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Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions about 1:1 training, training packages, puppy support, group classes, or bookings? Here you’ll find quick answers to the most common questions about how The Funky Tails works and what to expect from our thoughtful, relationship-based training approach.
The easiest way to book is by filling out the enquiry form or sending me a WhatsApp message directly. Once I receive your details, I’ll get in touch (usually by email or WhatsApp) to book in a meet & greet to discuss next steps.
I currently cover Hampstead, Primrose Hill, Highgate, Crouch End, Muswell Hill, Islington, Camden and Hackney. If you’re nearby but not sure if you’re within range, just send me a message — I’ll do my best to accommodate you.
The Funky Tails uses a holistic, science-led, relationship-focused approach centred around understanding how to properly meet our dogs’ emotional, physical, and breed-specific needs. Training is tailored to the individual dog in front of us, focusing on trust, calm guidance, clear boundaries, emotional wellbeing, and real-life success through a deeper understanding of canine behaviour and communication.
Yes — reactive dogs are one of Elisa’s main areas of focus. Sessions are thoughtfully designed to help both dogs and owners build confidence, emotional regulation, and practical real-world coping skills through a combination of tailored 1:1 training and structured exposure within carefully managed group classes. Using calm, relationship-focused training tailored to each individual dog’s pace and needs, Elisa helps dogs feel safer, more capable, and better equipped to navigate everyday life.
Absolutely. Puppy training focuses on setting strong foundations through understanding how to properly meet our dogs’ needs, alongside confidence building, organic engagement, quality socialisation, and helping puppies learn how to navigate city life calmly and successfully.
Yes — Elisa has a passion for working with working breeds and gundogs, helping owners better understand and fulfil their dogs’ instinctive and breed-specific needs within everyday urban life. Training focuses on channeling natural behaviours through play, breed-specific activities, enrichment, and real-life skills that help dogs feel calmer, more balanced, and successful in the city.
Each session is tailored to your individual dog and goals. We’ll look at behaviour, communication, lifestyle, breed needs, and emotional wellbeing, creating a practical training plan that works for both dog and owner.
Yes — a variety of training packages are available depending on your dog’s needs, goals, and stage of development. Packages are designed to provide ongoing support, consistency, and practical real-life progress through a combination of tailored sessions, guidance, and follow-up support.
Yes — Elisa holds qualifications with IMDT Training, has completed mentorships with Honest Hounds under Jess Probst and Jessie Montague, and is currently continuing her education through the APGI Pet Gundog mentorship with Lez Graham. She is fully insured, DBS checked, and licensed to walk and train dogs on Hampstead Heath.
Alongside her professional education, Elisa’s approach has been heavily shaped by living and working with her own dogs, including reactive dogs and high-drive gundog breeds. This lived experience gives her a deep understanding of the emotional challenges owners can face, alongside the realities of meeting breed-specific needs within urban life. It helps shape the empathetic, practical, and relationship-focused support offered through The Funky Tails.
The best place to start is by booking a free meet-and-greet introductory call to discuss your dog, your goals, and the best training approach for your individual needs.
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