Foundations to Mastery
From everyday family dogs to dogs with working potential, KORB brings specialist knowledge of spaniels, gundogs and working-dog foundations to every dog we train. That understanding of drive, focus and cooperation helps all kinds of dogs become calmer, more reliable companions.
Balanced Training & Communication
Balanced training at KORB starts with the individual dog: its temperament, experience and needs. We use appropriate motivation, rewards, guidance, boundaries and accountability, with a focus on communication, consistency, confidence and understanding. No single method suits every dog, so we choose our approach to fit the dog and the situation. Welfare, suitability and your ability to apply the training at home are always part of the decision.
Puppy Foundations
Building confidence, engagement, early learning, social experiences and good habits, with clear communication and kind boundaries from the start.
Everyday Obedience & Manners
Developing reliable everyday behaviours, calmness and better communication between you and your dog.
Recall & Lead Control
Improving engagement, reliable recall, lead manners and control around distractions.
Behaviour & Problem-Solving
Understanding and addressing unwanted behaviours through individual assessment and a suitable training plan.
Gundog & Working Spaniel Foundations
Developing hunting foundations, retrieving, steadiness, whistle work, handling and cooperation. For spaniels and other gundogs, retrieve-based training builds focus, control and dependable recall.
One-to-One Training Programmes
Individual training support built around your dog's needs and your goals.
Which path is right for your dog?
The KORB 6-Week System: you're investing in a structured training system and an achievable outcome, not just an isolated hour with a trainer.
The 6-week programme
Week 1 — Assessment, goals and foundations.
Week 2 — Building engagement and communication.
Week 3 — Developing core skills.
Week 4 — Improving reliability and introducing distractions.
Week 5 — Applying skills in real-life situations.
Week 6 — Reviewing progress and creating a plan for continued development.
This is an example programme structure. The actual content and pace are adapted to each dog and owner.
Our assessment process
- Complete the online assessment questionnaire.
- KORB reviews the information about your dog and your goals.
- Arrange an initial consultation to discuss suitability and the best approach.
- Agree a suitable training plan.
- Begin training, with guidance and exercises to practise at home.
- Review progress and adjust the plan as needed.