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Dog Behaviour Consultant

Dog Behaviour Consultant in Portsmouth, Hampshire

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Clients’ Comments – Behaviour

Get expert help with your beloved pet

I just LOVE dogs of every shape, size and demeanour. Unfortunately, although dog owners also love their dogs, they often find that they’re not quite so fond of some of their dog's behaviour – some of it can even be quite frightening at times. Problems such as aggression, jumping-up, lead-pulling and what even appears to be just plain “madness” are all too often preventing dog owners from having a relaxed and happy life with their pet. What some people don’t realise is that this could well mean that the dog is not really happy either and addressing the issues can make for a much happier life for the whole household.
 
What I can help you to do is to understand why your dog does what it does and what it may be trying to convey to you; whilst also enabling the dog to understand exactly what you want from them. A common mistake is relying too much on a dog to understand your spoken word, without recognising that this is simply not the way that dogs communicate. In my own experience, a positive two-way communication with your dog can lead to a much closer bond as well as a much less troublesome existence for all the family.
 
You may be asking yourself "Why do I need assistance from a professional?" It's true that there are many TV shows, books, websites & DVDs available to help you to deal with your dog's behaviour; but what they are unable help you to do is to accurately assess your individual dog's needs. In order to practise behaviour therapy effectively, a sound understanding of canine communication and underlying psychological theory is essential. This is why some TV shows will advise "Do not attempt these techniques without consulting a professional".
 
It is now known that as many as 40% of dog owners experience difficulties with their dogs and increasing numbers are seeking help in the form of behaviour therapy. Canine behaviour therapy attempts to modify the dog’s behaviour using tried and tested psychological principles for the benefit of both the dog and the owner.

First visit - The assessment

First visit - The assessment

I will visit you at your home for a 1-2 hour consultation to find out more about the problems you are encountering and to assess your dog's behaviour and the underlying causes.

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Dog Behaviour Consultant

The written "Action Programme" booklet

Once I have assessed the issues from the points of view of both dog and owner; I can create an optional written Action Programme for you to keep. The programme will be tailor-made for you to follow to help your dog - using a careful blend of psychology and natural canine communication with some additional basic dog-training as required.

Virtual Consultations

Due to the pandemic, I have had to make adjustments as to how I can continue to provide my services as a Dog Behaviour Consultant. As a result I have now added virtual consultations to the services I provide.



Depending upon the behaviour problems you need help with, in many cases I can offer assistance purely via video-call. This not only means that you can work with me at a reduced cost, but also means that I can offer my services to anyone who may need me – regardless of your location. This means that I can now offer my services UK-wide.



1:1 ASSISTANCE BY THE HOUR

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Every dog and every case are different and so I always strive to tailor the tuition to meet your specific needs. I have therefore decided to work and charge by the hour to enable you to receive as little or as much assistance as you require. This work will involve a balanced mix of "hands-on" practical work and verbal tuition, plus assistance with regard to how to use your written Action Programme if you choose to have one.
In most cases I will visit you a few times leaving you with some "homework" to work on between sessions. In some cases however, a single visit is enough - how you choose to work with me is up to you.
The sessions will be carried out at your home or at specific locations appropriate to the problem - e.g. at the dog park etc.
As you work with your programme, you will be welcome to telephone or e-mail me with any further questions that may arise.
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Progress assessment

Canine communication and psychology can be a complex subject, and your programme will be simplified to make it concise and easy to follow. 
For this reason it is beneficial for me to carry out a short progress assessment a couple of months or so after our last session together. This will enable me to re-assess your dog's behaviour, to check on your progress with the programme and to carry out any "fine-tuning" that may be required. This will ensure that both you and your dog are comfortable with the way things are progressing and that you are getting the best possible results from working with me.
I teach methods that anyone can learn, and there is no pain or suffering involved for the dog. 
As a student of Cesar Millan I work very much "Cesar's Way" - if this is for you, then give me a call.
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