 Training.
I know what it’s like to live with a dog who won’t listen, won’t settle, and makes everyday life stressful. You have read every book, watched countless youtube videos but are now even more confused. I’ve been there – and that’s why I’m passionate about helping owners like you.
From first-time puppy parents to owners of reactive rescue dogs. My goal is simple: to give you the tools and confidence to enjoy life with your dog again.
Training isn’t about perfection. It’s about progress, understanding, and building a relationship that works both ways.



With over 20 years teaching experience Steve is a certified trainer with ADTB and has a wealth of experience in getting the best out of dogs. We understand that one size doesn't fit all. Our training plans are tailored to address the specific goals and challenges of each dog and owner.
Our methodology revolves around science-based, reward-focused techniques, fostering a sense of trust and respect within the training dynamic, all without resorting to force or intimidation. This helps you build a strong bond and also have the perfectly trained dog.
Join our family of passionate dog lovers. We offer ongoing support and advice to ensure you and your dog continue to grow and thrive together. From your puppy's first steps into advanced obedience and beyond, Cardiffk9training is here to guide you every step of the way. Let us help you unlock the full potential of your canine companion.
We cater for many different needs, whether this is group classes, one on one session,behaviour modifications for older dogs or remote training. You can visit us in our training facility or we can visit you in your home. We are available during the day, evenings and weekends so the training can fit around your daily lifestyle.
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Our training methods are based on positive reinforcement techniques. We believe in rewarding desired behaviours, which helps build a strong bond between you and your dog. Our methods are designed to be humane, effective, and enjoyable for both dogs and their owners.
Each training session typically lasts 60 minutes. This duration allows sufficient time for practice without overwhelming the dog. We find this length helps maintain high levels of concentration and effectiveness.
We start training puppies as young as 8 weeks old, focusing initially on simple commands and socialisation. However, it’s never too late to start training, as we offer programs tailored to dogs of all ages and at any stage of their life.
We offer both group training classes and private sessions. Our group classes are great for socialisation and learning in a dynamic environment, while private sessions are ideal for addressing specific behavioural issues or for dogs who may not thrive in a group setting.
Yes, we cover all behavioural modification for various issues including aggression, anxiety, excessive barking and more. We assess each case individually and develop a personalised training plan based on the dog’s specific needs and the owner’s goals.
As the dog’s owner, your involvement is crucial to the success of the training. We expect owners to participate actively in sessions, practice regularly at home, and consistently use the techniques taught. Commitment to the training process is essential for achieving the best results.
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Book A Free Consultation Call Today To Discuss Your Requirements

We’re more than just dog trainers. We’re educators and problem solvers dedicated to providing personalised training solutions that fit the individual needs of your dog and lifestyle
Posted on Rosie DaviesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We attended Steve’s puppy class and would highly recommend it. Steve was friendly, knowledgeable and made both the puppies and owners feel completely at ease. The sessions gave us the structure and basics for us to then practice at home. We have seen a positive change in our little Nova’s obedience due to the essentials learnt in the class. Overall a really great experience and highly recommend anyone with a new puppy getting into Steve’s classes. We have also had a few 30 day plans from Steve and they have been so helpful in our training process with little nova. She has come such a long way with Steve’s help and knowledge. Couldn’t recommend enough.Posted on Rhys GoodfellowTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing, would highly recommend. Steve was fantastic - very engaging, knowledgeable, and great with all the dogs. He made the sessions enjoyable while still teaching really useful skills we could practice at home. Over the 6 weeks we saw a big improvement in our puppy’s behaviour and obedience. We’ve been to other puppy classes before and this was by far the most effective.Posted on El DavisTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Steve has been brilliant helping us gain confidence with our young dog Floss. We've worked on recall, impulse control, walking on lead and being out and about. He's made the whole process accessible and fun. And we're really enjoying being out and about with Floss as she grows up :-) Thanks Steve!Posted on Lauren BTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great experience with Steve, he helped with our reactive older dog Jeff who previously could only walk on lead with a muzzle at night, and helped with resource guarding and food aggression. Within a month, we had him walking without a muzzle on a longline lead, and most importantly enjoying his life! He helped put a plan in place to help us in the home to create boundaries and reduce reactivity, and was always available via WhatsApp for any support throughout the process. His approach was tailored to our unique circumstances (we have another dog), which is something you just don’t get with online coaching. Couldn't recommend more - thanks so much. Lauren, Josh, Jeff and Bim xPosted on Daniela DelfinoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. In just 3 sessions with the Steve I have left feeling more confident with lots of support and encouragement. I can’t recommend him enough if you need support from someone who can give you clear, structured advice and who genuinely cares your dogs progression! Thank you :) ❤️Posted on Kirsty LewisTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 2 words that mean so much ,Thank You .Steve has help other people understand our French Bull dog,unfortunately ,Guss was born with eye condition that makes him see 3 ,he was scared when people approached him as he was seeing three of everything, this came across as looking aggressive, but all he was is scared.We where also in the process of being assess for Fostering ,but unfortunately this was put on hold because of Guss reasons. Steve has worked with us ,so we could help Guss and help people understand him. We have learnt that we need to talk to Guss at all time ,because of his eye sight this has been a great help , the work plan that Steve has given us ,has made such a difference ,to the point that know we are now going forward to being reassess for Fostering .If you are thinking of a dog training Steve is an excellent choice. ExplainPosted on Bobby EvansTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. At the turn of the year after one attempt at finding a trainer for our eight month old cocker spaniel puppy we decided to give Steve a message and book in a block of three lessons to work on his recall and some basic lead work. Even before the first session ended we could already see a drastic improvement in Spencer’s recall and Steve was great in talking to us through what drills we need to work on and how we should interact with the dog to get the best result. With the in person lessons and the support over the phone with Steve in a short period of time we have now got our cocker spaniel Puppy off the lead fully and he is even recalling away from distractions in busy parks. At the end of our block sessions with Steve, we asked if we could have a short go at tackling Spencer’s pulling on the lead. After one session we have seen drastic improvements and will be visiting Steve again to work on this further! We can’t recommend Steve enough, he is a trainer who knows what he is doing and more importantly is very good in working with the owners and tailoring the training to them.Posted on Cierra SloateTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Steve has been able to help us with our working breed puppy. From the day we brought Red home at 8 weeks old to now a puppy class graduate and sit champion. Steve has been really responsive and helpful throughout our entire puppy training. We now have a very impressive 25kg 7 month old Doberman puppy who loose lead walks, all the basic commands down and is sociable with other dogs. We plan to continue our training now going into recall training.Posted on SSHTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very confident and approachable Gives clear instructions , my pup was too fascinatec by other dogs but still got him to do some if not all the commands Steve taught Neec to practice on daily walks and steve is hsppy to provide ongoing advice if necessary too . Useful training , just i could do some one to one sessions.Posted on Bethan PalmerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Steve was brilliant! 3 sessions and our bouncy over enthusiastic pooch is engaged and lead walking like a dream! Her recall has come on leaps and bounds meaning walks are more enjoyable for both her and us! Would highly recommend!