Our Philosophy

We believe that there is no such thing as a bad dog. With the right type of training and a little patience, we believe that anything is possible—we can help you transform your relationship with your dog.

Our mission is to help you develop a greater understanding of your dog’s needs. We only use positive, humane and scientifically-proven training methods. We do not condone the use of force, punishment, choke collars, or shock collars. We believe that dogs should always be treated with the respect they deserve; your dog’s welfare is our top priority.

Our Dog Expertise

Our resident dog trainer and behaviourist, Stephanos, is passionate about dogs. His approach to dog training employs ethical, force-free and scientifically-proven methods with proven results.

Stephanos is a qualified, full member of the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers (IMDT), UK. The IMDT represents the cutting-edge in reward-based dog training. IMDT trainers are proficient with the most up-to-date, science-based dog training techniques that have been proven effective with the dog’s welfare at heart. As an IMDT professional, Stephanos adheres strictly to the IMDT Code of Ethics.

He is also a proud and long-standing member of the Pet Professional Guild (PPG), the association of pet professionals dedicated to force-free training practices, and is fully insured as a dog trainer and behaviourist. Stephanos undertakes continuous professional development and is committed to constantly improving his knowledge and practice of positive reinforcement dog training with regular attendance of courses and seminars.

Our Commitment to Community

The Cyprus School of Dog Training collaborates with dog shelters in Cyprus to give stray and abandoned dogs a better chance of finding a forever home. If you manage a dog shelter, please get in touch with us.