Alex Cooper
Alex is our Head Trainer at K9 Generation in Essex & London, with over 15 years of experience in dog behaviour training and many awards won over the years for his outstanding achievements in dog training.
Meet Alex
My journey with dogs began at the age of 9 when I started training my mischievous Border Collie, Basil. Although a handful, Basil ignited my passion for working with dogs. As a kid, I’d often spend time with my neighbour training his Labradors and Springer Spaniels for gun dog work.
After joining the Marines and serving until I was 22, I got my first German Shepherd, Dylan, which deepened my fascination with IGP training, including tracking, obedience, and protection work. Dylan went on to become a police dog, and I began raising puppies, many of whom would go on to work in police or prison settings.
I welcomed Brody, a 14-month-old German Shepherd, into my life. His journey was remarkable; despite having been owned by four different police dog handlers and having a history of being dangerous (he even sent me to the hospital multiple times!), his transformation caught the attention of many, and my skills in handling challenging dogs began to gain recognition. At the same time, I also owned Lolly, my Staffy, whom I rescued from the RSPCA just a couple of months after getting Brody.
During a time when dog training was not as widely recognised as it is today, I sought out the best trainers both in the UK and across Europe to expand my skills. I also took on the challenge of working with dogs that other trainers would avoid, gaining hands-on experience with over 10,000 dogs over the last 15 years. I specialise in transforming the behaviour of the most difficult dogs. I also held a B Grade Helper License and Tracklayer Certification.
A pivotal moment in my career came with Jango, my German Shepherd. I trained him to the highest level, leading to winning the Great Britain All Breeds National Championship and German Shepherd National Championships and multiple other titles. This success saw my dog training business grow over the past 8 years to mentoring dog trainers, world championship competitors, and also establishing an online retail store for dog supplies.
Training Techniques
My method incorporates the BEST KEPT SECRETS to getting a well-behaved dog that listens without long hours wasted with other dog trainers. My training techniques are enjoyable, inventive, and simple to understand for dog owners, while achieving the hard-earned results they desire.
AREAS COVERED:
Basildon, Billericay, Bishop’s Stortford CM23, Braintree, Brentwood, Castle Point District, Chelmsford, Chigwell, Colchester, Dunmow CM6 4AR, Epping CM16, Harlow, Loughton, Maldon CM9, Mersea Island, Romford, Saffron Walden, Waltham Abbey, Witham CM8.
What Alex And His Team Can Help With
Obedience Training
Establish the rewarding relationship with your dog that you truly deserve.
Puppy Training
Prepare your puppy to become the perfect companion.
Dog Socialisation
Adjust to new environments, experiences and interactions.
Rescue Dog Training
Build trust, help adjust and become a well-behaved, confident companion.
Protection Training
Train your dog to guard and protect while maintaining control and obedience.
More About Alex Cooper
Border Collie, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, German Shepherd (currently own two of them).
Working Line German Shepherd, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Working Labrador.
Telling people the truth about their dog’s behaviour, training potential, and respecting their time.
Rottweiler, Cane Corso, Doberman, Belgian Malinois, Bernese Mountain Dog.
The ‘fancy feet’ – a training exercise where you teach your dog to walk closely beside the handler with precision and style.