Behaviour Consultations

Private behaviour consultations are offered for any behaviours which are causing problems or concern. Examples of these behaviours can often include:

• Fears, phobias, anxieties
• Separation related problems
• Destructive behaviours
• Repetitive behaviours
• Inappropriate house soiling
• Uncontrollable barking
• Chasing
• Noise sensitivities
• Aggressive behaviour towards people
• Aggressive behaviour towards dogs and other animals
• Problems relating to old age

Unfortunately, there is no 'one size fits all' method for working through these behaviours, and often attempts at quick fixes simply mask these behaviours and cause other problems to develop in the process. The original behaviours can then return later on and become more difficult to work through.

Behaviour consultations are designed to investigate the reasons behind the behaviour in order to develop a suitable plan tailored to help you and your dog work through it appropriately.

A consultation will include:

1. A consultation at your home, usually lasting 2-3 hours
2. Full assessment and prognosis
3. A treatment plan tailored to your individual dog, and individual situation
4. A summary sheet at the time of consultation with key points to address
5. A full written report containing a step by step treatment plan

A history form and veterinary referral form will need to be completed and sent to me at least one week prior to your consultation.

Download the Canine History Form as a PDF or Word Document

Download the Veterinary Referral Form as a PDF or Word Document

• Consultations cost £160*. An additional charge of £40* per hour will apply for consultations lasting more than 3 hours
• Follow up visits can be arranged on an hourly basis for £40* to help you work through the treatment plan where needed

* Travel beyond 10 miles of North Hykeham will be charged at £0.45 per mile each way
* Payment must either be made by BACS prior to, or by cash at the time of the consultation

1-to-1 Training

Private training sessions or support visits can be arranged to suit your needs, and can cover topics such as:

• Preparing for a new puppy or adult dog
• Introducing a new dog to your existing pets
• Understanding how your dog sees the world
• Appropriate socialisation
• Confidence building
• Puppy toilet training
• Training specific behaviours
• Follow-on support after a consultation
• Basic agility or scent work
• Trick training just for fun
• Jumping up, pulling on the lead, coming when called
• Teaching general manners

Although I specialise in dog behaviour, my one-to-one sessions are available for any animals that you wish to train something new. I have experience in training a wide variety of animals, and can apply my training methods to a number of different species.

• An initial one-to-one training session costs £60* for 1.5 hours
• Additional one-to-one sessions will cost £40* per hour
• Training packages:
• £130* for 3 sessions (incl. initial session) if booked and paid for in full prior to or during the initial visit
• £200* for 5 sessions (incl. initial session) if booked and paid for in full prior to or during the initial visit

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* Travel beyond 10 miles of North Hykeham will be charged at £0.45 per mile each way
* Payment must either be made by BACS prior to, or by cash at the time of the one-to-one visit

* IMPORTANT NOTE - Please see the Behaviour Consultations page if your dog is presenting any of the behaviours listed there, as a full consultation will be needed to work through those problems *

Group Activities & Classes

Our classes are due to re-start at the end of July 2017. Keep an eye on the website or like the facebook page to get instant updates on our activities.

If you are interested in attending any of the activities below, get in touch to be the first to know when dates are confirmed. All class bookings are on a first come first served basis, so register your interest to avoid disappointment.

Life Skills for Puppies Classes

For puppies aged 8 - 20 weeks old. Classes are based on the ‘Life Skills’ concepts outlined in the book ‘Life Skills for Puppies’ (purchased on Amazon).

The course lasts for 7 weeks including an initial behaviour and learning workshop. Throughout the course you will not only learn to teach your puppy important behaviours and cues, but will develop a greater understanding of your puppy and how they see the world around them while having lots of fun.

Puppy Social Walks

These walks are for puppies who are attending approved classes to have the opportunity to meet other puppies in a safe and appropriate way. They will also be able to practice their newly developing skills in the great outdoors with support.

Life Skills for Beginners Classes

For any dogs from 5 months to senior age, who have not attended classes or training sessions before and would benefit from learning in a group environment. With similar concepts to our puppy classes, this course is tailored for older dogs.

'Just for Fun' Classes

This course of 4 classes allows you to try a taster of a few different fun activities that you can do with your dog. These include basic agility, scent games and trick training, while also giving you the opportunity to develop your own specific skills.

‘Reactive’ Dog Classes

This 6 week course is for dogs who can find walks difficult due to their feelings about other dogs or people. These classes are designed to teach you and your dog the skills to cope on walks, and change the way you both feel about seeing these ‘triggers’.

These classes have a maximum of 4 dogs present to allow for focussed individual attention, and are carried out in a secure outdoor space to allow plenty of safe distance where needed.

Education

From time to time we will be running talks and workshops aimed at teaching you to understand dog behaviour, and learn new ways to have fun with your own dog by teaching you both some new skills.

Tailored talks and workshops can also be put together for specific animal related topics, or a specific audience.

If you work with a school, group or club, or run a dog related business such as kennels, groomers, or a pet store, please get in touch to see what we can arrange for you.

I am fully insured, DBS certified, and am currently studying Level 1 British Sign Language.

Rescues

I strongly support the adoption of rescue dogs but I understand that it can be a bit daunting if you have never adopted one before, or if you have taken one on with existing problems.

Despite popular belief that buying a puppy is a ‘clean slate’, any dog can develop behaviour problems at any age, and any dog can be born with temperamental traits that can make the human world a little bit more challenging to navigate.

Although I encourage seeking help early on if a problem arises, it is never too late to try and offer your dog some help, and it is never too late to try something new and fun that you can do together just for pure enjoyment. Your dog may just surprise you!

Please get in touch to see how I can help.