The new home of Avon Dog Services

Where dogs are understood as perfectly imperfect.

Black dog sitting on a path in a misty, blue forest.

At The Whole Hound Academy, we help people understand their dogs, not just train them. If you don’t understand why your dog is doing something, and it is becoming stressful or problematic, we help strip everything back to unmask the true reason behind the behaviour.

We create targeted training plans that give you clarity, consistency and confidence. These three values shape everything we do because they make training easier, and they make change last.

Every dog is perfectly imperfect, and lasting change starts with knowledge, clarity and connection. No judgment, no regrets, just better relationships.

No Judgement. No regrets. Just better relationships.

Is this you?

You may be here because you are finding everyday life with your dog difficult.

You might be struggling with:

Reactivity on walks
Fear or overwhelm at home
Barking, lunging or chasing
A young dog who feels impossible to manage
Behaviours you cannot explain
Your idea of a perfect holiday is always with your dog

We help you understand what is driving the behaviour so you can move forward with clarity and confidence instead of confusion.

When you are ready to take the next step, we will help you choose the right support.

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THE STORY BEHIND US

I'm Adam Daines, founder of The Whole Hound Academy. I've worked with dogs for more than twenty years and have supported families both on screen and behind the scenes during Channel 4’s The Dog Academy.

My focus has always been on helping people understand their dogs, not just teaching cues.

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