Walkies & Waggietails Dog Training in Richmond upon Thames

Walkies & Waggietails is a specialist dog training and behaviour team serving West London, dedicated to strengthening the relationship between dogs and their humans through kind, science-led methods. Led by Paula O’Sullivan, a fully qualified Specialist Canine Behaviourist and Advanced Level Trainer, the team supports owners with everything from obedience foundations to complex behaviour modification, assistance dog work, and therapy dog training. Their courses and one-to-one programmes are designed to be practical, effective, and deeply focused on communication and connection.

Paula brings over 10 years of behaviour experience, advanced academic study in behavioural science, and memberships with leading professional bodies, including International Canine Behaviourists, ICAN, and the UK Behaviour & Training Charter. She works alongside Kennel Club Accredited Instructors Louise Breton and Hannah Drugnick, who deliver puppy, intermediate, scent detection, and Dog Parkour Fusion classes, blending modern training games with real-life skills. Together, they share a passion shaped by their own dogs and years immersed in pet dog behaviour, welfare, and education.

Clients value the team’s clear explanations, fun and positive techniques, and commitment to high welfare standards. Walkies & Waggietails stands out for its blend of academic rigor, professional accreditation, and genuine care, helping owners understand the “how and why” behind training so they can build calm, confident partnerships with their dogs.