absoluteDOGS Reviews 498

I have been part of AbsoluteDogs community since 2014 when I completed one of the online courses. I went of to become. ProDog Trainer through them, then in 2020 I joined their ProDog Club. This year my dogs mobile issue got worst and he was gifted a doggy wheelchair, because of the games to help build his confidence, he took to the wheelchair like he had always used it but that is not everything for most of his life he has been dog reactive but the games and the wheelchair he has only reacted to a dog twice since June, we are able to walk towards dogs where before we would either turn around and walk away or cross the road. He has even ignored a dog that was growling and barking at him as we walked past.

So I would like to thank Lauren and the whole of absoluteDogs community for their support of the past few years.

I've been a member of Absolute Dogs for a few years now, and if I've ever needed any help with something the Ask Team are always SUPERSTARS. Nothing is too much trouble for them, prompt and so efficient, I couldn't ask for better service. Massive thanks, you guys are AWESOME.

I’m so glad I found Absolute Dogs/Devon Dogs. It’s overwhelming to see all the different ‘trainers’ on social media, it’s hard to know where to start. I have tried a few but Lauren is amazing.
I spent four days at the facility in Okehampton and stayed on site. It was intensive and we are doing lots of games which my boxer is totally into! Many thanks to Lesley, Jamie and Michelle.
I’m now a huge fan and am enjoying tricks, cooking, games, lives, podcasts, etc etc.

Fit without Kit very well may become my favorite individual course offered by absoluteDogs. My dog tends to come up lame occasionally (fence running is the culprit, but we’re dealing with that in a separate aD course!) so perfect timing on this new course to help strengthen her legs. I have a fair bit of kit but don’t really know how to use it and to be honest, I often don’t feel like getting it out. Having a course that shows how to work through fitness exercises without any kit or just a few household items most everyone will have on hand, makes fitness much more user friendly and accessible. I also found the teaching on how to use food in various ways to get & reward the movement wanted, invaluable and easy to understand.

Ask team has always been quick to reply and so helpful. Their service is the top level! Thank you!

Very happy with my purchase and with customer service!

I've had dogs for more than 30 years now and during that time I took several different courses to become a dog trainer , but there was always something missing. After I found Absolute Dogs and became a Pro Dog Trainer in 2019 I stopped looking- I felt I had come home! Game based training changed the way I thought and trained!
Since then I`ve come back many times to join Absolute Dog events online and continue learning- it`s always fun, I feel understood and feel close! For me and my 3 Yorkies it was almost life saving that, no matter what: There`s always a Game for that`!!

Not able to unsubscribe. Have had so many unwanted emails. Despite saying 'unsubscribe' — you can't. Have blocked now -

Can’t say enough about absolute dogs! They have outstanding support and answered all of the questions. I started with them when my dog was a puppy. Love the philosophy overall and the games.
Merlin is now 5 yrs old and a therapy dog at 2 local hospitals. Very well behaved and I have the best relationship/partnership with him because of the foundation I was able to teach him using the different programs they offer. I also had other education but this was one of the best for overall calmness, self control, walking, recall, …
If you are on the fence- I highly, highly recommend!!!!

Just completed the 5 Days Stress-Free Challenge and I’m blown away with the progress I am already seeing in my dogs already. The games are super easy and fun to play and best of all, my dogs are loving playing them.

The community has also been amazing and so super supportive. You feel comfortable asking for advice on struggles and you are never judged.

Can’t wait to dive into the new Stress-Free Walks Blueprint 🤩

Thank you Lauren and the whole AD team for this incredible challenge 🩵💜🩷

Excellent customer service. I joined a 5 day free online challenge and found the videos and games worked really well for our 9 month old puppy. As a result of enjoying the free challenge I purchased a further course on reducing barking which, as a result of me not checking my personal details were correct before submitting 🥴, I couldn't access. I emailed the company and within an hour had received a reply which led to a quick and simple amendment at their end meaning I had full access.
The prompt and efficient customer service alongside the success we have had up to now on our 5 day challenge earn a well deserved 5 stars from us

Wow – what an incredible and accessible course! No pricey equipment needed, yet it delivers all the benefits of a safe, effective workout for every dog.

I’ve used it with my 5-year-old German Shepherd, a friend’s arthritic 9-year-old Golden Retriever, and even a 14-week-old Spaniel pup – all with brilliant results.

Fitness really is for every age: it helps pups build coordination, keeps adults strong and resilient, and supports seniors with mobility and joint health. These simple exercises boost strength, balance, and flexibility – keeping dogs happy, healthy, and full of confidence.

This really is a must-have for all dog owners. Highly recommended 💜🐾

As always the ASK TEAM came to the rescue. They were not only able to assist with my requested problem ( missing a badge) but were able to find others that were missing ( I had not realized) as well!

so great team!!!
They replied very patiently 、quickly, and solved my problem.
And I had enrolled several courses, and everything was very beneficial.
Thanks

I needed support with my membership, the team was amazing. The reply was quick and solved my problems easily and efficiently. It is one thing to supply a great product but another to help support the product.

Absolute Dogs saved my dog and me. When still a puppy, she developed fear reactivity. She was afraid of everything; people, strollers, bikes, papers blowing across the path, and most of all, dogs. I tried “socializing” her; we went to stores, public walking trails, my office, everywhere I could think of. She reacted to her fear by channeling her inner Cujo and being a barking lunging mess. She is a Catahoula Leopard Dog with BIG teeth. When she made a little girl cry in Tractor Supply, I stopped taking her anywhere and looked for help.
We tried a chain collar and correction. I even bought an E-collar, but returned it before even trying it. Results of my efforts? She looked at me as if to say, “I’m afraid and now you’re making me even more afraid.” I was devastated.
We no longer went on walks. The only place she went was private agility lessons. We entered through the back door and my instructor had to pretty much stay still in the ring.
That’s when I stumbled upon Absolute Dogs. We started playing the games, particularly focusing on disengagement and confidence games. We didn’t go for a walk for about ten months.
Fast forward, she has been to agility trials. She regularly competes in dock diving. She greets people when they come to the house. Most of all, we go where we want. She no longer barks and lunges at people, strollers, bikers, or even e-boarders. She still doesn’t like being approached by other dogs, but she just looks at them. She doesn’t lunge at them. She no longer makes babies cry. We still play games, just for fun! Games based concept training is perfect for her.

My dogs and I went to Devon for a week of onsite training with AbsoluteDogs. We had a fantastic time and learned so much. Everyone, including the other guests, were all so helpful and friendly. I have 2 Naughty but Nice dogs who are at different ends of the spectrum which keeps life interesting to say the least but the games and help from AbsoluteDogs have helped us so much. When Ash came to live with us in December 2020 he was so shut down I had no idea what to do but the help and techniques from the team at AbsoluteDogs changed our lives!! I went from not being able to get my boy out on a walk him now absolutely loving a walk. I love all the badges and the community so much. It is a friendly and safe place for me to talk to other like minded people. I have met so many amazing people that I am happy to now call friends! The platform has recently had an overhaul and it is so much better now. It is much more user friendly now, especially having the community space and all my badges in one place. My only issue.....there is so much amazing content I want to do it all at once!

If you have a Naughty but Nice Dog, this is the place to be! They truly understand how to help these dogs and their humans. I was a hot mess before finding aD's, so were my dogs! That isn't the case any more <3 Thank you aD's for all you do!!

When I retired I thought I would like a dog for company. I got a little rescue dog from Hungary during the lockdown periods. She had a few issues but was quite easy to manage. However, we couldn't go to training classes at that time and I was worried my lack of experience of owning a dog was limited and I wanted to do the best to help my little rescue girl. Then someone on the rescue Facebook community mentioned absolutedogs online training. This was ideal
and gave me some much knowledge and support. I started with the Sexier than a Squirrel course then 21 days to stress free walking and eventually joined Games Club.Then 15 months ago I decided I'd like another dog before I got too old to be allowed to adopt. So I got Blue, another one from the streets of Hungary. Not sure what made me choose him and I know it is always going to be a risk not being able to meet the dog before adopting. He looked quiet on the video but when I went to pick him up, well wow, I could see he was going to be hectic! Thank goodness for Games Club. I had a really tough time with Blue. I thought he was too much for me to handle. He was manic, never still for a moment. Didn't like being handled, was scared, couldn't focus on me. Thankfully, he felt safe in his crate and would sleep in there without a problem. I had to pull on everything I knew from Games club. Starting with scatter feeding in the mother I let him out as he would hyperventilate when he got outside. I used his food to distract him and get him to focus on me and start to look at me. We began to build a relationship through games. I didn't do walks as he was not ready and for weeks we just played games. We practised walking on a lead after weeks of getting him to let me put a collar and harness on using games. I never had these problems with my other dog. I have had many bad days and struggles with him and my other little one didn't like him as he was too bouncy. Sometimes I looked at other training courses which popped up on Facebook but thought no they are promising quick fixes which wasn't going to happen with Blue, I needed to to be patient and stick to the games. I learnt to manage the 2 dogs with gated areas. Lauren and her team on absolutedogs are so positive and the live videos plus support from the community have helped so much. They talk about problems they have had with their dogs and are honest about when things go wrong for them so I don't feel it's just me and Blue who have the problem. There is so much support with a large bank of games and short courses for specific problems. You can ask questions, get guidance on how to tackle problems joining Games Club is such good value for money. I feel I'm coming through the other side with Blue. He is a lovely, affectionate boy who is very intelligent. Neither of my 2 dogs would have liked being in a class with lots of other dogs so online learning has suited us. We still have lots of struggles but I have the confidence through absolutedogs to work through them and know that no dog is a lost cause and as Lauren says, you are the best owner your dog could have. I know there is support there when I need it.

I received personalised treatment by Sam to get me back into the swing of things. My enthusiasm to get back into full on watching lessons and trying my dogs is entirely due to Sam understanding my issues and dealing with them (and me) with 100% looking for the answers that have been plaguing me.