START YOUR DOG TRAINING JOURNEY IN 2026
MEET YOUR DOG TRAINER
STROUD & GLOUCESTERSHIRE: QUALIFIED DOG TRAINER AND CANINE BEHAVIOURAL SPECIALIST
Hi, I’m Stephen, founder of Sirius Dog Stars, alongside Barney, my English Springer Spaniel.
My approach to dog training was shaped by a moment that never left me. Years ago, while seeking help with our previous dog, a Jack Russell Terrier, I was advised by a trainer to “whack him” or “spray water in his face.” I walked away immediately, knowing instinctively that fear and intimidation could never build the kind of relationship I wanted with my dog.
That experience led me on a completely different path — one rooted in understanding, trust, and modern canine psychology.
I went on to study canine behaviour extensively, qualifying as a canine behaviourist and professional dog trainer specialising exclusively in reward-based, science-led methods. Today, I work with owners across Stroud and Gloucestershire who want more than simple obedience, they want a calm, well-balanced dog and a genuinely rewarding relationship built on mutual trust.
My work focuses on helping owners understand why their dog behaves the way they do, not simply how to suppress unwanted behaviour. Every dog is an individual, and my training is tailored accordingly, using clear communication, calm leadership, and proven behavioural science.
Clients often come to me because they want a more thoughtful, professional approach — one that prioritises their dog’s emotional wellbeing while delivering lasting, reliable results in everyday life.
Whether you are raising a puppy, dealing with behavioural challenges, or simply want a more connected relationship with your dog, my goal is to give you the knowledge and confidence to lead your dog successfully and compassionately.
My Philosophy
At Sirius Dog Stars, we do not use e-collars, choke chains, prong collars, or fear-based techniques of any kind.
Modern scientific evidence consistently shows that reward-based training is not only more humane, but also more effective in creating confident, emotionally stable dogs who genuinely enjoy learning.
Training should never rely on pain, fear, or intimidation. It should strengthen the bond between dog and owner, creating trust, clarity, and calm cooperation that lasts a lifetime.
What Clients Value
- Calm, professional guidance tailored to their individual dog
- Modern science-based behavioural training
- A personalised, one-to-one approach
- Gentle methods that create lasting behavioural change
- Support that builds confidence in both dog and owner
- A trainer who understands both canine behaviour and human emotions
WHO IS THE TRAINING FOR?
Whether you have a new puppy or dog that has just started life in their pawever home and you want to begin dog training, a new rescue dog, or a dog that has developed behavioural challenges, I'm here to help you as a qualified canine behaviourist specialising in dog training covering Stroud and all of Gloucestershire.
MODERN POSITIVE DOG PSYCHOLOGY BASED TRAINING
WHY DOGS THRIVE USING THIS METHOD
Modern positive dog training focuses on building a strong, connection driven relationship between you and your dog.
- This science backed, results driven approach helps your dog truly understand what’s expected of them, allowing them to thrive emotionally, physically and mentally.
- The training methods used, clearly communicate to your dog using canine psychology, that undesirable behaviour is no longer necessary.
- Traditional old fashioned training tends to focus only on SYMPTOMS, however this can be a slow approach and can often result over time, that the same or even different issues return, leading to weeks or months more training.
- With the method of training I am qualified in, which works holistically, it builds a stronger bond between you and your dog, helping them feel safe, understood and motivated to learn.
- I teach you how to understand why your dogs unwanted behaviour is causing you problems, how dogs individually learn and the psychology of these UNDERLYING ISSUES.
- This method of dog training results in your dog being calmer and looking to you for loving guidance and direction.
SETTING YOU UP FOR SUCCESS
I teach you how you can come alongside your dog quickly and easily using the 5 Key Pillars of Success.
- I train your dog new wanted behaviours in a language they understand as canines
- See old unwanted behaviours fall away
- Leave the house in full control without any anxiety
- Allow your dog more freedom & happiness
- Build a healthier happier relationship with your dog
PROFESSIONAL RESULTS DRIVEN TRAINING
Using these methods ACHIEVES POWERFUL RESULTS that far surpass what can be achieved using weeks or months of outdated traditional training methods.
Modern positive dog psychology based training works with your dogs own unique character.
LEADERSHIP IS LOVE
SUPPORTING YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY
SUPPORTING YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY
You will learn how to fully gain your dogs cooperation through clear communication and loving leadership in a way that your dog will understand what is needed of them, in simple easy to use steps.
SUPPORTING YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY
SUPPORTING YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY
SUPPORTING YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY
- You will receive professionally prepared training handouts during your sessions, designed for you to keep as an ongoing reference, with clear, practical, and easy to follow steps.
- After your consultation, I will also provide detailed email support, including professional observations, personalised guidance, and carefully tailored solutions designed around your dog’s unique character, behaviour, and personality.
- This ensures you feel fully supported throughout the process, with a clear understanding of both the training approach and the reasoning behind it.
SIRIUS DOG STARS ETHOS
Truly Effective Dog Training Requires Support From Your Trainer
I am fully committed to providing reliable, professional dog training and customer service to all my clients. As a dedicated dog trainer and canine behavioural specialist, I understand that you are all learning a new way of being, and you will not be alone in this process.
My core belief and the reason I founded Sirius Dog Stars is to foster a strong bond between dogs and the people who love them. Dogs offer a unique companionship that adds value and richness to our lives.
Through personalised solutions and effective dog training, I focus on teaching you about your dogs psychology, using a methodology that your dog instinctively understands and responds to.
HOW I HELP YOU AND YOUR DOG
CLEAR COMMUNICATION
My mission is simple: to help you understand your dog’s individual way of learning so training becomes effective, stress free, and meaningful for both of you.
I support dogs and their families across Stroud and Gloucestershire, helping them build calm, confident relationships through:
- Canine psychology — teaching your dog in a way that aligns with how dogs naturally learn
- Clear, gentle communication
- Kind, loving leadership rather than force or fear
- Preventing overwhelm or shutdown by recognising your dog’s emotional state
- Simple, easy-to-implement steps that build lasting results
- Training that works without endless repetitions or harsh methods
Your dog will learn what is needed of them through trust, guidance, and with clear communication that they genuinely understand.
NO TWO DOGS ARE THE SAME OR LEARN THE SAME WAY, ALL MY TRAINING IS TAILORED SPECIFICALLY TO YOUR DOG
GRADUATED THROUGH THE DOG TRAINER ACADEMY
THE PROCESS
TRAINING THAT STARTS IN YOUR HOME
COVERING THE STROUD AREA AND ALL OF GLOUCESTERSHIRE
Including, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Cirencester, Tetbury, Dursley and beyond.
* No extra charge for travel.
PRIVATE CONSULTATION AND TRAINING
- Training starts in your dogs home environment, before we move outside.
- Detailed observation of your dog's character, behaviour & temperament.
- Tailored solutions to your dogs needs.
TRAINING USING MY 5 KEY PILLARS TO SUCCESS
- To overcome any unwanted behaviours you are experiencing with your dog(s).
PRINTED HANDOUTS
- For you to keep during the sessions which explains the training method that we will be using and detailed post-consult notes emailed to you.
1 HOUR FOLLOW UP TRAINING
- Around 2 weeks after initial consult training, this gives your dog(s) time to fully absorb the initial dog training.
FULL PHONE OR EMAIL SUPPORT DURING THE TRAINING
- I'm here for you on the journey.
- PLUS enjoy a further 3 months phone or email support afterwards.
YOUR INVESTMENT IN YOUR DOGS FUTURE
£160
- FULL IN DEPTH 2 HOUR CONSULTATION & TRAINING TAILORED TO YOUR DOGS NEEDS
- FOLLOW UP 1 HOUR TRAINING 2 WEEKS LATER
PLUS
- Printed handouts for you to keep for reference.
- A detailed summary emailed to you with the recommended solutions to put in place from each session.
- 3 months email or phone support. I'm here for you.
100% Money Back Guarantee
Yes that's right, your investment in your dogs future is backed by my 100% money back guarantee.
I know many people have already invested in training programs and might have walked away disappointed, with little to show for it. That’s exactly why my dog training is backed by a 100% money-back guarantee. I’m confident in the results my consultations and training provide and I truly want you to feel confident too when you book.
With my dog training package you won't be left on your own either, you will also have full phone or email support for three months after our last session together.
I’m here to support you every step of the journey with your dog(s).
If you follow the plan I create for you and put all the advice into practice, but don’t see significant progress within 60 days, simply send me an email and I’ll refund you in full.
No hassle. No questions asked.
Can I solve every single problem? No—I'm sure that no honest trainer could promise that.
What I can promise is that your money won’t be wasted.
EASY ONLINE BOOKING
Book your first training consultation online at a time that suits you, subject to availability.
NOTE: No pre-payment for booking, this will be invoiced after our second session.