Welcome to The Driven Dog: Your Expert Drivey Dog Behaviourist in the UK

Are you struggling to manage your dog’s intense energy, reactivity, or aggression? At The Driven Dog, we specialise in helping owners of high-drive dogs – including breeds like the Malinois, Dutch Shepherd, German Shepherd, Border Collie, and working-line mixes – live harmoniously with their dogs while still fulfilling their natural instincts.

High-drive dogs are born to work. Their intensity, focus, and stamina are unmatched. But without the right direction, that drive can turn into destructive behaviours, reactivity, and even aggression. That’s where our expert services in drivey dog behaviourist support, aggressive dog training, and high-drive puppy training come in.

What is a Drivey Dog?

A drivey dog is one that has a high natural motivation to chase, hunt, bite, or work. This is common in working-line dogs such as Malinois, Kelpies, and German Shepherds. While these traits are useful in law enforcement, military, or sport settings, they can be overwhelming for the average pet owner.

Without proper structure and engagement, these dogs often show signs of:

• Intense reactivity towards people, dogs, or objects
• Obsessive behaviours such as spinning, barking, or fence-running
• Destructive chewing and digging
• Aggression or resource guarding
• Difficulty settling in the home

At The Driven Dog, we turn chaos into clarity – helping your high-drive dog become focused, obedient, and fulfilled.

Aggressive Dog Trainer – Compassion Meets Control

Aggression is one of the most misunderstood dog behaviours. Often, what appears as aggression is rooted in frustration, fear, lack of boundaries, or unmanaged drive. At The Driven Dog, our aggressive dog training programmes are customised to each dog’s behavioural history, triggers, and drive type.

We use a balanced training approach rooted in:

• Behavioural modification
• Obedience foundations
• Impulse control exercises
• Desensitisation and counter-conditioning
• Clear communication between dog and handler

We believe in empowering the owner as much as the dog. You’ll learn how to confidently handle your dog in stressful environments, reduce risk, and create structure at home.

High Drive Puppy Training – Start Right, From Day One

Raising a high-drive puppy is no walk in the park. Their biting, tugging, and zoomies can quickly become overwhelming. Left unchecked, these behaviours can escalate into serious problems in adulthood.

Our high drive puppy training programme is designed to:

• Channel your puppy’s energy into productive activities
• Establish impulse control and frustration tolerance
• Build social confidence in different environments
• Introduce early obedience and clear boundaries
• Teach owners how to fulfil the mental and physical needs of high-drive breeds

We work with puppies as young as 8 weeks to prevent reactivity, aggression, or anxiety before it begins.

Malinois Reactivity Training – Calm the Chaos

The Belgian Malinois is an extraordinary breed with unmatched intelligence, energy, and loyalty – but it’s not for the faint of heart. Malinois dogs often struggle with reactivity due to their sensitivity, territorial instincts, and drive.

At The Driven Dog, we offer specialist Malinois reactivity training that includes:

• Understanding breed-specific behaviour and triggers
• Redirecting arousal and over-stimulation
• Structured obedience in high-distraction environments
• Confidence-building exercises
• Owner leadership development

We don’t just stop at basic obedience – we teach you how to bring out the best in your Malinois while managing their reactivity effectively and humanely.

High Drive Dog Trainer – Meet The Driven Dog Approach

Not every trainer understands what it’s like to live with a dog who can run for hours, bite through toys, and focus so intensely it borders on obsession. As your high drive dog trainer, we go beyond simple obedience to bring you advanced strategies tailored to high-energy dogs.

Our training techniques are grounded in:

• Motivation-based learning (food, toys, praise, prey drive)
• Real-world scenarios and public training environments
• Training neutrality around distractions (dogs, people, noises)
• Pack leadership and handler engagement
• Satisfying your dog’s breed instincts through sport, agility, or scentwork

Whether you’re struggling with obedience, frustration behaviours, or simply want a better outlet for your dog’s energy, The Driven Dog is your go-to solution.

Why Choose The Driven Dog?

✔️ UK-based expert with years of experience in high-drive and working dogs
✔️ Personalised training tailored to your dog’s unique temperament and background
✔️ Realistic, structured approach designed for long-term success
✔️ In-person and virtual consultations available across the United Kingdom
✔️ Dedicated support for owners of Malinois, working-line shepherds, collies, and more

We’ve worked with police dogs, sport prospects, and frustrated family pets. No matter the challenge, we have the tools, experience, and passion to help.

Book Your Consultation Today

Don’t wait for reactivity or aggression to get worse. Early intervention makes a world of difference.

📞 Call us or book online for a personalised behaviour assessment.
📍 Serving clients across the United Kingdom with in-person and remote options.

Whether you’re raising a Malinois puppy, managing an aggressive adult dog, or simply overwhelmed by your dog’s drive – The Driven Dog is here to help.

Need tailored help for your drivey dog?

Contact The Driven Dog – your trusted behaviourist for working and high-drive dogs in the UK.