About Us
Turner & Pooch have years experience working with dogs (and other animals) and we take the greatest of care when we are given the responsibility of looking after your pets. We know they aren’t just a pet; they are part of your family.
The walks lasts for the whole hour and this does not include the drop off or pick up time, so rest assured your dog will be looked after whilst out with us. For new customers we keep dogs on leads until both the owner and handler are comfortable to let them off (we need your written permission for this).
Our walks take place in a natural open area or in our own private fields. On the walk your dog will be given tasty treats, a rub down, lots of love and cuddles! We will send pictures on how your dog is getting on with other dogs in the pack. You will see your dog more content when you come home from work!
Turner & Pooch Team
I’ve owned dogs, cats and small furries all my life but that isn’t enough to qualify you as a pet carer.
I proudly hold: City & Guilds level 2 & 3 Dog Grooming Certificates with Distinction, Canine First Aid. I am a certified instructor with Scentwork UK and UK Sniffer Dogs. I compete with Scentwork Uk with my Miniature Dachshund Theo and we are currently on level 7/8 and have Bronze level with UK Sniffer Dogs
I’m a qualified microchip implanter and regularly do cats, dogs and small furries. I have also completed the Compass courses for Professional Dog Walkers and Professional Pet Sitters as well as a Lantra approved course for Pet Sitting and Dog Walking. I hold Writtle college’s level 2 & 3 in Canine care, training and management where I taught my 9 year old Basset Hound some new tricks in order to pass the practical assessment. I’ve also completed a course for Canine Massage but this is for home use only.
I’ve completed Trevor Coopers Dog Law seminar twice as it’s important to be up to date with all the changes. I’ve spent time with Shaun Ellis AKA “The Wolf Man” from National Geographic and completed one of his courses. I am a member of Conquest K9 Dog Display team where you can see several of my dogs in action jumping through fire. We are usually in the main arena for all the “All about Dogs” and “Dog Fest” shows. I’m also a member of NARPS UK and PIF and am police checked and insured.
I have been running dog training classes since 1985 and although have a good understanding and experience in most types of training such as Puppy Classes, agility and obedience; I specialize in helping people re-train and socialize aggressive and anti-social dogs.
I have worked with many of the leading dog trainers over the years and have always tried to pick up new skills and techniques from the best trainers I can find, for example; Phil Haig, SARDA Mountain Rescue Dogs in Cumbria, Captain Corbin, RAVC Melton Mowbray, Gwen Bailey, Victoria Stillwell and Kath Hardman to name but a few. Picking up tips from people like these is invaluable.
I was the team manager with, a once, very successful, display team, while I was training the handlers and dogs in the team we appeared in many television programs such as the Generation Game, Blue Peter, Pets Win Prizes and Crufts. The team appeared in the main arena at Crufts four times and the special events arena for several years, I have now set up my own display team (Conquest K9) and have appeared shows and events around the country.
Just over six years ago I thought it was time to set up my own training centre. I set up the Dog Training Centre of Excellence at Barehams Kennels with Tracey Occleshaw. This has gone from strength to strength and we now have training sessions five days a week varying from anti-social training classes to Puppy and Agility classes.
Ford Motor Company have asked me to supply training to Ford employees under their EDAP scheme. I train Dog wardens in techniques in handling dogs and dog law. I’ve run Puppy Seminar for the PDSA. I help instructors from other training centre / clubs if they are having issues they don’t know how to fix. I am sent difficult dogs from other training centre’s and have many veterinary referrals.
I’ve been working with Nikki and Turner & Pooch since it began. I really enjoy the walking and socializing of the dogs. We genuinely do treat them as if they were one of our own.
I’m really pleased to join this great team I’ve been working professionally with dogs for over 20 years and in my precious spare time spend it with my own dogs 3 GSD’s and a Lab.
Iit’s been great fun getting to know all the clients dogs and have had a fantastic time walking and playing with them all !
Hi I’m Julie, I’m a big animal lover, I only have a dog and tortoise at home now,I’ve previously had cats,rabbits, Guinea pigs and chickens, my favourite pet being a cat I love their no nonsense attitude.
I’m studying animal management level 3 and I finish college this year. I first started doing my work experience with Turner and Pooch then they offered me a weekend job looking after the small animals. I’ve been working with Turner and Pooch for over a year now and I’m loving it.
I have a dog, and her name is Lacey, she’s a staffie and she’s a nutty dog so she fits in with the family pretty well.
I have just began my journey with Turner & Pooch. I previously worked as a dog walker in Brighton and have recently moved back to the area. I had experience with a variety of breeds in my previous hob which I hope will stand me in good stead. I have attended courses in canine care, behaviour, welfare, enrichment and scent work through Dogs Trust and have my canine First Aid certificate.
I am so happy to be a part of such a great team here at Turner & Pooch and look forward to meeting all of you and your perfect pups soon!
Call Nikki on 07889 646586 for a chat. Or e-mail nikki@turnernpooch.co.uk
We create a safe, healthy and happy environment for dogs of all kinds. . Just ask if there is a dog service you would like to have that is not listed. We will try to accommodate almost anything to please you and your dog
