"Let's Talk Dogs"

Good question! I'm passionate about supporting both ends of the lead - canine and human. In my experience, the human needs just as much support as the dog.

Like humans, dogs are unique individuals and your relationship is unique. All relationships thrive on good communication and meeting the needs of both parties. My approach is to help you to understand the dog's needs and your needs; addressing both brings strength, balance and clarity to the relationship, allowing you to enjoy your life together.

As you are probably aware by now, there are NO guarantees in life. Dogs are living, breathing, thinking indivduals whose behaviour is the result of a complex mix of internal and external influences. I would be wary of anyone who claims to guarantee behavioural change using only kind and ethical methods. 

What I can guarantee is that I will listen to you, support and guide you.  And I'm confident that the skills I share with you will bring you relief, deepen your understanding of your dog and empower you to move forward in a more positive way. Consequently, many issues simply fade away.

Interestingly, when the pandemic forced dog trainers and behaviorists to offer their services online they were surprised how successful it proved to be and the distinct advantages over face-to-face meetings:

• Your dog is not unsettled by an unfamiliar presence. This is especially important for anxious, fearful or over-excitable dogs . 
• You're not paying for my travelling time and time waiting for your dog to settle. 
• I can glean more information by observing video footage taken by you at various times and in various places than I could from a single face-to-face meeting in one setting. 
• Our time together is focused and productive; your dog can snooze happily in the background while we concentrate on how we can best help them.

That all depends on what the issue is. My aim for you is that I can provide information and support that will promote a sense of relief almost immediately. From there we can decide on the next most appropriate steps.

Ultimately, there are no quick-fixes and each dog-parent relationship is unique with it's own unique challenges.

We never stop learning and this consultation is just a step on your journey. It's my privilege to help and support you, and you may want to add extra sessions along the way.