Dog Training in Devon
Real-World Behaviour Modification & Obedience Training That Works
Take the Lead Training provides expert dog training across Devon. Led by Jamie Penrith — a nationally recognised specialist in predatory behaviour, recall training, and off-lead control — we deliver 1-to-1 training for dogs of every breed and background. Whether you’re dealing with livestock chasing, lead pulling, or unreliable recall, we offer clear, honest, and effective help.
Behaviour Problems We Help Solve
We don’t offer gimmicks or quick fixes — we work directly with you to resolve real behaviour issues using experience, clarity, and welfare-focused methods. Common problems we address in Devon include:
- Chasing sheep, deer, livestock, or cars
- Poor or unreliable recall
- Livestock worrying or killing
- Obedience issues and over-excitement
- Lead pulling or lack of control
- Responsible use of e-collars (ethically and professionally)
Livestock Worrying & Predatory Behaviour in Devon
Devon’s mix of moorland, farmland, coastal paths, and open country means encounters with livestock and wildlife are common — and serious. Dogs that chase or attack sheep face significant legal and welfare consequences. We provide expert training and intervention for dogs with strong prey drive or a history of chasing.
Whether your dog has:
- Already chased or harmed sheep or deer
- Shown obsessive behaviour around movement or scent
- Come from a rescue or working background
- Struggled to focus off-lead in high-distraction areas
We can help you build control and safety — not by suppressing drive, but by giving it structure and clarity.
Recall Training & Off-Lead Control
Recall isn’t about treats and hope — it’s about trust, control, and proofing in real-world environments. If your dog runs off in fields, ignores you around distractions, or can’t be trusted off-lead, our structured recall training is designed to change that — fast.
We also offer professional, ethical e-collar training, which can be the difference between freedom and long-term restriction for some dogs. All training is delivered 1-to-1, with full guidance and support for you as the owner.
Why Work With Take the Lead Training in Devon?
- 25+ years of real-world experience — including 10 as a police dog handler
- Specialist in predatory behaviour, off-lead control, and e-collar training
- Based in Tavistock and working throughout Devon
- Ethical, proportionate, and effective approach
- Trusted by legal, political, and animal welfare organisations across the UK
- Results-focused, welfare-driven, and efficient
Book Your Dog Training in Devon
Whether you’re dealing with livestock chasing, obedience issues, or want to give your puppy the best start — we’re here to help. Take control of your dog’s behaviour with real training, not tricks.
Local to Plymouth and the South West
We provide training across Devon, including Exeter, Torquay, Newton Abbot, Barnstaple, Exmouth, Okehampton, Tiverton, Totnes, Kingsbridge, and the South Hams. From moorland to coastlines and farmland to busy towns, we tailor training to the real-world challenges you face across the county.