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✅  How to book your XL Escape

Bookings are arranged directly with Streetwise Dogs Training & Behaviour. To get started, text, WhatsApp or email Layne to arrange a discovery call. This is a brief phone conversation to discuss your dog's training and behaviour needs before booking. For the latest information, please click Book Now to visit their website.

Kim & Chris Ewen

We are SO excited to welcome you to our home! As the founders of XL Escapes, we pour our hearts into creating a space where you can relax, unwind, and make lasting memories.

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With two rescue dogs—Holly from Bosnia and Buddy from All Bullie Rescue—and Nala, our beautiful ginger cat (and undisputed Queen of the house), we understand how important it is to feel not just at home, but truly content and relaxed—especially when traveling with your furry companions.

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Our goal is to offer more than just a holiday; we want to provide a home away from home where you can escape daily pressures, have a laugh, and enjoy quality time with loved ones. Whether it’s a cosy night in, exploring the local area, or simply making time for yourself, we’re here to make your stay special.

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If you have any requests—big or small—just let us know. We’re always happy to help (and we love an excuse to bring a smile to your face, drink in hand, of course!).

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Meet Your Hosts

My old dog Chester was a Stafford Pitty mix and truly strengthened my skills when it comes to supporting owners of strong, boisterous and reactive dogs. Due to his past he was a bite risk with high care needs, and it was exhausting at times trying to keep him and everyone around us safe. So I get it. I teach reactive dog guardians how to confidently advocate for their dogs' needs so they can stop feeling isolated and stressed. The way I work isn't about taking dogs away to fix them — I work with you to repair problems together so the solutions last. Living with a reactive dog is hard, and you shouldn't have to do it alone. When you have a bull breed that threatens people or other dogs, it's absolutely a team effort.
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XL Escapes Peace Of Mind Promise

Every business you see on XL Escapes has confirmed to us that they welcome XL Bullies. Before being listed, we ask the questions we'd want answered ourselves — from real experience living and travelling with XL and reactive dogs. That includes confirming they are happy to host XL Bullies, that their listing details are accurate, and that they've considered their own legal and insurance responsibilities. We don't assume. We don't guess. We ask — and they confirm. If anything changes or a business doesn't stand by what they've told us, we take it seriously. If a business listed on XL Escapes turns you away because of your dog's breed, contact us. We will review it, remove them if necessary, and refund your membership.

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Streetwise Dogs Training & Behaviour

⚲ Presteigne, Powys (Online support also available)

Fear-free training · XL Bully qualified & insured · Reactive dog specialist · In-person & remote sessions

Qualified and insured to train and rehabilitate XL Bullies. Experienced with bull breeds, Layne understands and empathises with them, with welfare always being the priority. Training is available both in person and remotely by video.

Full Property Description:

I'm Layne Arlina, a qualified dog trainer, behaviourist, and dog bite prevention educator. Not all professionals are qualified and insured to train and rehabilitate XL Bullies — I am. As an experienced bull breed owner and trainer, I see the big baby underneath the labels and bad press. Any dog can be dangerous, but bull breeds need to be taught with kindness and skill so they can learn to control their immense power and big emotions. I don't agree with, or use, methods that cause discomfort or fear. Successful behaviour change happens when both the dog and their guardian feel supported and confident. I use the skills I've learnt from working and living with bull breeds to help you regain control on the lead without corrections. I help you understand your dog as the animal, breed and individual they are by teaching body language and strengthening your ability to recognise what they need from you. If you've found me through XL Escapes, quote the code SQUISHY FACE to receive a discount when booking. If you haven't already, join me on Facebook where I share training tips, behaviour advice and videos of my young Jack Russell Terrier, Hero.

About This Listing

This property is owned and managed by the host. The information below is provided by the property owner and confirmed as accurate by them.
XL Escapes publishes this information to help guests make informed decisions and does not own or manage this property.

Full Property Description:

I'm Layne Arlina, a qualified dog trainer, behaviourist, and dog bite prevention educator. Not all professionals are qualified and insured to train and rehabilitate XL Bullies — I am. As an experienced bull breed owner and trainer, I see the big baby underneath the labels and bad press. Any dog can be dangerous, but bull breeds need to be taught with kindness and skill so they can learn to control their immense power and big emotions. I don't agree with, or use, methods that cause discomfort or fear. Successful behaviour change happens when both the dog and their guardian feel supported and confident. I use the skills I've learnt from working and living with bull breeds to help you regain control on the lead without corrections. I help you understand your dog as the animal, breed and individual they are by teaching body language and strengthening your ability to recognise what they need from you. If you've found me through XL Escapes, quote the code SQUISHY FACE to receive a discount when booking. If you haven't already, join me on Facebook where I share training tips, behaviour advice and videos of my young Jack Russell Terrier, Hero.

Paw of Approval

Photos from real stays, with dogs who gave it their paw of approval.

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Amenities:

Dog-Friendly Details That Matter 

XL Bullies are welcomed and Layne is qualified and insured to train and rehabilitate them. Reactive dogs are welcomed. Fear-free, welfare-focused training methods are used throughout. Training is available in person or remotely via video. Sessions are charged per household, so all dogs within the household are included, as household dynamics are considered an important part of behaviour work. When visiting your dog, they will need to wear a muzzle initially so training can be carried out safely and positively. If training takes place in an enclosed paddock that permits it, your dog may be able to work without a muzzle while Layne instructs from the opposite side of the mesh. This approach is designed for dogs who cannot safely be approached and allows guardians to remain actively involved throughout training. XL Bully owners should have their exemption certificate available so a copy can be taken. If your dog is involved in a legal case, relevant documentation will also need to be provided before training.

Neighbourhood Overview:

Streetwise Dogs Training & Behaviour is based in Presteigne, Powys, with support also available remotely by video, allowing owners to access behaviour and training guidance wherever they are.
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