Barkleys Dog Training Academy Reviews
132 Reviews
Zoie Gordon, October 2024
We’ve been using Barkleys for around 3 years now with our dog Lilly, the team are so friendly and knowledgable and helpful with any issues we have.
Thank you guys! X
Lynne Ellis, October 2024
We are attending the bronze scent course and are both loving it, The trainers are very clear and supportive in the training. We look forward to our scent adventures and more.
Kirstie Godson, September 2024
I have just started the bronze sniff and scent course with Barkleys Dog training academy and I have been so happy with the interaction of the trainers, their communication. With us as handlers and with our dogs. The ability to make me feel at ease and not to worry about my rather vocal GSD. My puppa absolutely loves his sessions and we both enjoy our homework together. I so look forward to our saturday mornings now and absolutely want to continue this journey together.
Mark Dean, September 2024
The dog loves it, good value and you can properly tell people love the animals.
Louise McKelvey, September 2024
Love Barkleys they are amazing!
Sacha Richards, September 2024
Barkleys is the highlight of Rocco’s week!
Chris Flavell, August 2024
We’ve been using them since Hattie was allowed out into the world. Puppy socialisation classes, regular day care into agility and all the way through bronze silver and gold scent training. She loves the staff and being there, always happy to go and never wants to leave she has always been well cared for and the facilities are great to allow her to express herself in a controlled environment
All credit to the staff they do a fab job
Su Sharp, August 2024
With our pooch, we have completed the bronze, silver & gold scent courses with Gee (Barkley & co) and all had a great time. Willow loves these courses and gets super excited as we get closer to the venue.
We have also attended agility courses at Barkley & Co.
Both have been heaps of fun for Willow and massively helped with her focus. Highly recommended.
Hayley Thistleton, August 2024
Highly skilled and engaging instructors who really want to get the best from you and your dog. What’s been great is that over the numerous courses we’ve taken with Barkleys - including puppy training, agility and scent detection, the obedience and discipline our dog has developed in the process has been transferable and utilised in our every day lives.
Donna Marriott, August 2024
Friendly and welcoming for all fur-babies and owners.
Excellent advice and guidance based on positive reinforcement. My rather timid dog has grown and grown in confidence and loves his Agility sessions.
Rina Krasilova, August 2024
Professionals in what they do
Tiffany Lau, August 2024
Great service and friendly team. My Dex loves coming here!
We have great fun at the agility and will be coming back time after time
Jason Firth, August 2024
They're just great at what they do.
Sam Stephenson, August 2024
Had 1-2-1 and done courses and they are fantastic, friendly and extremely helpful. Highly recommend them.
Michelle Evers, August 2024
Barkleys Dog training academy is brilliant. We completed the puppy training course, Abbie was supportive, encouraging patient and extremely puppy centred. The classes were relaxed yet informative and we learnt so much which has been priceless for our puppy journey. We were welcomed to do this as a family inclusive of our little boy. The service and support was second to none and I would recommend them for anyone . They are personable and just really
Focused on the welfare of the dogs. I can’t wait to do another course or workshop with them soon. 🙂
Ben Johnston, August 2024
One of the best and most friendly dog training academies with amazing and caring staff
Helen Robinson, August 2024
We do agility training with barkleys and our dog has previously attended the daycare facility. They are fabulous and the staff are so friendly and helpful
Helen Ramshaw, August 2024
They are exceptionall with day care to training to agility to scent detection
Mel Lofthouse, August 2024
Really good training academy, lovely staff and overall just a great experience
Izzy Andrassy, August 2024
We’ve absolutely loved the UK Sniffer dog courses with Barkleys and learnt loads from Gee! Our dog is quite anxious around new people but his confidence has increased so much thanks to Gee and team
Kris Hudson, August 2024
Both my dogs have been to training courses and workshops with Barkleys Dog Training.
Everything we’ve taken part in have been fantastic and super informative.
Highly recommended.
Derren Kay, August 2024
Quality team members
Harry Brearey, August 2024
Great service with a very good set of staff
Abby Tate, August 2024
All the training staff are amazing. The agility course is really fun for your dogs and for us owners. The scent course and agility is good to tire your dogs out. The puppy classes are amazing for training your pups.
Natalie Nugent, August 2024
Absolutely loved taking part in their scent course, and hopeful to try out their other amazing courses. They were also super great at helping give advice with my reactive dog and general training tips.
Georgia Gotts, August 2024
Barkleys was absolutely brilliant with my pooch Bella whilst doing the scent course, it really helps and it’s something we can use after the course also!
Hailey Monkman, August 2024
I’ve been on 6 courses with my two huskies (agility & scent detection) They are so much fun and it’s amazing how much the dogs (and owners) learn. Our trainers were great and so helpful. They don’t make you feel pressured at all. I can’t wait for our next course.
Lucie Kralova, August 2024
They are real dog lovers, we enjoy doing Agility with our dogs
charlotte welch, August 2024
amazing classes, took my pup to the puppy training sessions when she was younger and learned so much. Abbie is an amazing trainer and makes sure everyone is comfortable with what they’re doing and gives you tips/advice to help you individually along the way. couldn’t have asked for anything better!
Jean Lister, August 2024
The entire team .have an amazing ,can do attitude ,help and encourage both pets and pawrents
, with enthusiasm and Professionalism ,every session fun and helpful Thoroughly entendres our course ,would recommend
Sophia Krywycz, August 2024
Absolutely phenomenal training academy that have highly qualified teachers. My dog loved going to agility there and they offer a variety of different classes!!
Debbie Nugent, August 2024
Such good support offered with a variety of courses
Georgina Mathery, August 2024
Both of my dogs went here for puppy classes and they were excellent - friendly, supportive and so positive with the pups! Great Team!
C Julie Black, August 2024
Great team who love all their dogs x
Paige Griffiths, August 2024
such a fantastic dog training academy & the staff are lovely & so are the dogs.
Emily Guy, August 2024
Kind, friendly and engaging trainers working hard to help a range of dogs with different needs, not only going out or there way to help the dogs but supporting owners also in their dog training journey, holding no judgement on owners or there dogs and doing what it takes to help different families. Classes are amazing and educational with loads of benefits for both dog and owner, so warm and welcoming and with results seen so quickly in the space of an hours class.
Sophie-Ann Goodhind, August 2024
They are fantastic at what they do, they provide incredible training and really take time to get to know your dogs as well as providing all the tips and tricks!
Jeanette Hunter, August 2024
I have a very shy puppy who needs to gain confidence, socialisation and bringing out of her shell. I've had a 1 to 1 home visit and attended a class they recommended, with their guidance and our homework I can see the change in my pup already. The trainer we've been seeing is an absolute delight who also raises my own confidence which I'm sure rubs off onto my pup. Overall I'm really happy and more importantly so is my puppy.
Clare Waite, August 2024
I have taken both my dogs to Barkleys for puppy training and my older dog for agility training. The staff have always been welcoming and reassuring to the owners and very knowledgeable about what they are teaching . Both my dogs are happy to go back there and I will use them again when needed.
Stephen Nugent, August 2024
Super well informed staff who are always happy to answer any questions
Stella Smith, August 2024
Brilliant staff and great courses. Loved every minute of the puppy class and bronze scent detection. Can't wait to do more!
Lauren Patterson, August 2024
They have been really amazing in helping with our puppy training and the puppy socialisation was really good
Jess Hubbard, August 2024
Had an amazing time training our Puppy. Abbie was amazing!! So knowledgeable and there to help whenever! Wouldn’t recommend anywhere else
Lindsey Mcalundy, August 2024
Exceptional. They go over and above!
Demi Zablocki, August 2024
All the staff are really friendly and very good at what they do! They also offer a really good selection of services
Lucie Hardy, August 2024
Great training for my new puppy would highly recommend
Amy Whitehead, August 2024
Excellent course, easily to follow and good facility
Alex Waite, August 2024
Have just finished the 4 week puppy behaviour training. Abbie was very welcoming, enthusiastic and knowledgeable giving clear instructions, and would come around and check up with each dog giving extra advice if necessary. She followed up each week in between classes, reminding us of that week’s training and what to work on before the next session. Abbie was available through the WhatsApp group if we had any questions outside of lessons too. Enjoyable for the adults and the dogs. We have also taken part in puppy training and an agility course with Abbie with our other dog, and would highly recommend both Abbie and Barkleys 🐶
Andy Mathery, August 2024
The Scent Detection Workshop is fantastic. My dog loves it and it has given us loads of opportunities to interact with each other. Highly recommended.
Lucie Kralova, November 2022
We started Agility with our dog, Walter, last year when he was only a few months old. His progress is unbelievable and it's thanks to Gee and Beth who are absolute stars. They always have good advice, are very professional and make the training fun not just for our dogs but for us humans as well.
Annette Thomas, November 2022
They go the extra mile with the 1 2 1 training. Very supportive with lots of advice
Frances Ball, November 2022
Everyone at Barkleys are so friendly and welcoming. My dog Binky loves to go and spend the day there, playing with her pals. Also the dog agility training is fantastic, the training staff are so good and very encourageing and professional
Rebecca Cusworth, November 2022
An exceptional place for your fur babies!!!!
Kayleigh Brook, November 2022
Friendy service- highly recommend
Holly Asquith, October 2022
I have always found Barkley’s training classes to be very organised, engaging and insightful. The trainers are incredibly knowledgable and even though it has been a group setting, they have always made the time to speak to and review everyone’s progress independently which made me feel very valued and supported when working with my dog. As a whole the Barkely’s team have made such a valuable impression on the wellbeing of both my dog and me- thank you 😊
Lydia Hardy, October 2022
We started Barkleys with our nervous German Shepherd puppy and she has absolutely loved it. Beth has been amazing and is so knowledgeable & always has the time to help you, even outside of the training room. Our puppy has come such a long way in 4 weeks and we wouldn’t have been able to do it without Barkleys Dog Training Academy. Thank you once again!
Anita Harper, October 2022
Barkleys really do need to have my vote as they are a team of very professional, patient,
and caring people who provide a fun and exciting opportunity for our little fluff ball.
We have been using Barkleys services from recall to doggy daycare for well over 2 years and, really can’t find fault. Our fluff ball gets excited in the car once he realises we are heading for Barkleys! Keep up the great work you all do 🐶🐶
Karen Harper, October 2022
We have had one to one training with one of the trainers from Barkley’s with our German Shepherd. Very friendly and knowledgeable team
Sykes April, October 2022
We took our spaniel Chester earlier this year for training. The staff there are brilliant and give you lots of guidance. Chester did really well. My sons dog also goes to daycare and she’ loves it. Highly recommend.
Natalie Hardwick, October 2022
Friendly and highly qualified staff who genuinely love what they do. Our pooches are in great hands when with the team.
Bethany Moffatt, October 2022
Done amazing with my pup Layla’s recall :)
Philip Pickard, October 2022
They are fantastic at tailoring training for each dog and if needed provide customised ongoing support
Kerry Jackson, October 2022
All the staff are very friendly, knowledgeable and care about what they are doing.
Natasha Randall, October 2022
Amazing trainers for our puppy training classes.
Abby Tate, October 2022
They are amazing dog trainers
Vanessa Love, October 2022
As a loving owner of my puppy Mace, we BOTH absolutely love Barkleys- the various different training courses and interactive classes are amazing. Barkleys really do tailor to any needs of each pooch. Myself and Mace want to say a massive shout out to Beth who is undoubtedly an amazing professional caring trainer. We highly recommend Barkleys to all pooches and owners out there. Barkleys you get our nomination all day every day 🐶🐾❤️
Clare Waite, October 2022
Lovely trainers for our puppy training class. Very calm and friendly. Really enjoying the classes.
Beth Morrison, October 2022
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Abi Morrison, October 2022
They have some amazing staff
Jennifer Stevens, October 2022
Everyone at Barkleys has been so helpful and patient in helping train me to train my pup!
Nathan Berry, October 2022
Great training and day care h
Derren Kay, October 2022
Quality
Belinda Collier, October 2022
Georgina has gone above and beyond to help me with my older dogs behaviour. She is knowledgeable, patient, reassuring and responsive answering and questions I have had.
Helen Robinson, October 2022
My rescue dog has been coming to day care and has really improved in his confidence. The staff are lovely and friendly. My dog also does agility training there and he has come on so much with his recall. He's such a happy confident dog who can have off lead walks and it's down to them.
Lydia Lancaster, October 2022
Our sausage Ronnie absolutely loves going to daycare at Barkley and Co
Yvonne Waring, October 2022
Would not hesitate to recommend Barkley’s dog training. They helped enormously with my lively Cocker Spaniel! They are not judgemental and their courses are delivered in a positive and encouraging way.
Charlotte McGinn, October 2022
Barkley were amazing with my puppy during our training classes, they were so patient and knowledgeable and were always happy to talk through any problems we had.
Rebecca Everett, October 2022
Barkleys has helped me with Lily (my exceptionally smart, stubborn and energetic Doxie) throughout months and have constantly offered support and advice well after our sessions had ended. Lily absolutely loves the team, and always enjoys herself whenever we visit, be it for the occasional puppy playgroup or a session of learning. All of the staff members are so knowledgeable and welcoming and I couldn't recommend them enough.
Donna Howard, October 2022
We attended puppy classes, the attention given to each of us was excellent. They adapting training as needed and offered helpful individual advice. It felt as thought the trainers genuinely love dogs and that everything I could ask for .
Emma Crossley, October 2022
We took our girl, Sundae, to Barkleys for puppy training classes & they were fantastic! We have seen such an improvement in Sundae & we will definitely be back for future training & the doggy daycare 🐾
Sarah Morris, October 2022
Great friendly enviroment and the trainers are always available should you need any help.
Jennifer Lake, October 2022
My puppy learned so much from their puppy classes and I learned so much too. The staff were great at explaining what to do, and the dogs had an amazing time!
Alison Ramsey, October 2022
Amazing staff - all dogs are treated like their own and they work with you to sort any issues out . They offer a variety of classes at a variety of times - highly recommended
Penny Clifton, October 2022
My dog, Buddy, and I have been going to agility classes for 7 months, with Beth, our trainer, and Abbie helping. We both love it. We get expert training with lots of advice and encouragement. The progress Buddy has made is amazing . I would definitely recommend Barkleys if you are considering any form of dog training.
Louise Bragan, October 2022
Great friendly staff.
Attended puppy school and puppy classes in 2022 and all the staff we met were fab with the dogs and owners alike.
paul mcguire, October 2022
Did loose lead course with georgina and my 6 month old sprocker Robyn and really enjoyed it Georgina was lovely with me and Robyn .
Jade Cooper, October 2022
Amazing puppy classes and it’s been really good for socialising our covid puppy at the playgroup they run on a Saturday morning. All the trainers are so knowledgeable and go above and beyond to ensure you and your dog get the best advice possible
Laura Megson, October 2022
Georgina our trainer was really friendly and made the training real fun for all the pups who attended the session.
She explained clearly how to get the best out of our pups and how best to keep their attention.
The training started on time every time and the training arena was clean and spacious. They also provided some props like the mat, extra long training lead and toys.
Welcome packs and photo certificates were a real nice touch along with Abbie who support Georgina throughout the session.
It was clear that Georgina and Abbie have a passion for what they do and welcome every dog that walks through their dogs.
Just an overall great place to go to learn and play.
Andy Mathery, October 2022
Outstanding care of animals and creative ways of engaging with them.
Donna Skeldon, October 2022
My dogs absolutely love the staff here and are so eager to go and have fun when I take them. Going here, with the support of the staff, has built so much confidence in one of them that you wouldn't think she was the same dog. Huge thanks from me.
Keely Micklethwaite, October 2022
The staff are amazing, very helpful and professional. We attended the puppy playschool for our rescue dog Spencer who was a bit nervous and it did him the world of good. He gained a lot of confidence and a lot of doggy friends. Thankyou Barkleys
Brooke Ennis, October 2022
The staff are really friendly and supportive and always come up with different salutations to your troubles
Hayley Thistleton, October 2022
The knowledge, patience and professionalism shown by the team at Barkleys Dog Training Academy is wonderful, and my dog Marcy has thoroughly enjoyed all the classes she’s participated in - from puppy behaviour to agility to a 1-2-1 session to help with her loose lead walking.
Sophia Krywycz, October 2022
The best dog trainers around! Wouldn’t recommend any where else!
Abbie Mozer, October 2022
The only dog training academy I would recommend to friends and family
Sarah Crossland, October 2022
Helped us with our weimaraner Ella,can't thank them enough.
Toni Brown, October 2022
We have done agility classes for quite a period of time with Gee and Beth and we absolutely love it. The skills we have learnt help us with engagement and general day to day
Lukasz Zablocki, October 2022
Barkley's have been absolutely amazing for our anxious Border Collie Mirabelle from day one and their constant 1 to 1 support is helping us break down barriers every single day. Could not recommend more!
Demi Moxon, October 2022
The team are amazing, the work they do provides great results and they can never do enough for you.
Richard Coughtrey, September 2021
Barkley's trainers have been great to support us with the development of our pup, Cooper. We have attended Puppy behaviour classes, recall class and agility. Their training sessions are engaging and very focused on you & your dog working together.
Louise McKelvey, September 2021
Barkley&Co are wonderful with my dog Luna and her behaviour has improved dramatically since she has attended their services.
Jake Stocks, September 2021
Reggie loves his time at Barkleys! He is always worn out when he comes home. I would not take him anywhere else 🐾
Rye Ward, September 2021
Olive and Honey go to Barkleys and they absolutely love it! It was a great choice sending them here and I and the family definitely recommend them!
Craig Hirst, September 2021
They're absolutely fantastic and my dog loves it there!
Ashley Kavanagh, September 2021
A wide range of courses for our dogs to enjoy. Olive & Honey look forward to joining on some in the future!
Tim Bradshaw, September 2021
All the staff are trained to deliver excellent training. Hendrix is very responsive to the staff. We can't recommend them enough!
Aileen Armour, September 2021
Amazing training services
Kathryne Jones, September 2021
The training that's been done with Peggy has made a big difference. We've learnt a lot which has made our life alot easier as we now have a well behaved and happy dog!
Helen Graham, September 2021
Mika has had 1:1 training at Barkleys Training Academy. We had an experienced and talented trainer in Beth. She was kind and patient with us all, and we all learnt lots. We use the techniques daily and everyone always comments on how well behaved Mika is for a 9 month old shepsky puppy.
Kate Emmett, September 2021
Great training program, fun and friendly
Lewis Jones, September 2021
The training sessions for Peggy have been of great use and we’ve learnt lots of tips and tricks!
Scott Woffinden, September 2021
Brilliant choice of classes staff are very knowledgeable
Abbey Ward, September 2021
Barkley’s are super at sharing all their courses on the Facebook page for us pawrents to join in. They have a large variety of classes & are amazing at what they do!! We look forward to attending some courses in the future to learn some new tips & tricks. Olive & Honey 🐾
Sophie O’Brien, September 2021
Amazing day care and lovely staff! Cali loves it!
Gabby Harrison, September 2021
Amazing, friendly staff, dog loved it.
Matthew Field, September 2021
My dog Cali loves Barkley & Co! The staff are so friendly, she is well cared for and she comes home shattered after a fun day playing with all the dogs.
Georgia Sawyer, September 2021
Fabulous staff very patient and knowledgeable
Grace Pritchard, September 2021
Our dog Reggie loves daycare, he loves all the staff and all the other dogs. The staff are all so friendly and welcoming.
Nicolle Windle, September 2021
Really friendly and generally care for each dog. Beth was great with our Skye.
Always recommend to anyone that asks about training.
Samantha Haigh, September 2021
Fabulous classes to choose from. Knowledgeable staff.
Kathryne Law, September 2021
The staff at Barkleys are great and the training they do with my pup and all the other pups is outstanding! I'm always recommending them.
Alan Gazeley, September 2021
Doggy Daycare really looked after Buddy our Beagle. Will always use them when in a pickle for Dog sitting services.
Pleasant staff, always helpful
Tyler Boston, September 2021
Wow! What an amazing team they really are. Duke has the best time ever with all of his friends and always came home shattered :). They team are so caring towards the dogs and want to make there time at daycare the best it can possibly be. The activities they provide for the pups is amazing and the fact the owners join in is just magical. It is like my child has gone to nursery they just make it so amazing! From swimming in pools in the heat and an air conditioned room for the pups, to having a sleeping area for napping and also lots of things to do it’s just one amazing place!
Judy Atkinson, September 2021
As a shift worker who often has to do extra shift work at short notice Barkleys day care is a life saver . It is very reasonably priced and is good for my dog Murphy in supporting his social skills. The staff are all lovely and clearly very enjoyable for the dog’s
Wendy Smith, September 2021
Experienced, knowledgeble and patient, they've really helped Hendrix become the good boy he is.
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Ella Pinder, September 2021
We tried 3 different puppy training classes before finding barkleys, and theirs was by far the best. They really put effort into training you as an owner, and not just your dog, so it becomes a real partnership.
Rob Robertson, September 2021
Their dog training academy is outstanding. I've had all 3 of my dogs attend their classes and workshops and not only did they love it, but I did too. The classes are perfect for newbies and those mroe seasoned dog owners. 5 stars isn't enough. I've been to other facilities in Wakefield and Leeds who couldn't even fasten Beth's laces.
Bethany Morrison, September 2021
Beth the dog trainer is incredible, very approachable and knows what she's taking about!
Hayley Thistleton, September 2021
The staff here genuinely love dogs and make you feel so comfortable to be in the training environment. They are patient and thorough, and clearly have a great grasp of what it takes to get dogs of all ages and types to become well behaved, star pupils! Our dog Marcy has learnt so much with Barkleys Training Academy already and we can’t wait to start her on agility courses!
Ingrid Coughtrey, September 2021
Barkley’s training academy has been invaluable to us as first time dog owners. They were able to provide us with one-to-one support during lock down, which was brilliant for our pup. Since ‘graduating’ from puppy skool, we have attended various other events like recall training and our next course is basic agility. To be able to keep developing our skills as owners and build our bond with our dog has been amazing. The trainers at Barkley’s are very approachable before, during and after each course which has been reassuring and a real strength of this training academy. As they care about the training they deliver and want you & your dog to succeed. Communication is great, the information prior to any training is detailed and expectations/ goals clearly set out. They are always quick to reply to any queries or requests. The events are well run and Barkley’s staff create a welcome environment to make both dog & owners comfortable.
Natalie Gazeley, September 2021
Barkley's were excellent in helping us teach our dog some skills and tricks. As first time dog parents the friendly teaching and tips have been invaluable.
Bethany Morrison, August 2021
Fantastic trainers, we're so helpful during puppy classes!