In person and online specialist dog training & behaviour for your Border Collie!

Border Collies are smart, active and hardworking dogs. They’ve been bred for generations to do a very skilled job, based on response to movement, focus and true instinct. They need more than just walks and basic training to stay happy and out of trouble.

If you’ve got a Border Collie or are thinking about getting one, it’s important to know how their mind works. Without the right kind of mental and physical stimulation, they can easily become anxious, overexcited and develop reactivity or sensitivities that makes leaving with them hard work.

That’s where I come in.

I live and work with Border Collies every day not just as my pets and beloved family members, but on my farm and in dog sports too. I know what they were bred for and I use that knowledge to help you train and understand your dog in a way that actually works.

My programme uses kind, modern training methods that focus on building trust and a strong relationship. You’ll learn how to teach your Collie the skills they need, while growing your own confidence as an owner. I’ll guide you step by step so you can bring out the best in your dog, without stress or conflict.

Join the Collie Club

The Collie Club is my online membership for Border Collie owners who want real support, practical training, and expert advice tailored to this unique breed.

Inside the Club, you’ll get:

• Step-by-step training videos you can watch anytime
• Live workshops and themed masterclasses
• Monthly Q&A sessions and video analysis
• Guest trainers bringing extra insight and experience
• A supportive private group where you’re never on your own

Whether you’re working through challenges or just want to understand your Collie better, the Collie Club gives you the tools—and the community—to make real progress.

👉 Click here to learn more and join today

 
 
 
 
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 David Tapley 
 
 
 
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Martina helped us with Hamish a Welsh Collie farm dog.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 ben smith 
 
 
 
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I wish I had found Martina sooner. I have a reactive border collie which I have had from a puppy. If I had worked with Martina from day one I dare to say some of the reactivity issues I now face we could have nipped in the bud before they became a problem. That said we have been working hard on training following Martina's guidance, we have made more progress in the last few months than we did the previous 6 without Martina's help.  I can't recommend her enough.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Annie Simpson 
 
 
 
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I found Martina and That’ll Do Academy through her podcast Border Collie Geek; I live in the US, but the Collie Club has helped me infinitely with my reactive-to-wildlife border collie Flora.  I am learning so much through her instruction, other members’ experience, and also through watching the wealth of online training modules and webinars.  I couldn’t have done this without That’ll Do Academy!, it helps infinitely to understand your puppy through the perspective of their breed, and to learn management that integrates well into your daily life.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 tedi rhodes 
 
 
 
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I was recommended Martina’s training academy from a friend, after I had said that I needed a + reinforcement coach. I have now  been working with Martina online now for nearly a year. She has helped my border collie immensely. She has a wealth of knowledge, experience and an exceptionally understanding nature for this breed. This is so important when dealing with a breed that is very sensitive, and that needs multiple ways to help them from puppies to old dogs, from every stage of their development .My dog, has had multiple operations, which led to chronic anxiety, dog aggression, fear aggression and poor recall. Her online academy has helped immensely, and I now have a dog that is becoming more confident, our recall is so much stronger, and I have an all round happier dog, thanks to her support, knowledge and training chapters. Couldn’t recommend her enough!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Laura Robinson 
 
 
 
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I’ve been part of Martina’s online collie club for 2 years now and couldn’t be without it. I joined after having a hard time with my adolescence collie, initially to work on his recall (which is now perfect!) but have stayed as the community and training modules are something I still use daily.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Dolores Palmer 
 
 
 
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Massive thanks to That'll Do Academy; I'm so glad I found you. Thanks to you I have a better understanding of my collie. The training you provide has turned my wild collie chasing after anything with wheels, (in fact anything that moved with a little bit of speed), into a lovely calm collie. I love all the variety your academy provides, so much, its well worth the money.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Paige Weyman 
 
 
 
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myself and my mum participated in weekly behavioural and training sessions with martina, to work on various issues that aster, our dog, displayed in his behaviour. without Martinas guidance over the last year (give or take a couple of months), we wouldn't have developed the trusting, understanding and in tune relationship we now have with aster. the training we have done together has been unforgettable. and we owe Martina so much because with her support, we learned to communicate with aster.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Rachel Honeywell 
 
 
 
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I really enjoy our training sessions with Martina, and always come away with something positive to work on. As well as providing helpful tips and techniques, she’s very supportive, encouraging and understanding, with an excellent knowledge of those special collie behaviours and quirks. As a member of her online collie club, I also have access to an array of exercises and examples, as well as additional support, plus the benefit of sharing and learning from others’ training challenges and successes too.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Jennifer Maloney 
 
 
 
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We’ve had a fantastic experience with Martina! We did the 8week herder boot camp and it’s the best money we’ve ever spent. Our rescue dog Bear is coming on in leaps and bounds! Martina has given us so much information to help us reach our goals. Bear absolutely loves training! Most importantly, Martina immediately noticed Bear has an issue with his hips; we may not have realised on our own. We can now get this dealt with and tailor our training and lifestyle to accommodate his issues. We will be continuing our training with Martina as soon as we have caught up. Be prepared to put the time and effort in; it’s so worth it! Thanks Martina:-)
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Catherine Marlow 
 
 
 
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I have trained with Martina for three years with my nervous/anxious border collie, completing puppy traing KCGC bronze and silver, agility and presently FCI obedience. Through Martina I understand him and am able to help him. Everything is explained in an understandable way. Martina also understands you as the owner. Martona's dedication is an inspiration.