Michael Tucker’s Dog Training School

Michael Tucker has been a dog trainer for over 60 years. His career started as a hobby. It led to training police dogs in the Royal Air Force, then 20 years training guide dogs for the blind in the U.K. and Australia, He has had his own dog training school since early 1975, now situated in very pleasant surroundings in Eltham.

He works on his own. Author of 6 dog training books; he continues to write many articles. He has trained more than 18,000 dogs and owners. Very simple methods are used in training dogs and handlers. Great emphasis is placed on showing dogs what to do and immediate vocal praise given upon every favourable response. Training is based on the proven principal of mutual affection and respect. A wide range of services is provided, the prime one being individual tuition. Home visits are also undertaken. Special courses covering all grades of obedience, tracking and courses for instructors can be arranged for dog clubs upon request. Problems nearly always lie with the owners and not so much with their dogs! Assessments are made, clear explanations given and owners are shown how to correct and handle the problems. With his wealth of knowledge and experience, he gives numerous talks to a variety of groups of people. Talks are tailored to the age groups and interests of particular audiences. Past President of AAPDT. Now Life Member.