Force-Free Holistic Dog Training in York
Holistic, force-free support for anxious dogs and complex behaviour challenges.
The Poochie People helps dog guardians get to the root of anxiety, separation struggles, and complex behaviour so they can move forward with a clear, achievable plan.
Get to the Root of Your Dog's Behaviour
When your dog is anxious, overwhelmed, or behaving in ways that are hard to manage, quick tips rarely solve the whole problem.
The Poochie People takes a holistic, force-free approach to dog training and behaviour support. Nicola looks at the full picture, including your dog's history, nutrition, movement, posture, home environment, emotional wellbeing, and daily routines, so the plan is built around what your dog actually needs.
This is especially helpful for dogs with separation anxiety, fears, phobias, or behaviour challenges that have not improved with generic advice.
Dog Training, Behaviour Support, and Pet Care Services
Separation Anxiety Training
Online specialist support for dogs who panic when left alone, with a bespoke plan that builds confidence gradually and keeps progress achievable.
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Behaviour Modification
One-to-one support for anxious, fearful, or overwhelmed dogs. Nicola looks at what may be contributing to the behaviour before creating a plan that fits your dog and your life.
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Puppy and Essential Skills
Kind, practical training for puppies and newly adopted dogs, focused on confidence, communication, and everyday skills that make life together easier.
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Dog Walking and Animal Care
Local dog walking, animal visits, and pet care in York for people who want thoughtful support from someone who understands behaviour, stress, and emotional wellbeing.
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Meet Nicola
The Poochie People is led by Nicola Cook, a force-free trainer based in York, UK.
Nicola has been in business since 2020 and has been training professionally since 2021. She is a Victoria Stilwell Positively Dog Trainer (VSPDT) and a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT).
Her path into dog training was inspired by her own adopted dog, Twinkle, who came with plenty of behaviour challenges. Living with and learning from Twinkle shaped Nicola's mission: to help people understand their dogs more deeply, especially when behaviour feels confusing, emotional, or hard to live with.
Professional Credentials & Memberships
Serving York and Clients Worldwide
In-Person in York, UK
The Poochie People provides in-person dog walking, animal visits, and behaviour modification support.
Worldwide Online
Separation anxiety training is available worldwide through online coaching.
What Dog Guardians Say
Real experiences from dogs and their people.
"We’re so grateful for Nicola’s help. She listened, offered expertise, empathy and advice, and created bespoke exercises that worked quickly. Gatsby can now cope with us leaving the house, and we’re so proud of him."
— Joseph Wilson
"We can’t praise Nicola enough. She listened to all our worries, understood Max’s anxiety, and explained clearly what we needed to do. We trust her 100%."
— Lynn O’Neill
"We’ve used Nicola and The Poochie People for over three years and can’t recommend them highly enough. Nicola really cares, communication is excellent, and our beagle always looked forward to his walks."
— George Hunt
Ready to Get to the Root of the Problem?
If you have tried other routes and still feel like you are only managing the surface-level behaviour, The Poochie People can help you look deeper. Start by reaching out through the contact form or requesting a consult. Nicola will learn more about your dog, your concerns, and the best next step.
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