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Support for City Dogs & Their Humans
East London Dog Training
Empathy-led help for anxious, reactive, and rescue dogs. Real-life results, without pressure.
Raising A Dog In The City Is Hard!
Struggling to raise a dog in London? You're not alone.
City life brings constant challenges: limited green space, noisy streets, the sheer amount of dogs, and pressure to have the “perfect” pet. Whether it’s settling in cafés, navigating public transport, or surviving a walk without stress, urban dog ownership can feel overwhelming.
You're not alone - and you're not failing. With the right support, city life can work with your dog, not against them.
Why Grubby Paws Dog Training?
Hi, I’m Freya Coakley, a dog trainer based in East London, and my journey into this work started with Gracey – my anxious Romanian rescue. Living on the sixth floor of a flat with no garden, I quickly realised how hard city life could be for dogs like her. I couldn’t find the support we needed, so I decided to become the trainer I’d been searching for.
Now, I help other dog owners navigate the same challenges I faced – whether that’s reactivity, fear, lead pulling, or just figuring out how to get your dog to settle in the pub. I specialise in city dog training that’s practical, compassionate, and designed around real life.
From bespoke one-to-one support to friendly group puppy classes in London, everything I offer is rooted in empathy, not obedience drills. Together, we’ll build confidence, connection, and the kind of partnership that makes city life work for both of you.
Want To Work With Me?
There are a few options of how you can get help with your dog's training and behaviour, whether that's East London based dog training and behaviour 1-to-1 sessions, done for you training walks, fun group classes, or online coaching anywhere in the world.
