Dog Training For nervous, reactive and over-excitable dogs

Dog training online, globally, and in person around Twickenham, Teddington, Isleworth, Richmond-upon-Thames and Kingston.

with Niki French

Do you dream of being able to take your dog anywhere, without worrying about how they’ll react?

Or to be able to leave your pup at home without returning to find your sofa destroyed?
Perhaps you have a hectic household and don’t have loads of time for dog training, but want to do your best for your dog.

I can help...

Leave stress and frustration behind with simple, fun and transformational dog training to help you and your dog build a stronger bond.

Head and shoulders of Niki French

Hi, I’m Niki French

I’m an award-winning dog trainer, author of Amazon best seller STOP! Walking Your Dog, and advocate for dogs and people who are finding life hard.

Small changes to your dog training can make all the difference.

You might be here because you’re not able to do the things with your dog that other people take for granted…

…things like going for a walk, visiting the vets or groomers, riding in a car… and let’s not even mention going on holiday.

My clients are often very stressed and tired. Their dog takes a lot of management. People around them rarely understand what their dog needs and think they’re pandering to the dog.

What your dog needs – love, patience and security.

I guide people with a holistic approach to their dog’s wellbeing. It’s not just training.

Through my 1-2-1 training, membership community and book, I’ve helped thousands of dog parents feel empowered, optimistic, and equipped to help their dogs thrive. Without spending every spare hour training their dog.

ACCREDITED. AWARDED. TRUSTED.

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Stop walking your dog (SWYD) books

STOP! Walking Your Dog

Struggling to walk your dog or puppy? Feeling stressed and overwhelmed? Walks are a human invention! Learn practical, fun and easy ways to train your dog to live calmer, happier lives with my best-selling book STOP! Walking Your Dog.

Your journey, your way...

Whether you need 1-2-1 training, ongoing support in my membership, or practical advice from my book
– I’m here to help you feel more confident and connected, every step of the way.

Not sure what you need? Get in touch and let’s chat.

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1-2-1 Dog Training

Personalised training to get you started – fast.

If your dog’s behaviour feels overwhelming, 1-2-1 training (in-person or online) gives you targeted support and a calm, realistic plan.
It’s the ideal way to kickstart progress and build lasting results.

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Pup Talk The Pack Membership

Lasting change happens here – expert support, real-life solutions, and a community that gets it.

This flexible, practical and affordable membership helps people with anxious, reactive or over-excitable dogs feel supported and make lasting progress – without doing it all alone.

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Get my book

The book that changes everything you thought you had to do with your dog.

If walks feel stressful, you're not alone. Discover kind, proven alternatives to help your dog thrive – even when walks aren't the right option.

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“I first discovered Niki through her brilliant book STOP! Walking Your Dog, which was a lifeline for owners of anxious and overwhelmed dogs like mine. Since then, Niki has become our go-to trainer in the Yellow Space Zones.
She is such a kind, caring person, and I’ve learnt so much from her - from confidence-building games to practical knowledge that makes a real difference for dogs who struggle. I’m so grateful for her support and expertise.

Sarah Jones, My Anxious Dog

Explore, shop, and learn...

Discover my helpful blogs, tried-and-tested products, and resources to support you and your dog. Whether you're looking to get inspired, get equipped or get going – there's something here for every pup parent.

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The Dog Blog

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The Pup Talk Shop

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Free & Useful Stuff

“I’ve learned how to truly live with my dog, without “the walk” being the main event of the day. Now, we have so many ways to stay active and grow together. Even challenges like reactivity are gently and effectively addressed. It’s been a real game changer.”

Carole & Oscar, Luxembourg

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Susan KellyMarkusson profile pictureSusan KellyMarkusson
18:00 28 Feb 25
Highly recommend Niki French Twickenham dog services and pup talk. We have a young and very nervous Lurcher cross pup called Freya.
Freya is terrified of alot things such as wind, bins , cars , other dogs and people. We are getting great help from Niki and seeing improvements. Freya is much happier on walks now and we gave games and training to play at home . Niki is a great active listener, gives step by step advice, easy games and videos to help.
William Henderson profile pictureWilliam Henderson
15:20 13 Jan 25
We’re so thrilled with how impactful and effective the puppy training with Niki has been. Both me (and the rest of the family) and our dog are benefitting so much from Niki’s guidance and tips, wide rage of fun training games and general reassurance as first time dog owners. Looking forward to more sessions.
Monica Franklin profile pictureMonica Franklin
21:04 07 Jan 25
Nikki is an excellent trainer. She helped my labradoodle puppy become very calm and good indoors. Before she came he knocked over bins and chewed up everything. By the time our four sessions were over he was a different and calmer dog. Nikki has a very nice approach and my dog loved working with her. Highly recommended.
SV Aesthetics profile pictureSV Aesthetics
11:16 24 Oct 24
We completed 4 training sessions with Niki for our working cocker spaniel (Gus). Niki is incredibly knowledgeable and had so many great training tips and ideas for us. We have seen a huge change in obedience and loose lead walking. Gus only knew how to walk on the lead by pulling and now with Niki’s help he is loose lead walking. We are definitely keen to do more sessions to keep up the training with Gus! Highly recommend
E K is empty u profile pictureE K is empty u
13:45 19 Sep 24
We had a juvenile dog who was always switched 'on' and would never settle. Niki is personable, accessible & supportive and PupTalk's library of short videos are easy to fit in to a busy day. Our pup is much more fun to live with now, but the training is fun too, so we keep going!
Benjamin Crouch profile pictureBenjamin Crouch
14:56 06 Aug 24
We've taken our rescue puppy Cassie to multiple trainers and hands down Niki French gave us the best results. Cassie can be difficult- not always friendly towards strangers- but Niki gives us lots us useful advice and helpful confidence building games- and just as important was great at listening to us. And she was great with Cassie in person.
Nina profile pictureNina
06:56 30 May 24
Niki helped me and my over exuberant, adolescent Border Terrier with her positive, game based approach. Her calm, empathetic demeanor enabled me to observe my pups behaviour AND that of myself more closely and apply different, game based techniques. I would highly recommend Niki without reservations to anybody that needs some extra help and support, as well as anyone that wants to learn about concept based training.