Questions people ask

Dogs over 6 months old. Nell works on pulling on the lead, recall, reactivity, nervous dogs, gun dogs, socialisation issues and general obedience. She doesn't take puppies under 6 months, or dogs with aggression towards people.

It's a one-hour, one-to-one session with Nell at her home in Wakefield, for £40. You leave with a clear plan and the cost of any further sessions. Please bring your dog's vaccination record. The assessment can't go ahead without up-to-date vaccinations.

Training sessions are £50 per hour.

Following the training plan Nell gives you is essential. The training only works if you keep it up at home.

Your dog stays with Nell for one week (£850) or two weeks (£1,550). The price includes the assessment, a 24-hour trial stay, daily training, a handover session and a check-in session. There is nothing extra to pay. See the Board & Train page.

A 24-hour stay first, to make sure your dog is happy and comfortable in Nell's home, gets along with her resident dogs, and that you and Nell are a good match. It is included in the price.

Your deposit is refunded, minus a £40 trial stay fee.

Two walks a day, with training built in throughout the day, plus planned rest and socialisation periods. Dogs are sometimes left alone for short periods, as part of their training.

Yes. You get daily updates with photos and videos, and you are welcome to phone. Visits aren't allowed during the stay, as this helps dogs settle.

Each is a one-hour session, either at Nell's home or somewhere out in the real world, such as a café or park. The handover is straight after the stay, when you collect your dog. The check-in is two weeks later.

Your dog, their food, a muzzle if they use one, and any medication. Bring treats only if your dog has dietary restrictions. Please don't bring anything precious that could be lost or broken.

25% is paid when you book, and the rest on the day your dog is dropped off. The deposit is non-refundable if you cancel. If Nell has to cancel, you get a full refund.

Usually about three months ahead, though cancellations do come up. If there are no weeks available, Nell contacts people on the waiting list in order.

£17 per walk, in an enclosed, fully fenced field, with up to 10 dogs. Your dog needs to be good with other dogs. New dogs join after a meet and greet with Nell. Pick-up is included. See the Group walks page.

Yes. Nell is insured and holds a 5-star boarding licence with Wakefield Council (licence number LN/000002059). She is also a qualified dog first aider and canicross instructor.

Nell aims to reply within 24 hours on weekdays.