Welcome to Fern & Fireside Dog Training
Where passion meets profession and every command leads to a closer connection.
About Fern & Fireside
Accredited Pet Gundog Instructor & certified dog trainer
Fern & Fireside Dog Training seizes an opportunity in the market, by being the only service operated locally by an Accredited Pet Gundog Instructor. This distinctive positioning allows us to cater specifically to the needs of gundog breeds and their crossbreeds, which are often undeserved in traditional dog training settings. After completing a vigorous and intensive 18 month training programme with Lez Graham MA, a well known dog trainer, behaviour specialist and award winning author of The Pet Gundog series, Joni Verity of Fern & Fireside has not only achieved APGI status, but also holds nationally recognized level 3 certificates in Canine Training and Behaviour, and Canine Nutrition.
Joni is also a certified dog first aider, and Fern & Fireside Dog Training is fully insured to be able to offer dog training sessions.
Qualifications aside, Joni has many years of practical canine experience and currently owns 7 Working Cocker Spaniels, who have all been trained at home using gundog training methods. These dogs not only work, but they are valued family pets.
Joni is experienced in breeding, and is now working extensively with her homebred, 3rd generation Working Cocker, Holly, who is always prepared to offer a demonstration.
Spot, the working Border Collie also resides within the pack. Spot was trained as a sheepdog, but has recently sought early retirement due to a visual impairment.
Professional Dog Training Services
At the heart of our mission lies a profound understanding and appreciation for working and gundog breeds, inspired by a lifelong journey surrounded by these intelligent animals. Our unique position as the only local dog training service run by an Accredited Pet Gundog Instructor, enables us to offer specialized training that goes beyond the basics, focusing on creating a deep and meaningful bond between dog and handler.
