800+ dog owners across Yorkshire, Sussex, Perth and California came to us exhausted, embarrassed, and ready to give up. Read and watch what happened next. Every review on this page is real — no edits, no actors, no cherry-picking.
Takes 3 minutes. We'll respond within 24 hours.These owners were exactly where you are right now — skeptical, exhausted, and ready to give up. Here is what happened next.
"He was a demon. Three days later he sat in a café without reacting once."
Taylor's reactive Chihuahua Gumbo had been barking at every dog and person he saw. After the 3-day bootcamp he ran off-lead with dogs of all sizes and sat calmly in a café — something that had never happened before.
"I spent £1,500 on another company first. I should've just come here."
Multiple owners from the same bootcamp week share their stories — dog reactivity, human reactivity, no guests allowed at home. By Day 5 they were in a pub together. One owner says he'd have done it years sooner if he'd known.
"He took Loki on a bus, into a packed train station at 9am. This has changed my life."
Ray and his Husky Loki went from being unable to walk together to navigating rush-hour train stations and busy city streets. Ray says the bootcamp didn't just change his dog — it changed his relationship and his life.
"After three or four trainers you think — is anyone actually going to make a difference?"
A Border Collie owner who'd been through multiple trainers with no result. One technique change turned things around almost immediately. They sat in a beer garden with other dogs for an hour and a half — something they'd hidden from for years.
"I would've paid more if I'd known I was going to get this result."
Jude came in totally against e-collars. By Day 2 her Labrador Blue was calm around other dogs in the arena. She says it felt like a dream — and that the e-collar is now her safety net she won't walk without.
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"Six months on — Blue's off lead 90% of the time and doesn't give a damn about other dogs."
Jude checks back in six months after the bootcamp. Blue's recall is rock solid, walks are off-lead for hours, and his confidence is phenomenal. She drove 6 hours home in silence — compared to the journey up where he barked the entire way.
"We can finally take her out in the motorhome again. We can go wherever we want."
Joan's Border Collie Missy would spot a dog from a mile away and panic. Previous trainers made her worse. After the bootcamp Missy walked calmly between other dogs on the course — and Joan says she can now walk where she wants, not where she has to.
"He was dangerous. Last night was the first time he slept all night since we got him."
Helen travelled from Scotland with Murphy, a 1-year-old Cocker Spaniel who was aggressive, unpredictable, and had to be on a trailing lead inside the house at all times. By the end of the week she was doing the dishes with him calm at her feet — for the first time ever.
"First time off the lead — no private field, no £5 fee. Just the woods."
This Staffy owner had been paying £5 a time to hire a private enclosed field just to let his dog run. His dog's reactivity to other dogs was spreading to people too. Post-bootcamp he's taking him to beaches, woods, and parks — off lead, with confidence.
"He ran after a kid and got there just in time. If we didn't act, action would've been taken for us."
Andy's 15-month-old Schnauzer Tony was reactive to children and other dogs, and had been running off in parks. Andy came in sceptical about e-collars and prong collars after seeing media coverage. By the end of the week Tony was sat calmly in a room being stared at by strangers — completely unbothered.
"Echo got bitten as a pup and went absolutely bonkers at every dog. Now she's in a room with 16 of them."
Echo's reactivity started after being nipped as a 2-month-old puppy. Her owners had tried toys, redirection, YouTube — nothing stopped the behaviour. By Day 2 they couldn't believe what they were seeing. Their advice to anyone apprehensive: "There's nowhere on the internet that teaches you how to stop a behaviour. This does."
"There was no tunnel before. Now there's light at the end of it."
Jenny's big reactive dog Gus went from intense lead reactions to off-lead walks anywhere. Six weeks after the bootcamp, her family said "it's like a different dog." She loves that she can keep coming back to weekly classes — and admits 80% of the problem was her own anxiety, not the dog.
"He didn't know his own name. Now he's off-lead at 12pm on a Saturday with loads of dogs around."
Before the bootcamp, this Raven Shepherd cross didn't respond to his name, had no recall, and was reactive to other dogs. His owners used to walk him at 5am and late at night to avoid other dogs. Five months on, they're out at midday in the sunshine, off-lead, surrounded by dogs — and he's not ruling their life anymore.
"We were dog-sharing with my parents just to keep the peace. That's over now."
Brody the Spaniel was reactive to dogs and people, and had started fighting with the family's French Bulldog at home — forcing them to rotate dogs between houses. He'd been tried on prong collars and e-collars before with no success. After the bootcamp, Brody is calm on walks, manageable around strangers, and back living at home full-time.
"A Collie that walks on a loose lead past horses. I didn't think that was possible."
Jess is a rescue Collie with a dangerous obsession with horses and cars — she couldn't be let out in the garden unsupervised. Her owner came with real reservations about the tools used, but left with a dog that walks calmly on a loose lead past the very horses that had been the problem. "Farm dog to sofa dog," she said on the last day.
"A board-and-train had her for six weeks and said they couldn't do anything. One bootcamp week later."
Lala is an English Staffy who grew up in New Zealand and had never been properly socialised. Her owner tried multiple trainers, prong collars, and a six-week board-and-train that sent her back unchanged. At YCA she went from zero-to-100 reactivity to voluntarily jumping into a crate in the car — something her owner had never seen before.
"I want to go to the pub on Sunday. First time I've ever said that without dreading it."
Remy became reactive after growing pains stopped him walking at six months old. His owner had done extensive training, tried positive-only classes (which made him worse), prong collars, and e-collars — but the underlying anxiety never went away. After the bootcamp she's not managing him, she's trusting him. Her plan for the weekend: pub, then beach.
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"I booked onto the YCA bootcamp wanting to fine tune my pointer who had recently started picking fights with big lads & had blown through his e-collar chasing a deer. I left completely in awe of the transformations of Aled and the 13 other very individual & beautifully spicy dogs we attended with. 5-days with this lovely bunch has gifted me the tools, knowledge, and confidence to move forward with Aled in a way that feels like we're finally talking the same language. It's been so refreshing and a real joy to work with trainers that bring such passion, energy, and genuine care to their work, support & guidance. 12.5/10 would recommend."
"Outstanding, No-Nonsense, Life-Changing. We've just completed the Yorkshire Canine Academy's intensive dog training bootcamp, and it has been nothing short of transformative for me and my dog, Bisley. This programme specialises in reactivity and behaviour, and their no-nonsense, hard-line approach is exactly what we needed — firm, fair, structured, and incredibly effective. Kirky led the team with calm reassurance and absolute clarity, setting the tone from day one. If you're serious about changing your dog's behaviour and ready to put in the work, Yorkshire Canine Academy delivers results. We couldn't recommend them more highly."
"I attended the 5 day bootcamp with my dog in March. He was people and dog reactive (and traffic, cyclists, anything that moved really!). Walks with him pre-bootcamp were stressful, carefully planned, restrictive and involved a lot of avoidance. He is now a pleasure to walk, and he loves going out and seeing people/dogs/etc as he is now in the calmer state where he can get to interact more with the environment. My world now with my dog has opened up, best of all my dog is happier and I feel an even closer bond with him than we had before this training."
"We came to YCA with our Rottweiler Bane who had severe dog reactivity — he would lunge, bark, and growl at every dog he saw. We had tried multiple trainers before with no success. The team at YCA were absolutely incredible. By day 3 Bane was walking calmly past other dogs. The transformation was unbelievable. I would recommend this to anyone who is struggling with a reactive dog."
"If you don't want to read the full review, I'll save you time: their method works. 5 stars. We came with a dog that was reactive to everything — other dogs, people, bikes, cars. The structured approach and the tools they teach you give you real, practical control. The trainers are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in every dog's progress. We left with a completely different dog and the confidence to maintain it."
"We attended the 5-day bootcamp with our Malinois mix Zara who had severe reactivity to dogs and people. The team were absolutely brilliant — professional, knowledgeable, and so supportive throughout the whole week. The results were incredible. By day 4 she was walking calmly past other dogs and people. I would recommend this to anyone who is struggling with a reactive dog. It is worth every penny."
"I cannot recommend YCA enough. We came with our two dogs who react when together — making it impossible to have a stress-free walk or include them in everyday life. The bootcamp gave us the tools, the structure, and the confidence to manage them both. The trainers were exceptional — calm, clear, and incredibly effective. Our lives with our dogs have been transformed."
"We attended with our two Cockapoos who had developed reactivity to other dogs. We had tried reward-based training, one-to-one sessions, and group classes — nothing worked long-term. YCA's approach was completely different. By the end of the week both dogs were walking calmly past other dogs. The trainers were fantastic — so patient, so knowledgeable, and so passionate about what they do. We are travelling from London on Saturdays just to attend their socialisation classes."
"Attended the bootcamp with my GSD who had been reactive for 3 years. I had tried everything — positive reinforcement, clicker training, multiple one-to-one sessions. Nothing worked. YCA's approach was completely different and the results were immediate. By Day 2 he was walking calmly past other dogs. The trainers are exceptional — knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in every dog. I cannot recommend this highly enough."
"We came with our rescue Becki who had been through a lot before we got her. She was reactive to dogs, people, and anything unpredictable. The team at YCA were so understanding of her history and tailored the training to her specific needs. By the end of the week she was a different dog. The ongoing support after the bootcamp is brilliant too — we don't feel like we've been left to figure it out alone."
"Drove from Harrogate every day for the week and it was absolutely worth every minute of the commute. Our Border Terrier Pip had been reactive since she was 18 months old — lunging at cyclists, joggers, other dogs. By Wednesday she was walking calmly past all of them. The trainers are exceptional and the facility is incredible. I've already recommended it to three friends."
"Made the trip up from Sheffield and I'd do it again in a heartbeat. Our Staffie cross had been reactive to other dogs for four years. We'd tried two other trainers and a group class — nothing stuck. At YCA, by Day 3 he was walking calmly past dogs in the arena. By Day 5 we were in a pub garden. I cried on the drive home — happy tears."
"I booked onto the YCA bootcamp wanting to fine tune my pointer who had recently started picking fights with big lads & had blown through his e-collar chasing a deer. I left completely in awe of the transformations of Aled and the 13 other very individual & beautifully spicy dogs we attended with. 5-days with this lovely bunch has gifted me the tools, knowledge, and confidence to move forward with Aled in a way that feels like we're finally talking the same language. It's been so refreshing and a real joy to work with trainers that bring such passion, energy, and genuine care to their work, support & guidance. 12.5/10 would recommend."
"Outstanding, No-Nonsense, Life-Changing. We've just completed the Yorkshire Canine Academy's intensive dog training bootcamp, and it has been nothing short of transformative for me and my dog, Bisley. This programme specialises in reactivity and behaviour, and their no-nonsense, hard-line approach is exactly what we needed — firm, fair, structured, and incredibly effective. Kirky led the team with calm reassurance and absolute clarity, setting the tone from day one. If you're serious about changing your dog's behaviour and ready to put in the work, Yorkshire Canine Academy delivers results. We couldn't recommend them more highly."
"I attended the 5 day bootcamp with my dog in March. He was people and dog reactive (and traffic, cyclists, anything that moved really!). Walks with him pre-bootcamp were stressful, carefully planned, restrictive and involved a lot of avoidance. He is now a pleasure to walk, and he loves going out and seeing people/dogs/etc as he is now in the calmer state where he can get to interact more with the environment. My world now with my dog has opened up, best of all my dog is happier and I feel an even closer bond with him than we had before this training."
"We came to YCA with our Rottweiler Bane who had severe dog reactivity — he would lunge, bark, and growl at every dog he saw. We had tried multiple trainers before with no success. The team at YCA were absolutely incredible. By day 3 Bane was walking calmly past other dogs. The transformation was unbelievable. I would recommend this to anyone who is struggling with a reactive dog."
"If you don't want to read the full review, I'll save you time: their method works. 5 stars. We came with a dog that was reactive to everything — other dogs, people, bikes, cars. The structured approach and the tools they teach you give you real, practical control. The trainers are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in every dog's progress. We left with a completely different dog and the confidence to maintain it."
"We attended the 5-day bootcamp with our Malinois mix Zara who had severe reactivity to dogs and people. The team were absolutely brilliant — professional, knowledgeable, and so supportive throughout the whole week. The results were incredible. By day 4 she was walking calmly past other dogs and people. I would recommend this to anyone who is struggling with a reactive dog. It is worth every penny."
"I cannot recommend YCA enough. We came with our two dogs who react when together — making it impossible to have a stress-free walk or include them in everyday life. The bootcamp gave us the tools, the structure, and the confidence to manage them both. The trainers were exceptional — calm, clear, and incredibly effective. Our lives with our dogs have been transformed."
"We attended with our two Cockapoos who had developed reactivity to other dogs. We had tried reward-based training, one-to-one sessions, and group classes — nothing worked long-term. YCA's approach was completely different. By the end of the week both dogs were walking calmly past other dogs. The trainers were fantastic — so patient, so knowledgeable, and so passionate about what they do. We are travelling from London on Saturdays just to attend their socialisation classes."
"Attended the bootcamp with my GSD who had been reactive for 3 years. I had tried everything — positive reinforcement, clicker training, multiple one-to-one sessions. Nothing worked. YCA's approach was completely different and the results were immediate. By Day 2 he was walking calmly past other dogs. The trainers are exceptional — knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in every dog. I cannot recommend this highly enough."
"We came with our rescue Becki who had been through a lot before we got her. She was reactive to dogs, people, and anything unpredictable. The team at YCA were so understanding of her history and tailored the training to her specific needs. By the end of the week she was a different dog. The ongoing support after the bootcamp is brilliant too — we don't feel like we've been left to figure it out alone."
“I’m currently sitting in a busy pub writing this with my previously nervous, dog-reactive little Staffy, Lala, un-phased by her surroundings, calmly settled and snoring beside me. I honestly feel like I could cry happy tears, because I’ve been told so many times before that this would never be possible for us. Since leaving, I’ve taken Lala to cafes, busy parks OFF LEAD, on trains/tubes, and into situations I would have avoided completely before. She feels like a different dog, but still completely herself… just calmer, more confident, and able to enjoy the world more. I feel like a different owner too.”
“After 3 years of trying everyone and everything to help us with our extreme reactive Frenchie, we took the plunge and signed up to SCCA’s 5-day bootcamp. Guided by Kelly, Sam and the team, we built a foundation of calmness and communication over the first 2 days. By Wednesday we were visiting cafes. By Thursday we were out off-lead, fully under control. All 7 dogs on our course were hugely changed without their personalities being suppressed. It is no exaggeration to say going on SCCA bootcamp was one of the best things I’ve ever done — literally life-changing for Seamus.”
“To say SCCA transformed both my dog’s life and my own is an understatement. I went from having a Rottweiler lunging and barking at the sight of a dog, to being off-lead running through fields enjoying herself by the 4th day. Walks with Hazel used to be exhausting, and I dreaded taking her anywhere. We now have the tools and ability to communicate so much better. Knowing she is happier, more confident, and no longer living with fear and stress means more to me than I can put into words. If you’re considering the 5-day bootcamp, don’t think twice.”
“Before we found Kelly, we were genuinely considering giving Bailey up. It was heartbreaking, but life at home had become so stressful that we felt completely out of our depth. Bailey was constantly reacting, jumping up, pulling on the lead, and ignoring us. From SCCA’s very first training session, Kelly made us feel understood rather than judged. Her advice was clear, practical, and easy to follow, and the difference has been unbelievable. Bailey is now calm, responsive, and so much happier. Kelly didn’t just help train our dog; she helped keep our family together.”
“The 5-day bootcamp results exceeded our expectations. My rescue ex-sheepdog Jess is very sensitive and reactive to horses. Through clear guidance, practical training and a supportive atmosphere, we watched each dog make incredible progress. The highlight was seeing all seven dogs enjoying an off-lead walk together, followed by a relaxed hangout at the pub — something that would have seemed impossible just days earlier. SCCA gives you practical tools, clear boundaries and a realistic training approach designed for life beyond the bootcamp.”
“I cannot recommend SCCA enough! Walks with our rescued Rottie Hazel used to be a chore — we had to concentrate so much on avoiding other dogs to prevent lunging, barking and growling. Sceptical at first because other trainers had been rubbish, I was proven completely wrong. The transformation over a single week has been unbelievable. Kelly is fantastic with a real calling to help people and their dogs. Hazel is now a pleasure to walk on and off-lead, and we have the tools to fix any future bad behaviours.”
“I cannot recommend Perth Canine Academy enough. I came with a 4-year-old Kelpie x Border Collie who was extremely reactive to other dogs. Within 5 days, the transformation was incredible. The trainers are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely passionate about helping both dogs and owners. I now have the tools and confidence to manage and continue improving my dog's behaviour. If you're struggling with a reactive dog, don't hesitate — this programme is worth every cent.”
“We attended the 5-day bootcamp with our reactive German Shepherd. The results were beyond what we could have hoped for. By Day 3 he was walking calmly past other dogs. The trainers are exceptional — professional, warm, and incredibly skilled. The programme gave us the tools and confidence to continue the work at home. Absolutely life-changing for our whole family.”
“Our rescue Staffy had been reactive to dogs and people since we adopted him two years ago. We'd tried positive-only training, a behaviourist, and group classes — nothing made a lasting difference. Perth Canine Academy was the last resort. Within three days he was unrecognisable. The team are brilliant and the ongoing support has been fantastic.”
“I was sceptical before attending — I'd heard a lot of promises from trainers before. But Perth Canine Academy delivered. My Labrador was reactive to everything — dogs, people, bikes. By the end of the week she was walking calmly past all of them. The trainers are in a completely different league. I've already recommended it to three friends.”
“Our Belgian Malinois had been reactive to dogs and people since she was 18 months old. We'd been told by two trainers that she was 'too much'. Perth Canine Academy didn't flinch. By Day 4 she was walking calmly past strangers. The trainers are extraordinary — calm, confident, and completely in control. Cannot recommend highly enough.”
“Came with our reactive Border Collie who had been causing us stress for three years. We'd spent thousands on other trainers with no lasting results. One week at Perth Canine Academy and the difference is extraordinary. The structured approach, the tools, the real-world exposure — it works. The trainers are brilliant and genuinely invested in every dog's progress.”
“The Global Canine Academy California bootcamp was nothing short of transformational. Our reactive Goldendoodle had been a source of stress on every walk for two years. We'd tried group classes, private trainers, and a board-and-train with no lasting results. By Day 3 she was walking calmly past other dogs. By Day 5 we were at an outdoor restaurant. I genuinely couldn't believe it was the same dog.”
“I drove 3 hours to attend the California bootcamp with my reactive Pit Bull mix. Worth every mile. The trainers are exceptional — knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in every dog's progress. My dog went from lunging at every dog we passed to walking calmly off-leash by the end of the week. The tools and techniques they teach actually work in the real world.”
“Our Australian Shepherd had been reactive to dogs and people since she was a puppy. We'd spent over $3,000 on trainers with no lasting results. One week at GCA California and the difference is extraordinary. The structured approach, the real-world exposure, the tools — it all works together in a way nothing else we'd tried did. Highly recommend to anyone in California struggling with a reactive dog.”
“I was sceptical — I'd heard a lot of promises from trainers before. But GCA California delivered. My Belgian Malinois was reactive to everything. By the end of the week he was walking calmly past dogs, people, and cyclists. The trainers are in a completely different league from anyone else I've worked with. I've already recommended it to four people.”
“Attended with my rescue Husky who had been reactive to dogs and people since I adopted him. The GCA team were so patient and so skilled. By the end of the week he was walking calmly through a busy outdoor market. The programme gave us the tools and confidence to continue the work at home. Absolutely life-changing.”
“The California bootcamp exceeded every expectation. Our German Shepherd had been reactive to dogs and strangers for three years. We'd been told by a behaviourist that she'd 'always be a management case'. GCA proved them wrong. By Day 4 she was off-leash in a park with other dogs. I still can't quite believe it. The team are brilliant.”
"I was at the end of my tether with my 4-year-old Labrador. I honestly thought I was going to have to give him up. My dog changed after two days. By day 5 he sat calmly in a pub garden while other dogs walked past. I have my dog back."
"We've spent thousands on other trainers. This is the first time we've actually seen a change. It's not just training the dog — it's training us. The 5-day format means you actually understand why it works, not just what to do."
"I attended the bootcamp at the beginning of November after struggling with dog reactivity for 6 years and seeing multiple trainers with no result. This was the best decision I've ever made. I now walk at prime times hoping to see dogs — finding opportunities to train around them."
"I used to walk him at midnight to avoid people. Now I can walk him through the park with my head held high. The confidence this has given me is priceless. The bootcamp didn't just change my dog — it changed how I feel about being a dog owner."
"When people ask how the YCA bootcamp went I tell them: it is the best thing I've ever done and the best money I've ever spent. Before my journey with YCA I thought the prong and the e-collar were barbaric. By the end of the week I was in situations I would only ever have dreamed about with Lucie — and it was real."
"He was reactive to children and other dogs. It was embarrassing. Now he's a different dog. The bootcamp is intense — genuinely exhausting — but by Day 3 you start to see it. By Day 5 you can't believe what you're watching. Our lives are much less stressful."
"I cannot rate YCA highly enough. What we achieved in 5 days was astounding — after 5 years of trepidation going anywhere with my dog, I am now going out anywhere and Mishka is doing great. Any issues are easily sorted using all the valuable lessons we learned. I would recommend YCA 100%."
"We were dog-sharing with my parents just to keep the peace. Brody had started fighting with our French Bulldog at home — forcing us to rotate dogs between houses. After the bootcamp, Brody is calm on walks, manageable around strangers, and back living at home full-time. That's the result."
"I spent £1,500 on another company first. I should've just come here. The difference is the immersion — five consecutive days means the learning compounds. There's no seven-day gap for the wrong habits to come back. By Friday I was in a pub with my dog and he fell asleep at my feet."
"He didn't know his own name. Now he's off-lead at 12pm on a Saturday with loads of dogs around. We used to walk at 5am and late at night to avoid other dogs. Five months on, we're out at midday in the sunshine, off-lead, surrounded by dogs — and he's not ruling our life anymore."
"Helen travelled from Scotland with Murphy, a 1-year-old Cocker Spaniel who was aggressive and unpredictable — on a trailing lead inside the house at all times. By the end of the week she was doing the dishes with him calm at her feet. For the first time ever."
"We brought our rescue Bulgarian Street dog Luna to YCA to help us get her off lead. Her prey drive would win every single time. Now knowing how the e-collar has helped Luna gain freedom and fulfilment — being able to run around like a lunatic — I would have signed up sooner. All our walks are now off lead."
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Most dog training reviews you'll find online are written after a handful of weekly sessions where the dog performed well in a controlled environment. Global Canine Academy reviews are different because the programme itself is different. The 5-day intensive bootcamp puts you and your dog through real-world situations — busy parks, pubs, off-lead fields, and unpredictable public spaces — every single day for five consecutive days.
The results you see in the testimonials above are not the product of a dog that learned to sit nicely in a training hall. They are the product of owners who trained alongside their dogs in the exact situations that used to cause them dread. That is why the reviews consistently mention things like "I can finally walk him in the middle of the day" and "we can take her to public places now" — because that is precisely what the programme is designed to deliver, at every one of our centres.
Global Canine Academy was founded by Jacob Morgan and Ian Kirke. Jacob has trained over 2,500 dogs and mentors trainers on every continent. Ian, a former Leeds Rhinos player with five Grand Final rings, brings the same elite-level discipline to dog training that took him to the top of professional rugby. Both started with reactive dogs of their own — which is why the programme is built around the reality of living with a reactive dog, not just the theory of it. The network now spans four centres across the UK, Australia, and the USA.
Global Canine Academy centres are based in Bramhope (Yorkshire), Wadhurst (East Sussex), Bibra Lake (Perth, Western Australia), and California (USA). Clients regularly travel from across each region — and beyond — because when nothing else has worked, people are willing to go the distance.
If you complete all 5 days of the intensive programme and do not see significant improvements in your dog's behaviour by the end of the bootcamp, Global Canine Academy will refund your investment in full. You can even keep all the training materials as a thank you for giving us a try. No caveats. No small print. That is how certain we are that this will work for you — at any of our centres.
You do not have to live with the stress, guilt, and isolation for another day. Complete the 3-minute self-assessment and the team will personally review your answers and reach out within 24 hours.
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