The Dog Guru is a personal canine caring organisation based in South-East London which offers a range of services, from quality day care and dog walking services to canine obedience and behaviour therapy, all designed to secure your dogs’ very best behaviour and wellbeing.
Michael Israelite, The Dog Guru, is a highly experienced Behavioural Trainer, who welcomes every dog no matter what their background, breed or behaviour.
Using only humane, fun and scientifically proven methods, the techniques used are designed to improve dog-human communication skills, strengthening the bond between you and your best friend, and improving your dog’s behaviour while the safety and enjoyment of your dog is the number one priority.
"I have a lifelong passion for dogs alongside many years of experience working as a trainer and canine behaviour therapist. I offer a unique and personal service, providing your dog with what he needs while you are at work. Many of my clients have been using my services for seven or more years, the dogs developing strong bonds with other pack members which is a joy to see."
Michael Israelite
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Micheal has been brilliant with my dog Cherry, shes a 5 year old rescue Jack Russell that we have had for over a year, she came from battersea with few behaviour problems.
After her previous dog walker said he could no longer take her because of her disruptive behaviour and a with having no luck with her previous dog trainer. I asked for Michaels help. He quickly taught cherry some basic commands within one short training session at our home and gave us some training to do at home.
The training was quick and efficient, we saw a difference in her behaviour straight away. After he took her in a few walks over a couple of weeks cherry was playing with other dogs off the lead and has even been able to settle in the car, which she previously wouldn't do. It's been like having a different dog, she is well behaved both in and outside the house. Taking her for a walk is now a pleasure and no longer stressful. She is definitely much more happy and tired being walked off the lead. My only regret is that we didn't see him sooner.
Thank you
Michael has worked wonders with our beagle, Digby - who is not the easiest of dogs, as he’s super clever, cheeky and greedy!
Since Michael has been looking after Digby, he’s a much calmer, happier dog. He even has okay recall - and for a beagle, that’s pretty impressive!!
Digby loves spending his days with Michael and we know that when he’s with him, Digby is well taken care of, exercised plenty and loved.
We trust Michael implicitly with Digby. He truly is a Dog Guru.
We moved to the local area in June 2017 with an excitable, energetic and slightly troublesome Jack Russell. Prior to moving here, we were always nervous and apprehensive to walk him off the lead but Michael has given us the confidence to do so, which has massively improved his behaviour both home and out walking.
He’s a regular at Michael’s day care and each day he returns from the day care and heads straight up the stairs to bed where he stays for the rest of the night. I completely trust our dog in Michael’s care and would highly recommend him!
Our puppy Ledley had developed a few bad habits at his last daycare and they recommended we consider Michael aka the Dog Guru. In no time, Michael corrected for those behaviours. Now, Ledley waits at the window to be collected by Michael and is delighted to go and meet his friends. He returns home well exercised and very happy. Big thanks to Michael for all his help.