Behaviour support that looks at the whole dog
Helping you understand the behavioural, emotional and physical factors influencing your dog, with evidence-led support tailored to both of you.
Not sure where to start?
Is your dog’s behaviour leaving you confused about what to do next? In this short video, I explain why behaviour is rarely just a training problem, what may be influencing your dog and how I can help you find a way forward.
What is driving your dog's behaviour?
Living with a dog who is struggling can feel exhausting, confusing and isolating. Whether it’s reactivity, anxiety, or behaviour that feels unpredictable, these responses don’t happen without reason.
Behaviour reflects how a dog is coping with their environment, experiences, and physical state. My work focuses on understanding that properly so that we can create meaningful, lasting change.
Why hasn't the usual advice worked?
Many owners come to me having already followed training advice, attended classes or spent hours searching online for answers — often with the best intentions.
With so much information available, it can quickly become confusing, overwhelming and sometimes conflicting. Some approaches may help in the moment. However, when behaviour is influenced by something deeper, such as emotional overwhelm, past experiences or underlying discomfort, focusing only on the behaviour itself can miss what is actually driving it.
This can leave both you and your dog feeling stuck despite all the time and effort you have put in.
A different approach
This isn’t about trying to ‘fix’ your dog or suppress their behaviour.
I take the time to understand what is driving it, considering your dog’s experiences, environment, emotional state and physical comfort, not just what you can see on the surface. From there, I guide you through clear, practical steps that feel manageable in real life, without judgement or the use of aversive methods.
Behaviour cases are undertaken on veterinary referral, allowing me to work alongside your vet so your dog’s physical and emotional well-being can be considered together.
Does my dog need behaviour support or training?
It is not always easy to know where training ends and behaviour support begins. Both can involve teaching new skills, but the right starting point depends on what your dog is experiencing and what may be driving their behaviour.
Behaviour support may be right for you if:
Your dog is experiencing reactivity, anxiety, guarding, aggressive responses or behaviour that feels intense, unpredictable or difficult to manage.
Training may be right for you if:
Your dog is generally coping well and you would like help teaching or strengthening everyday skills, such as recall, lead walking, settling or puppy foundations.
Choosing The Right Support
Choosing support for your dog can feel overwhelming, particularly when you are unsure which approach is right or who to trust.
It is important that you feel comfortable with the person you choose to work with. This is why I offer a free discovery call, giving us an opportunity to discuss what is happening, answer your questions and decide whether my approach feels right for you and your dog.
If you’d like to learn more about my experience, approach, and qualifications, take a look at my about me page.
