Welcome to Hamble Hounds
It’s a dog’s life…….. let’s make it a joyful one!
Hamble Hounds started way back in 1998.
Our aim is simple: family dogs who are happy, relaxed & polite in human society while also having a rich, fulfilled doggy life!
We’ve years of experience and professional development to share.
We love to help dogs and families bond together and learn to avoid or eliminate any problems with communication and behaviours.
Our approach is relaxed, calm and friendly.
We tailor what we do to the individual dog and family.
By teaching the foundations - how dogs learn and process information, how they communicate and how to help them de-stress - we help families understand and connect clearly with their canine companion. This in turn helps to overcome any barriers to learning (such as over-excitement/not listening) allowing teaching and relationship building to be straightforward and pleasurable.
All of our work is positive/force-free. We never use raised voices, physical control or punishment (its not needed when the learning process is understood!) Time, thought, and practice are key and we guide families through what is needed.
Although Annette has gone part time in 2024, we still offer personal 121 sessions, a Behavioural Package and courses offering pups and dogs a range of experiential and learning opportunities. Click through to find more details.
Who are we?
We are a professional business with accredited educators.
My name is Annette Bowcott. I set up Hamble Hounds in 1998. I’m a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers no. 00840 (APDT), an Animal Behaviour & Training Council Registered Animal Training Instructor and a Tellington TTouch Practitioner. Our black lab Talisker appears frequently on our Facebook page, most often covered in mud!
I’m usually joined by Gracie Ray, an IMDT member, but she is taking time out in 2024 to spend time with her little boy, as well as her two dogs.
We have Work Experience assistants who join us at various times as part of their personal training.
What Else We Do
We have always had great fun organising or joining in various community dog events. 2023 found us at the Alresford Agriculture Show and Sturminster Newton’s Family Show, sadly the RVCP show was rained off.
Over the years, we have raised thousands of pounds for some very wonderful charities some who train dogs to support humans in various ways (including Canine Partners, Medical Detection Dogs and Hounds for Heroes), and animal welfare and other charities like Hamble Lifeboats and Hampshire and IOW Air Ambulance.
Our social "Talky Walky" walks, the CIGAR Club and pub visits are good fun, and open to those who have achieved "Hamble Hounders" status!
Our Venues
Our indoor courses take place in Hamble Village Memorial Hall, a very well maintained and accessible venue. We use a secure, private location in Bursledon for courses and personal sessions as well as outdoor venues for ‘real-world’ training scenarios.