🐾 Learn From Celebrity Dog Trainer And BBC Contributor Sharon Bolt
🌎 Trusted By Over 26,000 Students Across 175 Countries 🌎
Thank You! Your Three Tips To Help Your Aggressive Or Reactive Dog Are On Their Way 🐾
Your three tips are heading to your inbox now, almost as quickly as your dog can spot another dog on the horizon! Inside, you’ll find three simple dog-training methods to help you understand what may be driving your dog’s aggression or reactivity, recognise the early warning signals and respond before things escalate, so you can feel calmer and more confident when you’re out together.
If you’re looking for more than tips or would like to understand the training in greater depth, my complete Stop Dog Aggression & Reactivity programme is for you.
If you learn best by seeing how something is done, you can watch me demonstrate every stage of the training with real dogs in real situations, complete with distractions, excitement and all the wonderfully unpredictable things our four-legged friends do.
I’ll show you precisely what to do, how to do it and how to put the training into practice with your own dog.
Your three tips give you simple training methods you can start using straight away. The complete programme allows you to build on them with more in-depth guidance, step-by-step demonstrations and a clear training plan, so you know exactly what to do next and you and your dog are finally reading from the same training manual!
You can choose the aggression and reactivity course on its own or access it as part of one of my memberships.
If, like many dog owners, there is more than one behaviour you’d love help with, the Get A Happy Dog Who Listens membership could be the answer for you. After all, dogs rarely stick to just one item on their mischief list!
You’ll have a treasure trove of dog behaviour, training, health and wellbeing courses at your fingertips, along with fresh monthly content, members’ Q&A videos, the chance to have an online consultation with me and a private community where you can share your progress and celebrate those wonderful tail-wagging wins.
It means you’ll have trusted help to turn to whenever your dog adds another bright idea to their repertoire, including the ones you definitely didn’t teach them!
And if you would love to make dogs your day job as well as your favourite subject, there’s something very special for you too. The Turn Your Passion Into Paid Work membership includes everything above, together with my complete Become a Dog Trainer and Build a Thriving Dog Business courses, professional resources and a dedicated community to help you create a rewarding career working with dogs and their owners.
Have a look below to see how you can go from dreading the sight of another dog and worrying about what might happen next, to enjoying calmer walks with a dog who looks to you for guidance.
Stop Dog Aggression & Reactivity: Finally Walk Without Fear or Anxiety
Stop the lunging, prevent attacks before they start and enjoy calm, peaceful walks together at last.
I'll show you how your dog really thinks and communicates, so you can understand what's actually causing the aggression or reactivity and become the calm leader your dog looks to instead of reacting.
Press play, I think this will sound very familiar 👇
Can you relate to this?
You see another dog approaching and your heart starts pounding. Your dog sees them too, and then it starts, the pulling, the barking, the lunging and the snarling. You're desperately trying to hold on, apologising to everyone you pass and feeling every pair of eyes on you.
Maybe you've stopped going to certain places altogether. No dog parks, no visiting friends who have dogs and no walking at normal hours. You cross the street when you see another dog coming, you take different routes and you leave the house at dawn just to avoid other dogs.
And the worst part? You love your dog to bits, but you're terrified of what might happen. What if your dog seriously hurts another dog? What if someone reports you? What if your dog has to be put down?
Here's what I want you to know. You're not a bad dog owner and you haven't got a bad dog. You've simply never been shown what actually causes aggressive or reactive behaviour and how to stop it.
Your dog isn't mean and they're not trying to make your life difficult. They're communicating in the only way they know how. But once you understand what they're actually saying, recognise the warning signs and respond in a way that makes sense to them, everything changes. The lunging stops, your confidence grows and you can finally relax when another dog appears.
And getting there is easier than you might expect. There's no force, no shouting and no gadgets. Just calm leadership, clear communication and a kind, effective method that helps you calm situations before they get out of hand.
🐾 What You'll Learn in This Online Course 🐾
Simple, step-by-step videos showing you exactly what to do, so you can prevent attacks and enjoy calm, stress-free walks with your dog.
🐾 What's Inside The Online Course 🐾
The course guides you through everything step by step with video lessons featuring real dogs and real-life situations.
You'll discover how to read the signals dogs give long before they react, so you can spot the warning signs and step in early. You'll learn the three types of dog aggression and what's really driving your dog's behaviour, so their reactions finally make sense.
And you'll watch step-by-step video demonstrations that show you why calm lead walking is one of the essential foundations for overcoming aggression and reactivity, and exactly how to achieve it.
You'll also discover the important role you play, because dogs often pick up on how we're feeling, and I'll show you how to become the reassuring presence your dog needs. And if your dog has already attacked another dog, you'll learn how to move forward with confidence and put the past behind you both.
Imagine this...
It's a beautiful morning. You reach for the lead and instead of dread, you feel calm.
You head out for your walk. Another dog appears in the distance. Your dog notices, glances at you and keeps walking calmly by your side.
There's no lunging, no barking and no snarling. You pass the other dog peacefully, the owner smiles and you smile back.
For the first time in months, maybe years, you're not holding your breath. You're simply enjoying a walk with your dog, feeling proud of them, proud of yourself and already looking forward to your next one.
And that's exactly what I want for you and your dog. Because once you understand what's causing the aggression and how dogs really communicate, walks stop being something you dread and become one of the best parts of your day.
And here's the good news. Dogs live in the present moment, so when you give them the right information in a language they understand, their behaviour can change surprisingly quickly.
These methods work for puppies, adult dogs and rescues, whatever the breed or size, even if the aggression has been going on for years.
Here's a clip straight from the course, where I show you how to read the warning signals dogs give each other, so you can spot trouble before it starts.
🐾 Wags, Woofs & Words of Praise 🐾
Here's what dog owners just like you are saying...
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Leilani Moisa
"Fantastic Course! I have two JRT’s a female that is deaf from birth and her brother, so I can relate with all the issues. I am putting into practice what I have learned so far and it’s working like MAGIC! 2 JRT’s are a challenge but not impossible! On to my next course with Sharon. Thank you so, so much for all your help!"
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Heather Kahn
"Wonderful course. Has a lot of great information and explains exactly what you should do with your aggressive dog in just about any given situation to help them."
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Al Morrison
"This is the fourth course I have taken, and I am very happy with the results I have gotten not only from my own dog, but also my neighbors. Having taken four of Sharon’s courses it speaks for itself in recommending the course to others."
🐾 Choose The Option & Level Of Support That's Right For You 🐾
Whether you just want help with aggression or reactivity, support with other unwanted behaviours, or even dream of working with dogs for a living, there's an option to suit you.
Here's more about them...
This online course is perfect if aggression or reactivity is your only concern. But...
This single course in OPTION 1 will make a huge difference to your dog's aggression or reactivity, so many of my students have told me exactly that.
However, after twenty years of sitting in kitchens with lovely, exhausted dog owners, I know that dogs rarely have just one thing you'd like a bit of help with.
So before you decide, see if any of these sound like life in your house...
If it's just dog aggression or reactivity you need help with, then this single course in OPTION 1 has everything you need to help you with that.
But maybe it isn't only dog aggression or reactivity. Maybe there are other things too that leave you wondering whether you're doing something wrong. You're not. In fact, many of the owners I meet feel exactly the same, and I've yet to meet a bad dog.
You simply haven't been shown how dogs see the world, or how our own actions can influence the way they behave.
That's what The Good Dogs! Academy is all about.
Instead of buying one course for one problem, you get everything I teach in one place. So whatever your dog does, at any age, you'll always know exactly what to do, without ever feeling stuck or googling at midnight again.
Imagine never feeling stuck again. Whether your dog starts barking, pulling, jumping up, becomes reactive or develops a completely new behaviour six months from now, you'll already have the answer waiting for you inside the Academy.
If your goal is to have a happy, well-behaved dog, OPTION 2 is for you. And if you've ever dreamed of working with dogs or turning your passion into a successful business, OPTION 3 includes everything in OPTION 2, plus my complete dog trainer and business training.
So, let me tell you more about OPTION 2...
Imagine enjoying every part of life with your dog. Relaxed walks, peace when the doorbell rings, visitors you don't have to apologise to, and a dog who listens because they trust you and love being with you.
You'll get all of my behaviour courses, including lead pulling and recall, barking, aggression and puppy training, plus lessons on jumping up, separation anxiety and much more. That means no more second-guessing yourself or wondering what to try next.
🐾 Also Included in Your Membership 🐾
🐾 Fresh content every month, with extra training videos or seasonal advice to help you through everything from fireworks to summer heat. There's always something new to keep you one step ahead.
🐾 Methods that last a lifetime, so whatever your dog does, at any age, you'll know exactly what to do.
And as you complete your training inside The Good Dogs! Academy, you'll receive your own personalised Certificate of Completion, which is a lovely way to celebrate everything you and your dog have achieved together.
🐾 And There's Even More To Love 🐾
As if all of that wasn't enough, your membership also includes three special bonuses designed to give you even more support, guidance and confidence as you build a happy, healthy life with your dog.
Here's what's waiting for you...
Sometimes, all you need is the reassurance of knowing you're on the right track, from someone who's spent more than 20 years helping owners just like you.
As a member of The Good Dogs! Academy, you'll have two ways to receive my personal guidance, so you'll never feel like you're figuring everything out on your own.
🐾 Members' Questions
Some months, I'll answer a selection of members' questions on video, so not only could your own question be answered, but you'll also learn from the experiences of other dog owners and feel reassured you're doing the right thing.
🐾 The Chance of a Personal Online Consultation
Other months, one member receives a one-to-one online consultation with me about their own dog. The session is recorded and shared inside the Academy, so everyone can benefit from the guidance and apply the same principles to their own dogs.
As I no longer offer private home or online consultations, The Good Dogs! Academy is the only place this is now available.
Owning a dog can sometimes feel lonely, especially when things aren't going quite as you'd hoped. But inside The Good Dogs! Academy, you'll always have people who understand exactly what you're going through. You're not alone.
Our private members' community, hosted on my own site, is a warm, friendly and supportive place where you can celebrate your successes, ask questions, share your journey and encourage other dog owners doing exactly the same.
You'll also find our special 'Wins Wall', where members share photos and videos of those wonderful moments that make all the hard work worthwhile, whether it's the first loose lead walk, a reliable recall or a peaceful afternoon without barking.
Because every success deserves celebrating, and it's so much more enjoyable when you've got a whole community cheering you on.
More and more owners are exploring raw feeding and natural approaches, looking for simple ways to support their dogs' health and wellbeing.
Would you love to feed and care for your dog more naturally, but have no idea where to start and feel completely overwhelmed by all the conflicting advice online?
Inside The Good Dogs! Academy, you'll receive two complete online courses: one on raw and natural feeding, and another on natural remedies for dogs.
I'll take you step by step through everything I've learned from feeding my own dogs raw and caring for them naturally for over twenty years, so you'll know exactly what to do with confidence.
You'll watch over my shoulder as I explain the different feeding methods, show you the natural remedies I use myself, and help you make informed decisions without the confusion, guesswork or overwhelm.
You'll discover natural, gentle ways to help your dog:
🐾 Enjoy calm, settled tummies and better digestion.
🐾 Soothe itchy skin and have a glossy, healthy coat.
🐾 Support supple joints and easy, comfortable movement.
🐾 Reach a healthy weight and stay there.
🐾 Feel brighter, calmer and full of natural energy.
I always encourage you to work alongside your own vet too. Natural care and good veterinary advice belong together, not in competition.
"I really enjoyed this course because it definitely made this raw feeding process easier to understand. Previously I was at the mercy of internet websites to explain this and was completely lost by all of the somewhat contradictory info. I also appreciate all the info on where to go to find reputable info online. Thank you Sharon!"
Debra Callaway
"I've never felt good about giving my dog antibiotics and other medication but didn’t know what else to do. This has all changed for me as I now feel confident and knowledgeable to naturally treat my dog’s ailments and I have put my dog Jasper on a preventative course to support his joints as he’s getting older. I highly recommend this course."
Michael McDonald
🐾 Would You Love To Turn Your Passion For Dogs Into Something More? 🐾
🐾 Maybe you've dreamed of becoming a dog trainer for years and would love to spend your days working with dogs.
🐾 Maybe you already work with dogs and want to add training to what you offer, so you can earn more from the clients you've already got.
🐾 Maybe you're looking for a flexible side hustle that fits around your life and brings in extra income doing something you love.
Whichever one sounds most like you, the worries are usually the same. Can I make money at this? Do I need a degree or expensive certifications? What if I'm not good enough?
In most countries you don't need a degree, a big budget, or years of experience to begin. Over 15,000 students have taken my two business courses, ordinary dog lovers who started exactly where you are now and used them to help build their dream.
"I'm dyslexic and this course is bloody brilliant." - Listen to what Lizzie Hudson says below:
🐶 And More Feedback...
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Aiden Morrison
“This course gives you all you need to know to become a successful dog trainer. I am retired and now train dogs in my community and customers come to me by word of mouth. Thanks to this course I’m making a lot of extra cash in my retirement.”
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Heather Herrera
"Sharon is an excellent teacher! Everything was very well explained and made simple. I learned so much and can't wait to get my business launched using her methods."
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Paul Smith
“I’m an experienced dog walker and pet sitter and am looking to add dog training to my bow. This has helped me to look at things from a different angle and I am currently using it with the dogs I walk and am getting great results. Thank you.”
In OPTION 3 you'll get absolutely everything in the Get A Happy Dog Who Listens Membership - every course, every bonus and all of my ongoing support. Plus you'll get my two online business courses, Become a Dog Trainer: Turn Your Passion Into Paid Work and How to Build a Thriving Dog Business.
Whether you're starting from scratch, adding to what you already do, or building a little something on the side, I'll guide you every step of the way.
But that's not all...
You'll also get two exclusive Pro bonuses, designed to help you turn your love of dogs into a rewarding career, side hustle or extra income doing something you love.
When you complete your business training, you'll receive your own personalised Good Dogs! Certificate of Completion, recognising the skills, knowledge and commitment you've invested in building your future.
While it isn't an endorsement or accreditation, it is proof that you've completed in-depth training with an established name in the dog world. It's something you can proudly display in your premises, add to your website or share on social media as you grow your business.
Building a dog business is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming at times. That's why Pro members have their own private community, separate from the main Academy, where you can connect with others who are building a career working with dogs.
Share your ideas, celebrate your wins, ask questions when you're feeling stuck and learn from people who are walking the very same path. Whether you're just getting started or growing your business, you'll have a supportive community behind you every step of the way.
Now that you've read about the three different choices...
🐾 Which Option Feels Right For You? 🐾
OPTION 1
Stop Dog Aggression & Reactivity Online Course
Single course, yours forever.
Best if aggression or reactivity is the only thing you want to help your dog with, so walks stop feeling stressful and you know exactly what to do when your dog reacts.
£49.99
ONE-TIME PAYMENT
🐾 The complete course
🐾 Lifetime access
🐾 30-day guarantee
MOST POPULAR
OPTION 2
The Good Dogs! Academy
Get A Happy Dog Who Listens Membership
Best if reactivity isn't the only thing you'd like help with, and you want a calm, confident dog who feels safe and listens at home, on walks and around visitors.
For the first 25 Academy members only. Join now and keep this price for life.
£24.99
£19.99
PER MONTH
or £199 per year (Save £40 a year, 2 months free)
For about the price of one barista coffee a week, you could have a dog who listens, a peaceful home and stress-free walks.
🐾 Every dog behaviour course, including Stop Dog Aggression & Reactivity, for every stage of your dog's life
🐾 New training videos or seasonal advice every month
🐾 No contract, cancel anytime
🎁 PLUS 3 SPECIAL BONUSES
🎁 Personal guidance from me - members' Q&As and the chance of a 1-to-1 online consultation
🎁 A friendly private members' community
🎁 Two complete health courses: Raw Feeding & Natural Remedies
OPTION 3
The Good Dogs! Academy
Turn Your Passion Into Paid Work Membership
Best if you want everything included: help for your own dog, dog behaviour training, consultation skills and business training.
For the first 25 Academy members only. Join now and keep this price for life.
£34.99
£29.99
PER MONTH
or £299 per year (Save £60 a year, 2 months free)
That's less than £7 a week to build the skills and confidence to create an income doing what you love.
🐾 Everything in Option 2 - Get A Happy Dog Who Listens membership, including all 3 bonuses
🐾 Become a Dog Trainer course
🐾 Build a Thriving Dog Business course
🐾 No contract, cancel anytime
🎁 PLUS 2 EXCLUSIVE PRO BONUSES
🎁 A personalised Certificate of Completion
🎁 A private community for dog professionals
One thing to remember is that every day you're either reinforcing the behaviour you don't want or building the behaviour you do. Dogs learn through consistency and repetition, so the sooner you get the right guidance, the sooner you'll enjoy a dog who listens, that you can take anywhere and is a joy to live with.
🐾 You’re Completely Safe Trying This 🐾
I want you to feel completely confident joining me, so there's no risk on your side. If you purchase a course and it's not right for you, just email us within 30 days and you'll receive a full refund - no awkward conversations and no hard feelings.
The memberships have no contracts or tie-ins. You can stay for as long as it's helping you and your dog, and if you ever want to leave, you can cancel yourself in just a couple of clicks.
You have absolutely nothing to lose, but years of happier memories with your dog to gain.
I can offer this guarantee with complete confidence because these are the same kind, effective methods I've taught to more than 26,000 dog owners in 175 countries.
They've helped everyone from busy families to global pop stars enjoy happier, well-behaved dogs, and I'd love for you to experience those results too.
🐾 Just In Case You're Wondering 🐾
By now, you probably already know which option feels right for you. But if there's anything you're still curious about, here are some of the questions I hear most often.
Yes. These methods work for every dog, any age, any breed or any background, because they're based on how all dogs naturally communicate.
I've used them with brand new puppies, nervous rescues and set-in-their-ways older dogs, and the approach is the same. Dogs live in the present moment, so it's never too early or too late to start.
I hear this a lot. A lot of dog training advice just treats the symptom rather than what's actually going on underneath. So the pulling or the barking might improve for a while, but before long it's back again.
This is different because it empowers you. You'll learn how to speak dog and how your dog thinks and communicates, so you know what they're telling you and how to respond in a way that makes sense to them. That's when things change, and often quickly too.
Many of my students see a difference in their very first session, sometimes within minutes. Others take several days of gentle practice. Either way, you'll know you're on the right path almost straight away.
They are completely and utterly kind. There’s no shouting, no forcing and no hitting, ever. Just calm, clear leadership that helps your dog feel safe and understood. You obviously love your dog and want to work with them gently, so rest assured you're in exactly the right place.
I understand, we've all started something with the best intentions and let it slip. This is built to fit around a busy life. The lessons are short and you go at your own pace, on your phone or laptop, whenever suits you, even ten minutes makes a difference.
There's no timetable and no falling behind, you simply pick it up whenever you can. And if you join the Academy, the monthly sessions and the community are there to keep you motivated and cheer you on.
Most of all, once you start seeing your dog respond, you'll want to keep going. And there's no risk either way, the course comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, and the membership you can cancel anytime.
Absolutely. It's all simple step-by-step videos you watch at your own pace, on your phone, tablet or computer, as many times as you like. You just log in with your details and it's all there waiting for you.
The course solves one problem and is yours forever. The Academy gives you all my courses, something new every month, a private community and the chance of personal help from me, all for less than the price of a single course. So if your dog has more than one behaviour you'd like to change, the membership is the better value by far.
That's exactly what the monthly members session is for. Each month there's either a Q&A where I answer members' questions on video, or a personalised online consultation with a member. It's the one place you can get my personal help, since I no longer offer private consultations.
If you buy the course and change your mind, there's a 30-day money-back guarantee. And the membership? Yes, you can cancel anytime. There's no contract and no tie-in, so you can cancel in a couple of clicks whenever you like, though I hope you'll love it and stay!
If you join as one of the first 25 founding members your price stays the same for as long as you're with us.
🐾 Meet Sharon Bolt - Your Trusted Dog Training Expert 🐾
In 2004 we brought home two Parson Russell Terrier puppies, brothers we named Basil and Jake. We were over the moon, but our excitement didn't last long, because every trainer I spoke to warned me I'd made a terrible mistake. Two brothers would constantly compete for the top dog position, they said, and sooner or later I'd have no choice but to rehome one of them.
I simply couldn't imagine giving either of them up.
Instead I set out on a mission to understand how dogs communicate, and how to guide them with calm, kind leadership rather than force or fear.
I'm so glad I did. I kept both boys, and Basil and Jake grew up devoted to each other, living happily together for the rest of their lives.
People couldn't believe how calm and well-behaved the boys were, and they wanted to know how I'd done it. The more I was asked, the more I realised these gentle methods could help so many other dogs and their owners, and that's how Good Dogs! was born.
That was over twenty years ago. Since then I've helped more than 26,000 owners across 175 countries, from everyday families to global pop stars, achieve calm, happy, lasting results with their dogs.
I've been a regular contributor to BBC Radio since 2008 and I'm a columnist for Edition Dog and Edition Dog Professionals. My advice has also featured on ITV, Channel 5, The Guardian, The Independent, the Daily Mail and many more.
These days it's Denzil, my rescue Staffy cross, who keeps me on my toes and reminds me every day that every dog deserves patience, kindness and someone who believes in them.
Whatever you're facing, I'd love to help.
You really can have the dog you've always hoped for.
🐾 You Don't Have To Dread The Walks Anymore 🐾
You love your dog with all your heart, but somewhere along the way the walks stopped being a joy. Your heart's in your mouth every time another dog appears, you find yourself saying "Sorry!" more times than you can count, and you plan entire walks around avoiding other dogs.
Over time you've started to dread the walk and wonder whether you're getting it all wrong.
Perhaps the aggression or reactivity was your main concern. But as you've read through the page, you may have recognised a few other areas you'd like some help with too.
The good news is none of this has to stay this way. Whether you start with the Stop Dog Aggression & Reactivity course or join The Good Dogs! Academy for support with everything from lead pulling and puppy problems to barking and separation anxiety, you'll finally know exactly what to do.
And if you join The Good Dogs! Academy, you'll also have the support of our private members' community, the monthly Q&A videos and even the chance of a personal online consultation with me, so you'll never feel like you're trying to work everything out on your own.
Because once you understand what your dog is telling you and you know what to do, everything changes. Walks are a joy, your home is calmer and you stop second-guessing yourself. Instead of worrying whether you're doing the right thing, you'll finally be able to relax and simply enjoy life with your dog.