Gill King Concept Trainer

About Us

Hi I'm Gill, since the age of five I have always been around animals. Initially with a fox terrier named Shandy and then subsequently with five other dogs, rabbits, cats, goldfish, guinea pigs, and even​ a love bird. I am a caring pet owner and sadly lost my 

15 year old collie dog in November 2018. Whilst searching around various rescue centres and re-homing websites I came to understand just how much I enjoy being in the company of dogs cats and other small pets. 

After several weeks of looking for a suitable rescue dog, an add on pre-loved in January 2019 led me to find my beautiful girl Bella. 

and even though she has a number of response issues, Bella is one of the most soulful, loving and affectionate dogs I've ever met. 

She has become my inspiration and motivation.

Having spent over 30 years in the child care, education and training sector, I realised that it was time for me to move on and find a new challenge. 

In March 2019 I started undertaking a few online Dog walking & Pet sitting courses, as well as dog behaviour training and pet first aid. Along with my own pup, I began walking a few dogs for friends and working with a few local dog trainers to help my journey with Bella

Working in child care (even owning my own nursery)I felt sure many of the skills I have would be transferable and stand me in good stead for the future. So in May 2019 I set up my own professional dog walking and pet setting service - Bella boo’s of Newport. 

Since then I have continued to study all things "dog"  In December 2019 I came across Absolute Dogs*

Following Tom & Lauren has given me the opportunity to transform myself and Bella in ways I didn't think possible, and in June 2020 amidst the chaos of Corona virus lockdowns, I embarked on the Pro Dog Trainer Emerald course to develop myself as a Concept Coach for Dog Owners. In addition, we also added to our family with our amazing little pup Bonnie, and we (Bella, Bonnie and myself) continue to transform and grow in both our confidence, skills and knowledge. I have become an affiliate member to Absolute Dogs, A-Ok9 and Tuff-e-nuff dog gear to support my business development and because I whole heartedly believe in offering the very best to support our dogs wellness and health.

As a certified Pro-dog trainer, I offer concept coaching for dog owners. Using a games based, force free, non-aversive approach to develop concepts, which, when learnt, can be applied to everyday life experience to enhance the positive outcomes for your pooch. I provide 1-2-1 sessions both online and face to face - mentoring and supporting you as the dog owner to become the very bets dog trainer for your dog.

I offer Social walk and play opportunities once a month - a chance to allow time for your dog to meet and greet with other dogs in the safety of a secure area and under guidance which allows dog pawrents the chance to build confidence and skills in off leash freedom 

In addition, I also provide monthly workshops - again in a secure area - where we focus on one area of development and use the power of games to support the progression of the dogs brain to reshape their behaviours and responses