We have been going to Rossway with our Labrador, Luna she was 14 weeks old and thoroughly enjoy the classes. I researched a few dog schools beforehand and when I got in touch with Rossway was pleased to be able to watch a class before starting. We really liked what we saw and haven’t looked back since. We started with puppy classes, which were brilliant at giving us basic training as we had never owned a dog before. I now do the adult obedience classes weekly and my husband does fortnightly gundog training with Pete. We love the classes and more importantly so does Luna! Pete and his team are very knowledgeable and have helped us gain confidence in our training and handling of Luna. If you are looking for a dog school we would highly recommend Rossway Dog Training School.

So far, so good! Our puppy is happy, challenged and exhausted during and after training. As the handler, I receive excellent advice even outside of classes which is very useful. Instructions are clear, direct and in the moment which is just what you need to be able to adapt to the best possible methods. I’ve received fantastic advice on collars, leads and toys for my little dog and I’m so excited for our next lesson. Within one week I had taught my dog to sit and also to fetch his toys! All thanks to wonderful advice.

Highly recommended for puppy training!!! Our cockapoo puppy Toffee has attended around twenty group classes and three 1-1 sessions with Pete so far, graduating from the puppy to the adult classes. All of our family and friends are hugely impressed by how well- behaved Toffee is.

Pete not only trains your dog but trains you (I had no experience training a dog previous to this).

He is passionate about his work and I’m really glad we took our vets recommendation in attending Pete’s classes.

Excellent dog school. I enrolled my very nervous Collie puppy into the puppy classes at 14 weeks old as he was so terrified of other dogs (both bigger and smaller than him). With Pete’s guidance and gentle approach in just 2 weeks he was much more confident and by the end of the 10 weeks he couldn’t wait to meet and play with any other dog! He went on to do the adult classes where he really learned a lot and he now has weekly 1 to 1 working trials lessons with Pete. He’s so confident and obedient (and sometimes a little mischievous!) and we are so pleased we came to Rossway! We really can’t recommend or thank Pete enough for his continuing dedication and support!

Who says setters are untrainable? After almost 25 years of owning setters, first Irish, then Gordon, we decided on acquiring two English Setter puppies – to attend training classes for the first time. The breed are well known for their scattiness, energy and general devil-may-care attitude so we thought it would be a challenge for all concerned. We contacted Peter Ross at Rossway Behaviour and Dog Training School on recommendation when the puppies (brothers – Rory and Rufus) were 11 weeks old and have been training once a week for the last 10 months. The dogs are a pleasure to own, being obedient and responsive to all commands on and off the lead, they are sociable with other dogs and people, respond individually to voice control, bark on command, retrieve and drop – the list goes on. They passed their Puppy Development Course with honours on their first birthday and are now progressing swiftly to the next stage. We have received a number of compliments on their behaviour, the most recent from a specialist at the Royal Vet’s College who commented that she wished all her patients were as beautifully behaved as Rufus. This has all been achieved without any reduction of their happiness or natural exuberance – for this we owe Pete Ross a great debt of thanks. His methods and enthusiasm cannot be surpassed and his love of dogs shines throughout – we could not have done it without him.

Dog training at its best. Pete is exceptionally good at helping you get the best out of your dog and you can see the difference almost immediately. His experience and desire to help you is obvious and I would not go anywhere else. Menai is our third dog and at 16 weeks is already streets ahead our other dogs.

Rossway is the only way! I have been attending classes at Rossway for the past 5 years.

My first Dobermann was a handful but with help and guidance I became a better dog handler which in turn resulted in a well behaved girl. Pete was there for me when she lost her battle with epilepsy. He is not just our trainer he is a friend too. I did not hesitate to enrol our new puppy with him and to date she is a well-balanced youngster. Everyone comments on how well behaved and obedient she is. This is down to Pete’s knowledge of dogs and his dedication to teaching others.

I cannot recommend him or his team highly enough.

Rossway, all the way! My mum first found Pete 8 years ago when we got our dog Blaze, a big dog that was supposed to be a little lap dog. He was very patient with my mum and Blaze both and they passed the puppy class at the end of the 10 week course. I bought a Yorkie puppy a few weeks ago and when my mum mentioned training I immediately thought of Pete. I took Niko to his first class this morning and am so pleased Pete is still training dogs as I wouldn’t even contemplate going anywhere else. Pete’s instructions are clear and concise, which is so helpful when you have to concentrate on what he’s saying and also keep an eye on a rampant puppy.

There is no doubt that Rossway is the best around, anyone else who says otherwise clearly hasn’t taken the time to actually learn from Pete’s wealth of experience.

Having been born and lived in the North of England most of my life, I moved South to Berkhamsted in Hertfordshire, with a very strong, outgoing, full male Labrador called Red. I was in need of help, so spoke to my sister who lives in Yorkshire, and knows several Dog Trainers. On my behalf, she asked them if there was anyone in the South, particularly Hertfordshire, who they could recommend as a Top Dog Trainer. All eight Northern Trainers recommended only one man, Pete Ross. So I contacted Pete and it has been my best decision ever to work with Pete. He truly is a master in his field, he cares deeply about the dogs and he is clear and precise about his training of their owners. His methods are unique and it is obvious that his attention to detail pays off. We have developed confidence as new dog owners under his guidance, now we have more knowledge and a far better relationship with our now ‘Trained Dog’. I have no hesitation in recommending Pete, his lessons are constructive but also fun. Now I understand why so many other Dog Trainers in the UK have so much respect for him.

We have been attending classes at Rossway Behaviour and Dog Training School since our Bracco Italiano puppy Hector was 12 weeks old. We have taught and practised the emergency “DOWN’ command with our dogs from various distances, hoping to never have to use it. Whilst crossing the road this week, the transit van I was walking behind, reversed and hit me. Hector was startled and slipped his lead. As soon as I realised I gave the ‘DOWN’ command and Hector dropped to the floor instantly and he waited in position for me to collect him. Had he not had this training the outcome could have been very different, and I hate to think what could have happened.

I spent a long time researching a good training school and Rossway always came up as the best. I have not been disappointed with my Golden Retrievers puppy Orla and Indi (5years). I attend on a Saturday and Tuesday with my girls and I am delighted with their progress in just 5 weeks. The team are so knowledgable and we have learnt so much. I practice everything with them in between classes and the results are amazing. People stop me to say how well behaved they are and I am really proud of their progress. If you are looking for a good training school I would highly recommend Rossway.

15 years with 3 dogs. I have taken 3 dogs to Pete’s school, 3 Dobermans. Pete has advised with all dogs in order to get the best out of them. Pete is good at training dogs to be able to get on with other dogs- there are numerous dogs I have seen over the years who have for whatever reason been difficult with other dogs. I have seen them transformed. All three of my dogs continued after their initial puppy classes, training being the highlight of the week for them. My current dog is excited on his training day and follows me around the house until it is time to go and then is excited all the way there. He loves it. There is a good opportunity for dogs to interact with each other whilst learning.

I always enjoy coming to your Tuesday class with Harry. Harry and I arrived at your door a complete ‘two-left feet’ shambles and now dance down the street together in chirpy unison.

I have recommended your training school to several people, especially as you treat the owners like human-beings and always have a smile and a joke for us struggling dog-devotees dreaming of the perfect “sit-wait.

Bobby has been attending Pete’s Wednesday class for the last 3 years. In that time he has reached his ” level 4 Distinction.” We really enjoy the classes and I have made some good friends .The classes are a real mix of breeds and ability and we all progress at our own speed …They are fun but most important we learn the skills to keep our dogs safe when we are out with them. I would firmly recommend anyone looking for a dog training school to come and watch one of the classes and see for yourself

A big thank you for your help in Cody’s training. If only I had known about your puppy classes then I would not have encountered the problems I did due to my previous trainer’s methods.

At last Pete. I am going forward and enjoy it. You have so much experience Pete, it’s great that you are so passionate about what you teach and that you share it with people like me that need that help. Thanks again.

Having tried training dogs in the past but ending up with an almost untrained dog, I bought what I thought was a “lap” dog in the form of a “sprollie” called Blaze, who grew and grew, and is not so much of a lap dog but has become the size of a retriever! I was beside myself since I didn’t bargain for a “big” dog but instead of rehoming I searched for and stumbled across the “Rossway Behaviour and Dog Training School” run by Pete Ross. That was 8 years ago and Blaze has become the best trained dog I have ever owned – the training really works but the owners have to step up and put in time and effort, not just during the however many weeks training they pay for, but on a daily basis, to reaffirm the training. There is no bad dog, just a bad owner.

Today, my daughter and her first pup had their first lesson and they have done so well – I’m proud of her taking on a puppy and doing right by him – by training him.

Great Help. I would recommend Rossway (Pete) to anyone We have been going to Rossway for the last 6 months. He will train you as well as your dog – people seem to think it’s just the dog that needs training!

Extremely experienced and knowledgeable trainer. Great progress with my dog.

We have been recommended Peter’s classes by a friend who has completed puppy training at Rossway Behaviour and Dog Training School with his own dog and was very happy with the results. We attended assessment session late November, started regular group classes from December and cannot be more happy with incredible improvements our dog has made since!

Each class contains of obedience exercises, agility, and dog play time. Combination of classes and consequence in implementing Pete’s techniques every day, is paying off with a happier, calmer and more obedient dog. I highly recommend Rossway School to all dog owners!

I wish we have found out about Pete’s classes much earlier!‘

Rossway is awesome!! I would highly recommended Pete’s dog training school. I have attended 4 one to one lessons and my first group lesson tonight with my Labrador, Diesel. Pete takes the time and effort to get to know every dog and their owner, and asks you specifically what you wish to work on and teaches you wonderful techniques that help you and your dog to be more in sync with each other!! He addresses every owner and dog by name and makes everyone feel welcome.

He is a bubbly, happy character and is passionate about what he does!!

Recommended by a friend, We = Bodbh (Kerry Blue Terrier} and I, have been attending Rossway Dog Training School, for over 18 months. The facilities and staff are great, allowing the dogs and their owners to learn, train and socialise in a safe place, I would whole heartedly recommend the school if your looking for a positive environment to help you and your dog regardless of your experience or the dogs temperament.

I have trained two black labs at Rossway over the last ten years or so and they have both turned out to be exceptional. The facilities are excellent both indoor and out. Even a lake for water work. I cannot praise Peter highly enough and still go there for continuation training. Thank you Peter.

After going to two different dog classes with no improvement, I then found Rossway. I wish I wish had found it sooner, even after a couple of weeks I noticed the difference in my dogs. Without Pete and his experience, I don’t know where i would be today. I love my Sunday mornings so do my dogs. I’ve now been going for over a year, and know if i need advice Pete is always willing to help.

Well, what can I say about Rossway……. AMAZING DOG TRAINING SCHOOL WITH GREAT STAFF! After attending a couple of other dog training classes without the support we needed, I then found Rossway. We have been attending for the last 8 years, first with Poppy and now Lexi (Cocker Spaniel & Hungarian Vizsla). The trainers are amazing, not only teaching the dogs obedience and agility but also training the dog handlers on lots of great tips and help whenever needed – making the classes so much fun, that we carried on week after week.

I can’t thank Pete enough as there is nothing more rewarding than having a well-behaved dog, which is truly thanks to Rossway Dog Training School. If you are unsure whether to join the wonderful team at Rossway….. I would highly recommend this training school.

I’m fairly new to dog training although I have owned dogs all my life. I adopted a lovely Newfoundland who is not dangerous, but he likes to see other dogs and tends to scare them because he is so big, clumsy and enthusiastic. So on a whim I contacted Pete. I’ve never been so pleased I did. Blue loves it, has calmed down significantly, and we have good fun. Blue reliably informs me that going to classes is even better than a walk! We are both making new friends and learning something into the bargain. Highly recommended.

My wife has been taking our dog Otto, a Border Terrier, to see Pete at Rossway for 3 years. We researched trainers thoroughly before settling on Pete. His no-nonsense approach was just what our dog needed….firm but fair. Our dog isn’t perfect but he’s come such a long way and is so much easier to handle when out and about; he’s a pleasure to be with now. A big thank you to Rossway for achieving this. With the added bonus of outdoor training, dog agility and off lead mixing with other dogs it’s the perfect combination.

I am glad to have found Pete. After a few weeks of training, our Cocker Spaniel is showing great improvement in terms of heeling, sitting and down commands. This is thanks to Pete passing on his vast knowledge of dog experience onto me. Well done!

The only way is Rossway!!! I have been attending classes with my strong minded and stubborn Rottweiler Ruby since she was around 10 weeks old. After completing the 10 week puppy course we graduated on to the adult classes. As Ruby was growing up and entering her ‘teenage’ years, I noticed that she was becoming a little too dominant towards other dogs, something which I wanted to nip in the bud whilst she was still young.

After a couple of 1-1 sessions with Pete, alongside the group sessions she soon found her manners again and I got my confidence back with her. We attend classes every week which we both enjoy doing. Ruby has achieved her Kennel Club Good Citizens Bronze and Silver awards and we are now working towards the Gold. This is something that we could never have achieved without Pete’s help and training techniques. I now have a well-trained and well-mannered Rottweiler and she is a pleasure to take out on walks. I would like to get another puppy sometime in the near future and would not hesitate to sign up to the puppy class, whilst continuing with Ruby’s classes.

Thanks for all your help Pete and keep up the good work!

Encouraging and supportive dog trainer.I would like to take this opportunity to thank Pete for all his hard work and support. He has boosted my confidence and abilities in training our adopted dog. I have done 2 one-to-one classes with Pete who has listened to what I have needed support in and helped accordingly. He shares his knowledge and experience in handling a range of dogs in all sorts of different circumstances. From a personal point of view Pete has helped me to socialise and discipline my dog, for which I am truly thankful. I could not recommend Pete highly enough.

If only there was a Pete on every street! Having already tried other dog trainers and not really getting anywhere and dare I say even considering trying to re-home our nervous aggressive springer (lunging, snapping, barking at every dog we came across), we still don’t know what we would have done if we hadn’t found Pete and his team. Yes, you have to go with an open mind and be prepared to put the work in, but if you do you DEFINITELY get results.

Starting off with the one-on-one sessions with Pete, Scamp slowly became less nervous and picked up the basics and reached a point where he could join the group sessions. Everyone there had a story and all of them were a credit to Pete’s training as they had all come through their problems; which gave us hope for Scamp! You also learn not to be embarrassed when you struggle with something or your dog misbehaves as everyone has been there. It doesn’t happen overnight though so be prepared to work hard.

Now after over two years of attending Pete’s classes Scamp is a different dog (not perfect all the time, but no dog is). There’s no having to avoid every single dog walker, he doesn’t have to wear a muzzle, can be walked off the lead and is more relaxed, obedient and above all HAPPY. And it’s not just the dog that benefits, as an owner I have become more confident in my dog handling as a result.

The only problem is in February we moved to Norfolk and are yet to find anyone who is as good a trainer but what we have learnt from Pete and the training we had done helped so much with the move and with dealing with the unruly dogs of North Norfolk. Every time we do venture back down, we still take Scamp back for a bit of training in one of his group sessions, it’s one of the things we miss most since our move!

Pete knew immediately what we needed to do to manage Freddie. Within weeks the new training programme was working. We both love coming to classes. Without Pete’s wealth of experience we would have had to have given up our dog or worse he may have been put down. I can’t thank him enough.

I would like to leave this message as I’m extremely happy with the dog training so far. After going to see a session I decided it was the course for Lexi and me. From the very first lesson Lexi’s behaviour changed immediately. She is a very difficult dog and after completing 3 lessons with Pete I could not be happier. I travel over an hour away as I felt confident that he could help us. There is still a long way to go but I’m happy Pete has laid out a solid plan and look forward to completing this.

Leaps and Bounds We’ve been seeing Pete for 9 months now and every day is a learning curve for me and my dog. Otto is by no means a perfect dog, a troublesome terrier, but he is 100% better socialised and far more pleasurable to walk. We went to extreme lengths to avoid contact with other dogs but Pete made it perfectly clear that as I had my dog on a lead and under control the fault was not with me. The confidence he has given me has turned our dog into a beloved pet once again!

Control with confidence. We’ve been going training with Pete for over a year now with our 5 yr German shorthaired pointer, Bodie.We got Bodie as a rescue dog 2 years ago. He’d had 2 previous owners and a history of fighting with dogs that he lived with. In truth we were completely unprepared for how to control any aggression that he was showing towards other dogs that didn’t give him space. After about 8 months of trying different trainers we found Rossway Dog Training.

From the very first lesson Pete gave us hope that we would be able to get our beautiful boy to behave in the way that was not a threat to other dogs.We go to weekly group general obedience lessons and fortnightly gundog classes. We love it, and Bodie loves it (well, he loves gundog – he puts up with obedience).The most important thing is that when we are out walking we feel in control, even if other dogs around us are not, and we are more relaxed for it and able to enjoy all the benefits of having a dog in our family. Thanks Pete and team.

I contacted Pete Ross last October having become desperately in need of help with Daisy, our very nervous, rescue Lurcher. Pete was so helpful over the phone and invited my husband and I to view a class which was invaluable. This really showed us what can be achieved whatever the problems that an owner can have with their dog. I then decided to have individual lessons with Pete which hugely reinstated my confidence in coping with Daisy who at the time of first contacting Pete was showing signs of aggression towards other dogs. In January, I joined group classes under Pete’s excellent instruction and this is really helping Daisy in a controlled environment to become used to being in closer proximity to other dogs and their owners are only to happy to help as they understand and many have had problems which have been resolved under Pete’s tuition. Can’t thank you enough Pete for your help.

From despair to success! Rossway is the way!Chester is our very strong minded, strong willed and just very strong Rotti. We started Pete’s classes when Chester was two and although he knew his commands he was very strong minded and difficult to handle. With Pete’s expertise we have become better handlers and Chester is a very happy, well behaved 5 year old boy. Chester does still have his ‘moments’, and with Pete’s support he continues to improve. Chester loves his training sessions and we also enjoy the weekly meetings and friendly atmosphere. Pete’s training school has been the making of Chester and we would highly recommend the school’.

Full marks to Rossway. We have a ‘very lively’ boxer Max who to be honest was a nightmare.

We had two 1 to 1 classes and are now attending a regular group class. Max will now socialise with other dogs and i no longer have a panic attack when we are out. We now have a dog we can be proud of.

I can’t thank Peter enough for all his help training my 5 year old, unruley border terrier.

We’ve had four weeks of one to one training, not only am I now a different person, but my dog is a different dog too! I’ve been avoiding walking where we would meet other dogs but now I feel in control of his behaviour and I am confident in my ability to deal with any situation. Peter has really changed our family dog walks for the better…..dog walks were stressful but not any more! I just wish I’d done this sooner.

I would like to say a big thank you for all your help and advice. As you know I have struggled with Champs aggression for over two years,and despite various different trainers and methods, had not made any significant progress. I explained to you that Champs aggression was a huge problem as I was terrified to take him out. A previous trainer had used some harsh methods but to no avail, and I now understand why. Your methods of training have not only taught me how to gain control of Champ, but you have explained why it is so important for me to gain leadership in order to change Champs attitude and of course mine. I am far from leadership yet, but now know that with continued effort it can be achieved. I am already making progress with the cheeky chap.

It is because of your skills, not only with dogs, but your ability to explain your methods of training that have finally shown me direction, which is so greatly appreciated.

Thanks again Pete.

Excellent help with dog training. I would really recommend Rossway Dog Training School to anyone because of the effectiveness and enjoyment the training there has to offer.I have been training my Springer Spaniel who is over a year old now. Her recall was terrible, she was nervous of people so she barked at everyone and it was a nightmare walking on lead. Since going her recall has improved dramatically, she only barks occasionally at single men when they surprise her and she nearly always walks loose lead. I am so glad I have been going there because owning a dog should not be a liability and a burden, a dog is for companionship, work and enjoyment. I look forward to seeing how much she develops in the future.

As you know, I have a very small Chihuahua called Mini who, before I started coming to you for your excellent one to one training and advice, was very nervy and snappy. We had to be honest about giving the dog too much love and attention and had treated Mini as a child! Mini would be carried everywhere and had no social skills or interaction with other dogs, I could not even get her to walk. She would literally not move her legs when her collar and lead were on.Progressive changes through great help and encouragement from Pete have made a fantastic difference.

The working programme – we sat down together and the way Pete talked his way through, was excellent. Pete, you have shown me the way forward in how to gain the confidence and ability to train my small dog Mini. I have owned many dogs in the past and have been to other dog training classes but the knowledge and experience you have is second to none.

The world will be a sadder place when you eventually decide not to train dogs. Myself, my wife and son can all see the changes in our dog Mini. You have to continue with the training to get the trust and the rewards are immense. There is still a long way to go but with your help we will have a brilliant little dog.

Forever a pup – the Boxer. Yes I have a Boxer along with a Jack Russell and Terrier, to anyone who has owed a Boxer know that they never grow up and continue to be a challenge.

Well, Cedar was no exception. She is now 7 years old but I struggled with taking her out even through I have always had Boxers. It was not an enjoyable experience and Cedar was not enjoyable!

In the past 19 months I have been attending Rossway Training School which has become an important part of Cedar and my week. These are great sessions for both of us as we get some exercise and Cedar and I learn training skills that we can practice and improve on. There is a variety of training experiences from basic lead control to agility and competition work.

The different methods have developed my ability and skills and I can now take Cedar anywhere due to the training skills I have learnt at Rossway and Cedar, what is more important, is a far happier dog. The impact for their shared expertise is that both my other dogs are also now better behaved and it is a pleasure to go out with them.I am about to get a new puppy and will without doubt take it to Rossway. Many thanks.

Dog training at its best. Fantastic school …… Excellent facilities and training methods, brilliant atmosphere, friendly helpful staff combined with the knowledge and expertise of owner Pete Ross probably makes this one of the best, if not THE best dog training school in the country.

I am very fortunate to live local but people come from far and wide to attend Pete’s classes which I think speaks for itself.I also have a very big strong mastiff cross who previously would not do as she was told at all. Since attending Rossway, the things she can now do are amazing.

If you want to train your dog, then Pete Ross is your man.