Transform Your Passion into Professional Success

Welcome to the Xtra Dog Academy – where ethical dog training meets world-class education. Whether you're starting your journey or advancing your career, our programmes and internationally recognised methodologies will give you the skills, confidence and credentials to make a real difference in the lives of dogs and their people.

Transform Your Passion into Professional Success

Welcome to the Xtra Dog Academy – where ethical dog training meets world-class education. Whether you're starting your journey or advancing your career, our programmes and internationally recognised methodologies will give you the skills, confidence and credentials to make a real difference in the lives of dogs and their people. Many of our courses are OFQUAL regulated through the iPET Network. At Xtra Dog we teach science based training methods and conform to a force-free code of conduct.

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OUR FLAGSHIP PROGRAMMES

Xtra Dog Accredited Instructor Programme,

Incorporating the iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Training –

Regulated by OFQUAL

This isn't just another dog trainers' course – it's your pathway to becoming a recognised, respected professional. Our comprehensive 12-month programme combines the credibility of an OFQUAL-regulated dog trainers course with expert mentoring, expert-led videos to watch, live-taught virtual sessions and real assessments, plus you will learn proven business strategies, and there are also incredible bonuses.

Programme - Coming Soon

Incorporating the iPET Network Level 3 Certificate and Diploma

in Grooming, regulated by OFQUAL

Master professional dog grooming and also learn to groom cooperatively with our comprehensive programme designed for both beginners and experienced groomers looking to elevate their skills. Learn from industry experts who combine technical excellence with gentle, stress-free handling techniques.

Talk Dog (Canine Body Language) Instructor Programme

Learn to teach our Talk Dog course and deliver it in person or Livestream

Become an expert in canine body language and communication. This unique programme teaches you not just to read dogs, but to help others understand what their dogs are really saying. Perfect for trainers, behaviourists, or anyone working professionally with dogs. Talk Dog covers body language, dog emotions and dog-dog interactions. Why it matters: when you can truly 'speak dog', you can solve problems others can't even see.

Learn Tellington TTouch®

Discover the gentle, revolutionary approach that's changing how we work with dogs. From introduction to advanced levels, learn the internationally acclaimed Tellington TTouch® method that promotes calmness, confidence and connection, with Senior Practitioner Alex Wilson and our team of certified Practitioners.

More than training – it's transformation. For both you and every dog you touch. We can also provide a certified Practitioner if you would like to host a TTouch workshop at your venue.

Linda Tellington Jones and Alex Wilson

Xtra Dog Accredited Instructor Programme,

Incorporating the iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Training –

Regulated by OFQUAL

This isn't just another dog trainers course – it's your pathway to becoming a recognised, respected professional. Our comprehensive 12-month programme combines the credibility of an OFQUAL regulated dog trainers course with expert mentoring, expert led videos to watch, live taught virtual sessions and real assessments, plus you will learn proven business strategies, and there are also incredible bonuses.

Xtra Dog Accredited Instructor Programme,

Incorporating the iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Training –

Regulated by OFQUAL

Incorporating the iPET Network Level 3 Certificate in Dog Training - Regulated by OFQUAL

This isn't just another dog trainer's course – it's your pathway to becoming a recognised, respected professional. Our comprehensive 12-month programme combines the credibility of an OFQUAL-regulated dog trainer's course with expert mentoring, expert-led videos to watch, live-taught virtual sessions and real assessments, plus you will learn proven business strategies, and there are also incredible bonuses.

Incorporating the iPET Network Level 3 Certificate and Diploma

in Grooming, regulated by OFQUAL

Xtra Dog Accredited Grooming

Programme

Coming Soon

Xtra Dog Accredited Grooming

Programme

Incorporating the iPET Network Level 3 Certificate and Diploma

in Grooming, regulated by OFQUAL

Master professional dog grooming and also learn to groom co-operatively with our comprehensive programme designed for both beginners and experienced groomers looking to elevate their skills. Learn from industry experts who combine technical excellence with gentle, stress-free handling techniques.

Talk Dog (Canine Body Language) Instructor Programme

Learn to teach our Talk Dog course and deliver it in person or Livestream

Become an expert in canine body language and communication. This unique programme teaches you not just to read dogs, but to help others understand what their dogs are really saying. Perfect for trainers, behaviourists, or anyone working professionally with dogs. Talk Dog covers body language, dog emotions and dog-dog interactions. Why it matters: when you can truly 'talk dog', you can solve problems others can't even see.

Learn Tellington TTouch®

Discover the gentle, revolutionary approach that's changing how we work with dogs. From introduction to advanced levels, learn the internationally acclaimed Tellington TTouch® method that promotes calmness, confidence, and connection with Senior Practioner Alex Wilson and our team of certified practitioners.

More than training – it's transformation. For both you and every dog you touch. We can also provide a certified Practitioner if you would like to host a TTouch workshop at your venue.

Linda Tellington Jones and Alex Wilson

Learn Tellington TTouch®

More than training – it's transformation. For both you and every dog you touch. We can also provide a certified Practitioner if you would like to host a TTouch workshop at your venue.

Learn Tellington TTouch®

More than training – it's transformation. For both you and every dog you touch. We can also provide a certified Practitioner if you would like to host a TTouch workshop at your venue.

Discover the gentle, revolutionary approach that's changing how we work with dogs. From introduction to advanced levels, learn the internationally acclaimed Tellington TTouch® method that promotes calmness, confidence and connection, with Senior Practitioner Alex Wilson and our team of certified practitioners.

More than training – it's transformation. For both you and every dog you touch. We can also provide a certified Practitioner if you would like to host a TTouch workshop at your venue.

Linda Tellington Jones and Alex Wilson

Why Choose Xtra Dog Academy?

Real Qualifications – OFQUAL-regulated certificates that open doors.

Expert Instructors – Learn from Alex Wilson, Gail Skinner, Linda Reader, Dr. Erica Cosijn, and others.

Ethical Foundation – Positive, science-backed methods that actually work.

Business Support – Not just training skills, but business success strategies.

Global Community – Join professionals across the UK, USA, Canada, and beyond.

Flexible Learning – Online, livestream, and in-person options to fit your life.

TAKE A STEP

Whether you're taking your first step into the professional dog world or advancing your existing career, we're here to guide you every step of the way.

Book a free discovery call today and let's discuss which programme is perfect for your goals.

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I have attended multiple sessions with Alex and I always come away with more than I was hoping to learn. Never disappointed and always wanting to attend more sessions. The only difficulty is, in Canada, the sessions start early morning; however the value outweighs the early start. Alex and team are wonderful.

Robin Minaker

So far, I have done 3 courses with Alex, and every course has been outstanding. I am a dog groomer, so I have enrolled in different courses to help me with my dogs and provide a better service for the dogs I groom. I have learnt so much so far and I am already putting this into practice and I feel so much more confident with recognising changes in dogs' behaviour. The courses are very informative and Alex personalises them, making them very interesting. I am already booked on my first Tellington

TTouch training, and I am so excited for it. Thank you so much, Alex and team.

Love Dogs Grooming

I have done several Zoom courses with Alex over the past year and am now addicted. His obvious love for dogs, enthusiasm and passion draws you in. The courses are friendly, fun and well written - Alex delivers the content perfectly and you learn so much. You can literally do a course and put the tools you learnt straight into practice with your own dogs. The courses appeal to both pet people and professionals. Alex makes you feel like you want to learn and that you can achieve whatever you want to achieve. Thank you, Alex - for being you x

Stacey Young / My Fab Dog

I have attended multiple sessions with Alex and I always come away with more than I was hoping to learn. Never disappointed and always wanting to attend more sessions. The only difficulty is in Canada the sessions start early morning, however the value outweighs the early start. Alex and team are wonderful.

Robin Minaker

So far, I have done 3 courses with Alex, and every course has been outstanding. I am a dog groomer, so I have enrolled in different courses to help me with my dogs and provide a better service for the dogs I groom. I have learnt so much so far and I am already putting this into practice and I feel so much more confident with recognising changes in dog's behaviour. The courses are very informative and Alex personalises them, making them very interesting. I am already booked on my first Tellington T Touch training, and I am so excited for it. Thank you so much, Alex and team.

Love Dogs Grooming

I have done several Zoom courses with Alex over the past year and am now addicted. His obvious love for dogs, enthusiasm and passion draws you in. The courses are friendly, fun and well-written - Alex delivers the content perfectly and you learn so much. You can literally do a course and put the tools you learnt straight into practice with your own dogs. The courses appeal to both pet people and professionals. Alex makes you feel like you want to learn and that you can achieve whatever you want to achieve. Thank you, Alex - for being you x

Stacey Young / My Fab Dog

I have attended multiple sessions with Alex and I always come away with more than I was hoping to learn. Never disappointed and always wanting to attend more sessions. The only difficulty is, in Canada, the sessions start early morning; however the value outweighs the early start. Alex and team are wonderful.

Robin Minaker

So far, I have done 3 courses with Alex, and every course has been outstanding. I am a dog groomer, so I have enrolled in different courses to help me with my dogs and provide a better service for the dogs I groom. I have learnt so much so far and I am already putting this into practice and I feel so much more confident with recognising changes in dog's behaviour. The courses are very informative and Alex personalises them, making them very interesting. I am already booked on my first Tellington TTouch training, and I am so excited for it. Thank you so much, Alex and team.

Love Dogs Grooming

I have done several Zoom courses with Alex over the past year and am now addicted. His obvious love for dogs, enthusiasm and passion draws you in. The courses are friendly, fun and well written - Alex delivers the content perfectly and you learn so much. You can literally do a course and put the tools you learnt straight into practice with your own dogs. The courses appeal to both pet people and professionals. Alex makes you feel like you want to learn and that you can achieve whatever you want to achieve. Thank you, Alex - for being you x

Stacey Young / My Fab Dog

OUR LEAD INSTRUCTORS

The Xtra Dog Instructors are leaders in their field and include:

Alex Wilson, Course Director (Tellington TTouch®),
Gail Skinner, Senior Instructor (games-based training and lifeskills),
Dr Erica Cosijn, Instructor (noise sensitivity, senior dogs and Tellington TTouch®),
Linda Reader, Head of Grooming (Tellington TTouch®)
Nate Cant, Instructor (Tellington TTouch®)