
About Me
Ella Carey - Owner & Head Behaviourist
I have been working with dogs in a professional capacity across various canine sectors for the last 15 years. Hounds & Co. has been my passion for the last 8 of those.
My experience has taught me that it is best not to spot-treat behaviours but to step back and look at the whole picture. I am detail obsessed and look at all factors of each individual dogs life, from diet, genetics, breed, fulfilment, health, routine, environment and lifestyle.
Each dog is treated on a case by case basis and subsequently we do not tie ourselves to one method or ideology.
While I enjoy helping owners overcome all kinds of behavioural challenges, I have a particular passion for recall, predation and off-lead reliability. There's nothing more rewarding than seeing an owner confidently let their dog off lead, knowing they have the trust, communication and control to enjoy that freedom together.
I am based in Stoke-by-Nayland, Suffolk with my two Rhodesian Ridgebacks Gussy and Nev, and my less-doggy-mad but incredibly patient Husband, Will.
My Qualifications
- Degree in Animal Sciences from Harper Adams University
- Over 15 years of hands-on experience with dogs of all breeds, sizes and ages.
- First-aid trained
- IOA accredited training qualifications in:
- Dog Behaviour & Training
- Dog Socialisation & Obedience

Meet the Team


Kim
Kim has been with us for many years after initially starting off as a client with her ex-reactive Beagle, Daisy. Kim is now an experienced Hounds & Co. Trainer and Packwalker covering the Colchester area. Kim has 4 fully off-lead trained dogs, 3 Beagles and a Deaf American Bulldog and regularly takes part in Barn Hunt Trials. You can find her @houndsandco_kim
What are we good at?
Recall and Predation Specialists
We specialise in...
- Recall that is reliable. Your dog will leave us being able to come away from; food, fuss, other dogs, wildlife, livestock, runners, cyclists and other distractions in the environment.
- Predation. We understand that accidents happen with dogs and wildlife and sometimes even livestock. We can fix this dangerous and upsetting behavioural problem sensitively and without judgement.
- Heelwork. Pulling on the lead is not only incredibly frustrating, it's also physically detrimental to your dog, as well as you the owner. All dogs leave us with an on and off-lead heel.
- Gundog Training. We seeing love breeds doing what they were meant to do. From starting from scratch or problem solving, we'd love to help.
- Other anti-social behavioural issues and much, much more! From reactivity, OCD and to separation anxiety. There's not much we've not seen at this point but we do love surprises!
Packwalks
We are incredibly proud of our Packwalk programme. Our oldest and most popular service.
Packwalks are far more than just a dog walk. We provide safe, structured fulfilment that will leave your dog tired, happy and won't undo any of your training. We can promise that there is zero chaos but still plenty of fun!
The Hounds & Co. Packwalk Curriculum includes (but is not limited to):
- Confidence building
- Gundog Training
- Impulse control
- Whistle work
- Walking to heel off lead
- Group recall
- Walking to heel on lead
- Balanced and well matched play
- Swimming
- Individual recall to their own name in a group
- Ignoring distractions
- Manners
- Improving social skills
Covering Earls Colne, Colne Engaine, White Colne, Wakes Colne, Chappel, Great Tey, Stoke-by-Nayland, Nayland, Wissington, and Colchester.
Please note; in order to protect the integrity of our walks and the investment made by our dog owners, all dogs on packwalks MUST already have a high level of obedience and must pass a trial walk in order to be accepted. Training prior to joining may be required.



Our Services & Fees
Bespoke Training Packages
POA. Please enquire via the email address at the bottom of the page to organise your complimentary 15 minute phone consultation.
Behavioural Consultations
£200 per session. Video Analysis/Whatsapp Support/Email included, in addition to with a detailed behavioural report
Virtual Training
£120 per 1hr20min session.
Video Analysis/Whatsapp/Email Support between sessions iincluded.
Pack Walks
From £25 per dog per walk, dependent on area.


Happy Dogs. Happier Owners.
Testimonials from some of my wonderful clients.






























