Choosing someone to help you with your dog's behaviour problems can be a difficult and expensive decision. There are a lot of behaviourists and trainers employing an even greater variety of techniques. Before picking up the phone and booking your first consultation with me, I would like you to consider whether I am the right person for you. This may seem like a strange question but when I work with clients and their dogs, it is a partnership. Getting it right is important for me and for you but most of all, for your dog. 

Firstly, if you believe that problem behaviours are solved by dominance, control, obedience training and punishment, then I may not be the right person to help you. My methods will challenge these beliefs and they are definitely not compatible (it may be helpful for you to read The Dominance Myth under the Education tab).

In order for us to work together successfully, you will need to be open to some new and maybe surprising ideas. Surprising for you, but not for your dog I promise you. You will suddenly start communicating in a way that your dog understands and he or she will definitely thank you for it. You will be happier as you understand what causes your dog's behaviour and then know what to do in response. My methods do not involve achieving desired behaviour by shaking a tin of stones in your dog's ear, shouting at it or giving him or her a tug on a choke chain. Instead, they involve kind and simple techniques that your dog will respond to. However, "Simple" does not necessarily mean fast. Some issues can take a considerable amount of time before marked improvement is achieved. They also require a consistent and sustained effort on your part. There is no 'quick fix' when it comes to dog behaviour.

I will show you how to communicate what behaviour you want from your dog using positive reinforcement. This will transform your relationship from one of a constant frustrating battle to a happy one, which will involve mutual trust and respect. However, please do not interpret "positive" as permissive. My methods are not about letting your dog do as it pleases - It is about teaching him or her to understand your rules and boundaries and about them developing  good manners, for example on the lead and when greeting people.

If you have tried obedience classes, traditional training techniques, pieces of equipment that claim to miraculously cure problems or are uncomfortable with techniques or advice previously received, it may be time to try a different way.