Testimonials

Hillary and Gillie

Mark has a wonderful approach to gundog training. He spends time to understand both you and your dog, very much appreciating that dogs and their owners/trainers are not all the same. This understanding is inspiring and helps to develop confidence and belief for both dog and owner. I find him realistic, kind and considerate, showing great knowledge about how dogs learn. He has helped me beyond measure, knowing he is there if I run into a problem I can’t resolve is so important. Every time he shows us the way to make progress. Never rushed, just patiently consistent. I cannot recommend Mark highly enough as a gundog trainer” - this is from an old bird who definitely needed to get her mojo back

Hazel and Timothy

Mark is an open minded, experienced and thoughtful gundog trainer who really knows how set a framework of progressive training exercises that build to confident achievement in each session. He seems to have endless patience with my young flattie and has a light touch, making classes fun and varied. Both I and my dog have learnt a lot about the finer detail of dog handling and I always look forward to the next class.

Chelle Rogers

I have a WCS 9months old. I reached out to Mark as wanted to stimulate and use my pups natural instincts in a positive way. Mark was responsive, understood my pup and my needs immediately. Mark is very clear from the outset that time and effort from the handler is required but equally very encouraging of the rewards this will bring to your pup and your bond, as well as the desired training outcome. His advice was concise, clear and easily achievable, he works with you and your pup. I had no hesitation in asking Mark further questions if I wasn’t sure or if something else was happening which wasn’t desired. ie; my pup started to preempt the stop whistle. Mark clearly has a wealth of knowledge, tricks up his sleeve for changing behaviours, his passion for all 4 legged animals can be seen and I would highly recommend him. I will continue on my path of training with him, as I have seen mass improvement in my pup already at this tender age.

Jos Evans

I’ve been working with Mark for a little while. Myself and my dog came to him having already won working tests and been lucky enough to win a field trial. But there was plenty I still need to learn, and be shown more efficient methods. Mark has taken me right back to basics and the beginning, with homework that has made a massive difference to myself (99% of the problem) and my dog. In a short period of time , we have improved in all areas , and I’m really looking forward to seeing how far we can go - massive thanks to Mark

Ross Harvey

Mark is an excellent gundog trainer who seriously knows what he is talking about. He is patient, kind and considerate and really takes the time to understand exactly what you want to get out of each session. I cannot recommend Mark from Scoteleia Gundogs enough.