Rixton Dog School Reviews

25 Reviews


L Tyler-Rutherford, September 2021

Debra is amazing with our dogs and goes above and beyond. Professional, personable and knowledgeable.


Penelope Fitzpatrick, October 2020

Debra assessed my dog to be a Pets As Therapy dog but sadly he wasn’t suitable at the time. The feedback and encouragement she offered has not only helped us progress toward this goal but Todd is an all round much happier dog at home too.

She is knowledgeable but realistic and offers amazing support and all with humour. She does the PAT work voluntarily, so we weren’t expecting the level of support we got. She’s wonderful!


Jan Trainor, October 2020

Deb is caring of dogs and owners, but very clear and honest about safety and good care of your dog

She is sensitive to the needs of different dogs, and gives lots of free advice and support, far beyond the service we pay for

She is also extremely skilled and knowledgable, ensures safety, and designs classes to meet needs of individual dogs and their owners


Mark Goucher, October 2020

The friendly team at Rixton Dog School provide reassuring help and guidance for first time puppy owners. They put the health and well being of your dog at the centre of their training. All instructions are clear and repeated often to gain confidence. All this is done with humour and patience which makes it a winner


Jackie Roberts, October 2020

Excellent puppy class ,


Jessica Nuttall, October 2020

We have competed our first class with rixton, I would recommend and cant wait to go back. Its not only fun for luna it is for us also


Angela Akgun, October 2020

I can’t recommend Rixton Dog School highly enough. The staff are excellent-very skilled and knowledgable. My dog has responded brilliantly to the positive techniques employed. Their approach works and I wouldn’t take my dog anywhere else.


Paula Orrell, October 2020

Debra is knowledgeable, loves dogs, is great fun and supportive.


Bev Moran, October 2020

Enjoyable and informative dog training in a safe environment from puppy basics to advanced.


Chris King, October 2020

Expert teachers and a great atmosphere! Couldn’t find a better place to bond with your dogs!


Jan Rawes, October 2020

I first went to the school with my pup of 12 weeks upon recommendation from others. Almost two years later I’m still going to classes and will be forever I think! My “pup” enjoys it and so do I. The classes are kept small and organised and well run. There is always something to learn and the advice and information is welcomed and easy to understand...what’s more..it works! I have also decided to ask for an extra class per week .

I have recommended the school to many and will continue to do so. Debra, the owner of the school is a first class tutor and facilitator...highly recommended indeed.


Nicola Carlisle, October 2020

Debra has been amazing with my Special Springer. She has food allergies so training has been difficult. Debra has adapted training every step of the way so that we can keep pace with the others in our class


Sharon Allen, October 2020

A genuinely dog friendly company who go the extra mile for its customers - a real ambassador for the dog owning community and a brilliant example of a company sharing your company's values and focus!


Sue Palmer-Tarburton, October 2020

Have tried several dog training schools over the years but Rixton is by far the best.


Lesley Knight, October 2020

Absolutely top class training and advice - all in the dogs best interest.


Lucie Le flohic, October 2020

Rixton dog school is one of the best dog training schools, the classes are professional fun and exciting, and you can see the huge difference that it makes to the owners and dogs. I recommend Rixton Dog School to anyone as I know Debra will be able to help.


Christine Inglis, October 2020

Wonderful trainer, friendly classes, my dogs love going, wouldn’t change at all.


Cathy Wallington, October 2020

An amazing place to train your dog. Debra is very supportive, welcoming and highly knowledgeable.


Hayley McLarnon, October 2020

Debra is an excellent facilitator and listener. She is able to adapt her classes to suit each dog and each owner(s) so that each partnership feels that they have achieved something each session. Rixton Dog School is a very accepting and open-minded school with classes for every ability level (dogs and owners!!).


James Taylor, October 2020

Amazing dog school, I took my boy as a pup and he’s still going now learning KC rally. Debra is fab, down to earth, knows her stuff, and goes above and beyond for her clients and their doggies.


Keith Boardman, October 2020

We used Debra with all 3 of our dogs with positive results.


Corrine Lisle-harding, October 2020

Debra is an incredible trainer! She knows dog training and behaviour inside out clearly, but what makes Debra really standout is that she builds a brilliant rapport with all clients and keeps them engaged, motivated, working at their individual level and most importantly, giggling!


Marlene McLean, October 2020

excellent trainers


Catherine Birchall, October 2020

Excellent, knowledgeable dog friendly environment and trainers.


Claudia Brookshaw-Tyler, September 2020

Debra has always gone above and beyond for her clients but during lockdown offered much needed advise, support and encouragement via FaceTime, thoughtful texts and calls.

She set challenges on the Facebook page to keep us all entertained and was always there to help.

Her affinity with the animals and clients alike is second to none and she’s actually an unsung hero.