Testimonials
I have always had a dog in my life, and having lost my dog companion of 13 years, I decided to adopt Lulu, a 3 yr old Shepherd x Labrador. I was told she was nervous but this turned out to be a gross understatement. She was in fact terrified of anything that didn’t have four legs and as I live near a very busy road life was very scary for Luna. I needed to know how to help her.
Lesley was recommended to me and came to my home to meet us both. Her advice and calm reassurance made me believe we could overcome the problems and enjoy life together.
We went on the adult walking trains where Lu relaxed in the company of others – perhaps for the first time.
We now go to training classes where Lesley’s calm knowledge guides us all. We are learning so much, and having a good time, and I know that Luna and I can build on what is already a great partnership.
Lesley has been, and I’m sure will continue to be, a great part of this. We are both so thankful we met her.
Our cockapoo Lilleth has stayed with Lesley and Phil a number of times now and we couldn’t be happier. Although somewhat timid, on arrival she races into the house without looking back, and at the end of her stay is returned to us clean, happy and obviously well cared for. I think her time at Lesley’s has also helped her confidence with other dogs. Communication is excellent, and Lesley understands and caters for Lilleth’s individual needs.
Overall Red Lion Canines provides a fun and secure home from home for Lilleth’s doggy holiday.
Highly recommended.
So pleased we came across Red Lion Canines, The Walking Train. If you want your dog to improve his/her social skills or just to socialise more and you enjoy chatting to like-minded people, then the walking train is for you.
We’ve been walking with Lesley’s walking train for 18 months and our Border Terrier, Flora, loves it and so do we. We go on various walks in the woods and along the beach and sometimes we even end up having a coffee at a dog-friendly cafe. Well done Lesley!
When Jackson our rescued Rottweiler was diagnosed with lymphoma & not given long to live, Lesley asked if she could give him some Reiki. This had to take place at our home due to him having to be isolated whilst having veterinary treatment. The Reiki sessions were always done at his pace and by the end of them he laid down at our feet completely relaxed. It was amazing to see him so chilled which was not the norm.
Lesley continued the sessions throughout his illness which we are convinced helped to keep him calm & cope with all his chemotherapy.
We recommend you give Lesley the opportunity to help your animal or even yourself with Reiki. We would do it all again without hesitation!
We have been puppy training with Lesley since our Standard Schnauzer Lulu, was 12 weeks old, and we are now enjoying the Kennel Club bronze course. Lulu can be very trying at times because she is always looking to have fun with the other dogs and loves doing ‘zoomies’ around Lesley and Phil’s yard. Thankfully Lesley is very supportive and full of patience and good advice so, with a lot more practice, we may get through to the next stage.
When we went away, Lulu had her own holiday with Auntie Lesley and Uncle Phil, which made her a very happy girl. She is still just a puppy so we were very pleased to see all the progress she had made during her stay, like walking better and being more patient. Lesley sent us regular updates and videos, which was great as we could see how well she was settled and enjoying herself.
Taking on a new puppy can be hard work and we are very glad of the support from Red Lion Canines during the whole process. The socialisation sessions, puppy training course and weekly puppy walks really make a difference! We would have no hesitation in recommending Lesley and Phil’s services to anyone.
I was lucky to meet Lesley when I took my new puppy Rottweiler to her puppy socialisation and enrichment sessions. She gave me fantastic advice and we went on to complete puppy foundation training with her.
Both my dogs Roxy and Stig now go on regular walks with her as a group and have stayed with Lesley and Phil whilst I was away. There is no one else I would leave my dogs with, Lesley understands their individual personalities and needs and my energetic Rottie had a fabulous week with them where I was worried she wouldn’t want to come home!
Highly recommend Red Lion Canines
I am happy to recommend Red Lion Canines as a fabulous doggy holiday home.
It was reassuring that Red Lion had met and got to know my dogs before their stay. I was able to have a relaxing holiday knowing that Teddy and Izzy were being so well looked after.
Loki, our 2-year-old Labradoodle absolutely loves his time with Lesley and Phil. It is so important for us to know that he is in a safe, loving environment. Lesley truly creates a home from home for her furry guests. She is so knowledgable and always has great advise. Feel very lucky to have found Red Lion Canines and highly recommend them.
I have always owned dogs, so wasn’t daunted when I got my new puppy Nellie, who is a German Wiredhaired pointer.
When Nellie was about five months old, I wanted to socialise her with other puppies, so was recommended Lesley’s puppy walking train.
I started walking with the puppy train, which she loved, being with the other dogs, but I was struggling when taking her out on my own.
She was jumping up at other dogs and people, not listening, and easily distracted by anything that moves & would take off at high speed. I was getting stressed & really worried about losing her.
I discussed with Lesley one to one Training and what a difference it has made to my dog & myself!
Lesley‘s approach is professional, knowledgeable & above all calm & kind. She always keeps in contact after training to see how you are doing.
I would thoroughly recommend Lesley if you need that extra help.
Just wanted to say how glad we are to have found you and Red Lion Canines since getting Buddy. You have helped us in so many ways.
I really enjoy the puppy train as it’s given me the confidence to walk Buddy & to let her off lead which she loves. It’s so nice to meet other people & their dogs & to learn in a safe environment how to deal with my crazy cockapoo. Buddy loves meeting all the different dogs & sleeps so well after her adventures.
Buddy absolutely loves going for walks with you & on the odd days when I’m home she still sleeps with 1 eye on the door in the hope Auntie Lesley will come to take her out. She is behaving so much better on the lead – still gets over excited but calms down fairly well.
Going away & leaving Buddy is no longer a stress as she loves her holidays at Red Lion Canines where she is fussed & made to feel part of the family. It’s wonderful to know she is happy to be away from us & in such safe hands.
Having attended the Bronze level puppy training with you I’ve learnt a lot about my affect on Buddy’s behaviour and am gradually learn to relax and enjoy her company. She is a bright & happy puppy who gets a little nervous & stressed so not naughty as I previously thought. Now I’m relaxing so is she!
It’s lovely to know we have found someone who cares as much about our pup as we do so thank you Lesley it is much appreciated.
