About

Dog Ways Lancashire was founded in 2020 by Laura Crompton, and offers a range of dog training and pet services to clients across East Lancashire.

I can’t remember a time when I haven’t had at least one pet/animal in my life. Over the years I’ve shared my life with cats, dogs, various birds, rodents, small furries, reptiles and tropical fish. I’m currently owned by three dogs and a California kingsnake. To say that my pets are a huge part of my life would be an understatement.

Djinn, Border Collie. Chief Cuddler.
Likes: Mantrailing, working sheep, agility, Hoopers, saying ‘Hello’ to humans and getting lots of cuddles

Having worked in the Security and Public Education sectors for the past 18 years, I decided it was time to start focusing on my passion. I wanted to spend my working days doing something I love, so I started Dog Ways in 2020 and am excited to see what the future brings.

Poppy, Maltese Terrier/Shih Tzu cross. Security Officer.
Likes: Tennis balls, trick training, tennis balls, swimming, tennis balls, seeing off intruders, and tennis balls

When it comes to dogs, I am a strong believer in positive reinforcement and rewards-based training. My own dogs enjoy a wide range of activities, including obedience classes, mantrailing, agility and working sheep. My goal in running Dog Ways is to provide a training and enrichment service which benefits both pets and their humans.

Willow, Beagle. Head of Marketing.
Likes: Mantrailing, agility, posing for pictures, trick training, traveling to new and exotic places and then sniffing them

Credentials

  • DBS Checked
  • National Association of Pet Sitters & Dog Walkers (NarpsUK) – Pet Sitting & Dog Walking Business Course – February 2020
  • Canine First Aid qualified – September 2020
  • Advanced Canine First Aid – September 2020
  • Full Clean Driving Licence
  • Fully Insured Pet Sitter, Dog Trainer and Walker

Training & Qualifications

  • Mantrailing UK Certified Instructor – April 2021
  • IMDT Practical Instructor Course – August 2020
  • IMDT Career as a Dog Trainer – October 2020
  • IMDT Perfect Puppy – December 2020
  • IMDTB Separation Anxiety – May 2021
  • IMDT Canine Body Language – May 2021
  • Sporty Paws Certified Canicross Instructor – October 2021

Memberships

As well as the above, I regularly keep up to date with my CPD, attending a variety of workshops, seminars and webinars with some of the UK’s top dog trainers, experts and behaviourists to continuously update my knowledge and offer the best service to my pet clients and their humans.