About the club

Dogs may be man’s best friend, but the key to this companionship is a happy, sociable and well-trained dog – and an owner who understands their dog’s needs and behaviour. The Well Heeled Dog Club isn’t only a dog training school; it’s a community dog club for dog lovers and owners. We have two objectives: to help dog owners develop a great relationship with their dog through fun and informal yet structured training sessions, and to benefit the community by having dogs that are well-behaved and well-socialised with each other.

The club is actively involved in all sorts of community events throughout Cheshire. We’re active supporters of FoAM (Friends of Anderton & Marbury), we arrange free group dog walks around Marbury Park on Bank Holiday weekends and we help local community groups to raise funds throughout the year with dog shows, training displays and fun agility events.

All activities are run and managed by members of the club and we’re always keen promote responsible dog ownership whenever we can. So, if you’re planning an event please get in touch.  

About the Trainer


Mike Flannery, who runs the club, has a lifelong interest in dog training. He has trained his dogs to a high level, appearing in dog shows; obedience & heelwork displays; competing in dog agility and flyball; plus gundog scurries.


He is a member of the Kennel Club Accredited Instructor Scheme and involved in ongoing, formal study in dog behaviour and companion dog training and is an approved provider of the Kennel Club Good Citizen Dog Scheme. In addition to Club activities, Mike also provides one-to-one training and behavioural advice to help you overcome particular problems.


Mike has been nominated twice for the prestigious KCAI Trainer of the Year Award.


KC Good Citizen Dog Scheme 

KCAI Member

Kennel Club Insured 

Established

2008

KC Puppy Course Graduates

1,750+

Dogs achieving KCGCDS Levels

1,200+

Stu & Maisie (Labrador)

“Thanks for all your excellent advice, Mike. I’d always thought Maisie was a ‘difficult’ dog to train but I don’t anymore. With your help I now understand what makes her tick and how to get the best from her with dog-friendly training techniques. We’re both enjoying the classes – and both learning a lot!"

Julie & Mitzi (Bichon Frise)

“We’ve really enjoyed the puppy course; like all her classmates, Mitzi’s confidence and good behaviour has soared. Mike has a calm but firm manner that gets all the dogs paying attention and responding to him - we’re hoping that by following his example and many tips and suggestions we’ll get the same response from Mitzi too!"

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CONTACT US

Feel free to email Mike, the Club Trainer to discuss your training needs.
Or call: 07768 980918

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