Armatus Canine

Too many trainers out there that will happily take your money, tell you what you want to hear, show you some basic things and even have you help them in training other people dogs, especially in the working dog line of things..... Then there is Armatus canine. I came to these guys on a very high recommendation. Called in one morning after work and spoke to Paul, after a warm welcoming talk I was booking in for assesment and 1 to 1 CT sessions. None of this was just " right do this and do this and there you go ", it was all, ok you do this and it's for this reason ". Everything is explained in-depth and at the same time in a way that you understand. Although each trainer there have different experiences and areas of expertise, they are more than happy to make you feel welcome and help the best they can. I have recently just finished my NASDU Level 2 GP course with these guys and can happily say after speaking to other handlers that have done the course, Armatus do everything they can to make it more in depth and as close to real life as possible, not only to show you how it can be in the world of a dog handler but to be absolutely certain in their eyes you are in the correct industry for you, professional but most importantly a SAFE handler. All the way through the course, Chris ( the owner ), Daz ( kennel manager/ trainer) and Paul ( trainer ) were constantly drilling into us safety, safety, safety.... Pointing out where we went wrong then showing and telling us the most appropriate and safest way to do what we needed to accomplish. More than happy to continue my future training with these guys as well as look into the other things the do such as PSA/ IGP clubs and eventually add another member to my team by going into the search side of things too.
Apr 10th, 2023

Fantastic service at armatus canine. Been there doing a handler course, Paul, chris and daz have been stars, very helpful, give good advice when you ask and even when you dont. Fantastic place. It's been a great week with such Lovely people. I'll be booking my next visit very soon . Highly recommend
Apr 8th, 2023

Where do I start? Absalutely brilliant experience with Armatus Canine today! It was so refreshing to walk into a training centre where the trainers are so open-minded and willing to help, Paul has been amazing with his help, advice and guidance with my malinois and GSD regarding my NASDU re team after being let down by a handful of trainers in the last 12 months today has really changed my perspective and given me the boost I needed! Cannot wait to see you guys again! Awesome session :-) Regards Sophie & Diesel & Ziva :-)
Mar 18th, 2023

Highly recommended Armatus Canine. They offer so many different choices of classes. I have attended Nadias bootcamp and Shels scent work club. Both of which are really well organised and you gain so much from the classes. I have also had 1 to 1s with Sophie and Jazz. The whole team are brilliant and very welcoming. Shel's scent work class is really enjoyable and Shel is so knowledgeable and really makes you and your dog feel comfortable. The online coaching is a brilliant option as the training is completely personalised to you and your dog, Jazz is great at encouraging progression in your training and really breaks each part down.
Mar 16th, 2023

I thought it about time I left a review for Armatus Canine and before I go into detail let me sum it up.Outstanding! It was a long term ambition, over 15 years, to own and train a Belgian Malinois, I done lots of research both online and by speaking to handlers and owners and despite some people thinking I was bloody mad, I took the plunge. Whilst my enthusiasm wasnt lacking or the eagerness to learn I experienced both some breeders and trainers didnt deliver what they offered, lacked communication or just werent consistent in other areas. The other thing I personally experienced in speaking to certain trainers were that huge egos can be involved - this was until I come across Armatus Canine through a recommendation on the Belgian Malinois Forum. My first point of contact was with Scott by email, I explained what I was hoping to achieve and my past experiences and Scott put my mind at rest and reassured me Id come to the right place, he spoke to me on a level, as a human being, his reassurance that there were no egos to be found there and his enthusiasm shone through! This was followed by my first meeting with Jazz, a really fun, passionate, straight talking and enthusiastic trainer who is a true professional in her field. Jazz has taken myself and Luther under her wing and from approx 10 weeks ago to where we are today is huge progress! Being someone who is very hard and critical on themselves such as me and wants to achieve to much to quickly requires a certain patience from a trainer, Jazz I cant say Thank you enough. I have good days and bad. I have attended sessions both in person and online with Jazz and for anyone who is sceptical at doing online lessons I would say give it a try, Ive found it amazing! These are completely 1:1 and tailored to you and your dog. I already want to increase my number of lessons alongside my online training as I am utterly hooked and am hungry to learn more. Armatus offers sports options to and we are in discussion about getting myself and Luther into protection sports which is fantastic! Id like to also recommend Nadias (trainer at Armatus) course on Human Element to Dog Training. Absolute eye opener and will keep you interested from start to finish! Nadia as with all the team is upbeat, fun, knowledgeable and an utter professional getting everyone involved. The facilities and grounds are vast and the options endless! Guys - you are a true credit to your trade and utter professionals in your field whilst retaining a grounded, human approach. Keep on doing it - there is no where else Id go! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Apr 4th, 2023