Otis

Linnea and Gregor are just amazing at what they do. I first started 1:1 sessions with Linnea when Otis became dog reactive at around a year old. We made loads of progress quickly, and also joined the Sunday group classes and GRC, which were the perfect way for him to get used to being around other dogs in a calm, controlled (and fun!) environment.

I then decided to do a residential stay to help get over the final hurdles, and it was genuinely game-changing. Otis is a sensitive boy and the time he spent with Gregor really built his confidence. We were also taught how to play properly together, which has been brilliant for my relationship with him. He even went for his first swim after coming home, having previously been scared of going into the water!

He is now a different dog. Walks are no longer anxiety-inducing — no more hiding behind trees or going out ridiculously early just to avoid other dogs! He is so much better around them, and I’m now confident having him off lead because I trust his recall and know how to respond when other off-lead dogs get into his space.

I’ve kept up the Sunday classes and GRC and have loved meeting so many like-minded people through them too. Linnea and Gregor have always been incredibly supportive and responsive whenever anything has cropped up, and are still happy to answer my many questions.

So grateful to have found Walk & Train and for everything they’ve done for both Otis and me.

• Louise