Testimonials
2023
“Puppy School tutors are chosen for their people-skills as well as their puppy training abilities. Encouragement and praise are used to help you acquire the skills you need to train your puppy. No humiliation or shaming of owners will occur and all lessons are fun and sociable with a happy, friendly atmosphere.”
“The past 6 weeks have been super insightful, a good laugh & heaps of fun.”
GOOGLE REVIEW: “We have just finished the puppy training course with Amanda and our 5 month old puppy whippet, Luna. The past 6 weeks have been super insightful, a good laugh & heaps of fun. Amanda is very knowledgable, patient and totally amazing with the pups! Luna has learnt some very important skills and we’ve learnt as owners so much more about Luna herself; thank you for your time & great efforts Amanda!”
“Darwin LOVES Amanda, and the advice and support I have received from Amanda has been first-rate. She is an amazing teacher/trainer and I would highly recommend her services.”
GOOGLE REVIEW: “I have been using Happy Buddies services for nearly a year now. Darwin (my 16 month old Parson Russel Terrier) has completed Puppy School, SuperPups and most recently Hoppers Level 1! Darwin LOVES Amanda, and the advice and support I have received from Amanda has been first-rate. She is an amazing teacher/trainer and I would highly recommend her services.”
“Our big concern was around recall but this was introduced early in the course and tested regularly and we were very soon confident enough to take him on walks off lead.”
GOOGLE REVIEW: “Our Cavapoochon has just graduated from his six week Puppy School course run by Bella in Reigate. He (and we) loved it. Nice facilities, maximum of 6 dogs, excellent tuition. Our big concern was around recall but this was introduced early in the course and tested regularly and we were very soon confident enough to take him on walks off lead. They also have an excellent supply of products which you can just collect at weekly training. Will look to enrol for some of the more advanced courses early next year.”
“The classes were helpful and a good way to learn how to socialise appropriately.”
GOOGLE REVIEW: “Amanda was so helpful and approachable. The classes were helpful and a good way to learn how to socialise appropriately. Really appreciate being able to message her too. We will be looking to do another class with her next year!”
“The knowledge and patience she has is second to none.”
GOOGLE REVIEW: “We cannot thank Amanda enough. The knowledge and patience she has is second to none! She is always willing to offer advice (even outside classes). She made us feel so welcome and Bailey loved attending classes! We will be back”.
“My dog LOVES her so much which speaks volumes.”
GOOGLE REVIEW: “We have just graduated from our Hoopers beginners class. We had THE best time, Amanda was fantastic - always clear, helpful and armed with chicken and cuddles for all the doggies. My dog LOVES her so much which speaks volumes. Thoroughly recommend Hoopers and Amanda x”.
“We get regular updates and really appreciate the genuine love and care that Amanda shows her every day.”
GOOGLE REVIEW: “Amanda walks our dog regularly and we couldn’t ask for anyone better. Our dog adores her and clearly enjoys their walks. We get regular updates and really appreciate the genuine love and care that Amanda shows her every day. Can’t recommend highly enough”.
“Simply a fantastic course and instructor with great balance of professionalism and fun.”
GOOGLE REVIEW: “We completed the Puppy School course with our new Retriever. Simply a fantastic course and instructor with great balance of professionalism and fun. Couldn’t recommend enough A++”
“The dogs were all at different levels, ours needed more coaxing as they were not very confident and this is where Amanda has such a great talent, she seems to be able to juggle all sorts of personalities (dogs as well as humans) and their learning levels all at once with such confidence and always with a smile on her face!”
FACEBOOK REVIEW: “We attended a puppy training course in Reigate with Amanda and her colleagues when we first had our two puppies Kiki and Phoebe. We learnt so much as did our puppies. We decided to try the Hooper's Canine Training classes which Amanda runs. Again we learnt so much and it was fun for all. The dogs were all at different levels, ours needed more coaxing as they were not very confident and this is where Amanda has such a great talent, she seems to be able to juggle all sorts of personalities (dogs as well as humans) and their learning levels all at once with such confidence and always with a smile on her face! I really don't know how she does it! This is quite obviously her passion though. She really is a talented lady when it comes to dog training we cannot recommend her enough. She has won plenty of awards herself, all very well deserved. Did I mention that all the dogs seem to love her too! Thank you so much Amanda x.”
“I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Amanda if you’re looking for puppy classes and activities to enjoy with your dog.”
GOOGLE REVIEW: “My 5 year old goldendoodle Soda and I have been with Amanda from the very start from puppy classes through to Hoopers. I can highly recommend Hoopers as a fun activity for both dogs and their humans!! It’s very much a team activity and we both get so much out of it. On our second attempt we’ve just completed the Level 3 Silver Award. Amanda is so patient, supportive and encouraging and Soda loves her to distraction!! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Amanda if you’re looking for puppy classes and activities to enjoy with your dog.”
“We’ve just completed the Hoopers beginners course and our Labrador Lottie absolutely loved it.”
GOOGLE REVIEW: “We’ve just completed the Hoopers beginners course and our Labrador Lottie absolutely loved it. Having completed puppy school and puppy college we knew that Amanda would be a great teacher as always and the classes would also be really fun. Lottie needs loads of exercise (normally at least 2 hours of walking a day) but hoopers now means that we can do an hour walk and then fun play later in the day (without Lottie getting bored) with the bits of equipment that we have cobbled together based on Amanda’s cheap hacks. This will also be an absolute godsend when Lottie goes into season. Thanks again Amanda for an amazing course and see you at Hoopers Bronze in November.”
“It was a lovely fun class which both humans and dogs enjoyed with lots of laughs along the way.”
WEBSITE REVIEW: “Daisy & I have just completed the Beginners Hoopers class. We are already booked onto the Bronze later this year. It was a lovely fun class which both humans and dogs enjoyed with lots of laughs along the way.”
“Amanda’s classes and workshops are 1st class.”
GOOGLE REVIEW: “Amanda’s classes and workshops are 1st class. Excellent knowledge of how to get the best out of pups and their owners! Highly recommend.”
“I’ve been to all of Amanda’s classes and this one has not disappointed!”
GOOGLE REVIEW: “We have just completed the Silver Hoopers course! I’ve been to all of Amanda’s classes and this one has not disappointed! Not only do I love it but my 3 year old dog does as well! It combines fun and a good brain work out for us both!!! Amanda’s support for us all is outstanding! Roll on the Gold level!!”
“We found the courses to be invaluable, and they provided some much needed reassurance and confidence during the challenging early puppy stages.”
GOOGLE REVIEW: “We can’t recommend Happy Buddies enough! Our Welsh Terrier puppy has now completed both Puppy School and Canine College, and we look forward to starting Beginners Hoopers soon! We found the courses to be invaluable, and they provided some much needed reassurance and confidence during the challenging early puppy stages. Amanda and Bella are amazing trainers, and their knowledge and support has been a massive help to us as first time puppy parents!”
“You provide such a fun and supportive atmosphere in all your classes and your way with dogs is just incredible…they just love being around you.”
FACEBOOK REVIEW: “Puhcho knew exactly where he was going every Tuesday evening for the last six weeks, and was so excited to be back in Amanda’s company again! After graduating from another Happy Buddies course - ‘Hoopers Bronze’, firstly I want to say a massive THANK YOU to Amanda. You provide such a fun and supportive atmosphere in all your classes and your way with dogs is just incredible…they just love being around you. It’s so lovely to see them all run up to you after completing a course seeking out a ‘well done’ cuddle!Puhcho is not great around other dogs, but it just amazes me that when we run a course together he forgets his surroundings and is so focused on me and the obstacles in front of him (unless there’s a stray sausage hidden in the sand). So if you’re looking to build a stronger bond with your dog, develop existing training skills, and have some fun then look no further…Happy Buddies Hoopers is just for you!Hoopers Silver and Super Pup courses are next on our list…and I wouldn’t even consider looking elsewhere because Puhcho and I just think Amanda is a fabulous trainer.”
“ I moved away 2 years ago and travel the hour it takes to get to classes because I wouldn’t even contemplate going anywhere else!”
FACEBOOK REVIEW: “Luna (my beautiful Border Collie) & I have just completed the Bronze level of Hoopers with Amanda. Over the past 5 years we have been through Puppy School, Canine College, First Aid for Dogs, Beginners Hoopers, Bronze Hoopers and 2 private sessions with Amanda & Happy Buddies. Amanda is AMAZING!!! There are no words adequate enough to express just how good she is. I truly believe that what she doesn’t know about dog training, isn’t worth knowing. Luna (as do all the dogs I’ve seen) absolutely adores her. I moved away 2 years ago and travel the hour it takes to get to classes because I wouldn’t even contemplate going anywhere else! Luna & I are now signed up for Hoopers Silver level in September. Great fun for all … 2 legged & 4 legged! Can’t wait!”
“She is such a supportive encouraging trainer and always makes you and the pup feel at ease.”
FACEBOOK REVIEW: “Winnie and I have done Puppy School, Canine College, and two of the Hoopers courses with Amanda. She is such a supportive encouraging trainer and always makes you and the pup feel at ease. She has always been on hand for advice when we have completed courses and has offered such vital support being an owner. We loved Hoopers, and are looking forward to the silver course!”
“We have learnt and built upon basic training and really enjoyed a brief Hoopers trial which River thought was great fun.”
FACEBOOK REVIEW: “River adored Puppy classes and Amanda was amazing. She is 100% River’s favourite person. We have learnt and built upon basic training and really enjoyed a brief hoopers trial which River thought was great fun. We’re really looking forward to starting super pups in a few weeks and then will be booking hoopers. For positive socialisation and lots of fun.”
“Would highly recommend.”
GOOGLE REVIEW: “Baxter, our Chocolate Lab pup (and me) had 6 fantastic sessions with Bella on the Happy Buddies puppy training. Would highly recommend.”
“She offers the right mix of theory, practice, practical tips and advice.”
GOOGLE REVIEW: “Highly recommend - Bella our teacher was brilliant. She offers the right mix of theory, practice, practical tips and advice. If you are looking for puppy lessons, look no further. Happy Buddies was recommended to us, I’m glad we completed puppy lessons with Happy Buddies.”
“As first time dog owners the classes were invaluable for giving us confidence.”
EMAIL: “Thank you to Amanda for her brilliant classes. Ben loved coming and enjoyed all the different activities. As first time dog owners the classes were invaluable for giving us confidence.”
“The class was supportive and friendly and it was lovely to meet puppies of different breeds and sizes.”
EMAIL: “The class was supportive and friendly and it was lovely to meet puppies of different breeds and sizes. Bella has a relaxed and informal manner with a good sense of humour which made the classes fun, even when our puppy was excitable and not paying attention! Bella was also knowledgable and gave useful tips and guidance. She was encouraging and helpful with specific advice. Both Amanda and Bella are very responsive in responding to queries by text too which is incredibly helpful. I would thoroughly recommend the training, thank you.”
“Happy Buddies is the place to go I couldn’t be happier with the classes.”
GOOGLE “Highly recommend Puppy School to anyone with a new pup, so much information given in the class, Bella was brilliant with my German Shepherd she went above and beyond with him giving lots of tip. Happy Buddies is the place to go I couldn’t be happier with the classes. Thank you so much to Bella and the team.”
“Very comprehensive, super communication between classes and a friendly, fun group.”
GOOGLE “Wonderful training from start to finish. Very comprehensive, super communication between classes and a friendly, fun group. Would highly recommend to all pups and owners! Bella was brilliant!”
“You receive the class content either by handout or email and the classes consists of Amanda demonstrating with one of the puppies first and then you practice yourself whilst she watches and gives you pointers how to improve..”
GOOGLE AND FACEBOOK REVIEW: “Amanda and her classes are fantastic and really help both you and your puppy! We are 1st time dog owners with a very excitable and energetic labrador puppy called Lottie. We hadn't heard about Amanda initially and had a couple of private sessions from another dog trainer in our area to help us prepare ourselves and our home. Our trainer was great but was moving to another county and recommended that we go to puppy school and the only trainer that she would recommend near us was Amanda. Amanda is lovely, highly knowledgeable and has a gift with dogs....Lottie loves her! The classes are fun, relaxed, friendly and very informative/helpful. You receive the class content either by handout or email and the classes consists of Amanda demonstrating with one of the puppies first and then you practice yourself whilst she watches and gives you pointers how to improve. You can join a class whatsapp group if you so choose and Amanda encourages you to provide videos and photos on how you are getting on, she'll then give feedback and help, you are therefore not only getting the training in the classes but are also getting support in between. Lottie has now completed the Puppy School course and also Canine College and we are enrolling on the Hoopers training once she has had her 1st season. We can't recommend Amanda and her courses highly enough, just make sure you book in early enough as the courses get booked up fast!”
“We’re booked in for SuperPup classes as we are very impressed with Amanda’s knowledge, experience and organisation and management of her training classes.”
“We really enjoyed Amanda’s Puppy School classes, we learnt so much and had fun. Our puppy had a great experience meeting other pups and their owners. We’re booked in for SuperPup classes as we are very impressed with Amanda’s knowledge, experience and organisation and management of her training classes. Amanda went the extra mile when it came to advising on queries outside of the classes regarding our puppy’s well-being needs which we really appreciated. Liz was so welcoming on arrival and helped settle puppies during classes with techniques and delicious treats. Great team work. Thank you Amanda and Liz.”
“Amanda manages to get exactly the right balance between knowledgeable teaching (she has *serious* dog wisdom and skills) and making the whole thing fun for pooches and owners.”
“We have become huge fans of Amanda! First, we did Puppy School virtually in lockdown and Amanda managed these sessions brilliantly, despite the obvious challenges. And we’ve now just completed Level 2 Canine Hoopers - such fun! Amanda manages to get exactly the right balance between knowledgeable teaching (she has *serious* dog wisdom and skills) and making the whole thing fun for pooches and owners. We’ll certainly be back for more.”