Help and Advice

Help and advice on dog training, behaviour, care and our Dog School from our experts. Using research to find the best way to understand dogs and train them.

How can we help you?

Help and advice on dog training, behaviour, care and our Dog School from our experts. Using research to find the best way to understand dogs and train them.

A lifetime of care with a Canine Care Card

Our free Canine Care Card means if you pass away or become seriously ill and you’re no longer able to look after your dog, you’ll never have to worry about what’s next for them – because they’ll be safe with Dogs Trust.

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Christmas Advice

Turn your inbox into Santa’s workshop by signing up to our free Christmas newsletter. It’ll be jam-packed with our top festive tips, as well as our Christmas gift guide for dogs and the humans who love them. Sign up today and start getting ready for the best Christmas ever .

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Our outreach projects

Hope Project

Our Hope Project provides help with the cost of veterinary treatment for any dog whose owner is homeless
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Freedom Project

Our Freedom Project is a dog fostering service for people who are fleeing domestic abuse. Find out more and to see how you can help.
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Behaviour

Understanding and appreciating the behaviour of dogs underlies everything we do at Dogs Trust. As every dog lover knows, each dog is a unique individual, with their own quirks, delights and challenges!

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Dog care

Information on buying a dog, keeping your dog healthy and happy and other very helpful advice for your dog care needs.

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Dog training

We want to help dog owners to form a life-long bond with their dogs, have a good understanding of the behaviour of their dog and avoid the common pitfalls that can lead to problem behaviours.

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Dog School

Dogs Trust Dog School’s experienced trainers aim to provide high quality, welfare friendly advice on dog training and behaviour during our fun, educational classes.

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Our research

Research is an important part of Dogs Trust's work - it helps us ensure that our policies and practices are based in evidence, and we are doing the best we can for the dogs in our care.