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Behavioural First Aid is a supportive service aimed at helping dogs with challenging or puzzling behaviour, without the need for a full behavioural consultation.

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Personalized support for you and your dog.

Is your adorable pup suddenly acting like a rebellious teenager?

Does it feel like you're caught in a canine drama?

Has your dog started pulling on the leash, barking, jumping up, or lunging unexpectedly?

Are you unsure about what went wrong?

These situations can be stressful for everyone involved, but you don’t have to face them alone. There’s a better way! You can get guidance from an accredited professional with over 28 years of experience, qualified in science-based methods, who truly understands what you’re going through.

This service is designed for dog owners feeling overwhelmed or uncertain, offering expert help to manage your dog’s behaviour in daily life.


I can help!

Hands-on advice about managing risks, safety protocols and practical training techniques for common issues

Professional guidance on preventing situations from progressing further

Rebuild your dogs confidence and enable you both to lead a calmer life

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  • The sheer volume of dog training and behaviour advice can be overwhelming and inconsistent, often leading to frustration and worsening issues. Seeking help from a qualified behaviourist and trainer professionally qualified with science-based knowledge allows you to relax and focus on your dog with confidence.

  • Behavioural first aid is designed for dogs without a bite history, offering practical, supportive guidance to manage daily challenges, reduce risks, and build confidence. Many dogs, especially those with reactivity, can benefit from tailored techniques and new approaches to training.

  • Positive reinforcement training is not about quick fixes or gimmicks. It avoids aversive methods and gadgets, which research shows can worsen problems. Instead, it focuses on building trust and addressing underlying issues. In some cases, deeper problems linked to anxiety or trauma may require a broader clinical approach and rehabilitation.

  • I work exclusively one-on-one with clients to ensure personalized care and attention. We use detailed questionnaires and thorough consultations to get a comprehensive look at your and your dog’s situation.

  • I look at the whole picture to get a holistic overview of you and your dogs unique situation. This multi-faceted approach aims to improve your dog’s whole quality of life.

  • Flexible options include online sessions with email or phone check-ins to fit in around your lifestyle and commitments. My goal is to help you and your dog achieve long-term success.

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Want to know more? Check out the frequently asked questions page and if your enquiry is not listed here please feel free to contact me, I would love to help

What aspects can I expect from this service?

  • Safe exercise guidance: Help with choosing and using the right equipment—like leads, harnesses, or head collars—along with advice to ensure walks/ trips outside are calm, controlled, and secure.

  • Ways to enrich your dogs life: Sometimes just a few tweaks to your dog’s daily life and routine can make a huge difference. Suggested activities to help challenge your dog and make them use their brain productively.

  • Home safety tips: Strategies to make your space less risky, especially if your dog’s behaviour might escalate in certain situations indoors.

  • Outdoor risk reduction: Practical techniques for spotting, avoiding and dealing with triggers while out, like unfamiliar dogs or loud noises.

  • Preventative management: Early-stage tactics to stop challenging behaviour from developing further—before it becomes a bigger issue.

  • Session overview + what’s next: You’ll finish with a summary of what was covered and guidance on how to follow up or escalate if needed.

  • Supportive vibe: You’ll be working with an experienced professional who is patient, empathetic, and approachable

  • Flexible format: Online sessions, email support and follow up appointments to fit in around your life and set your dog up for success.

Think of it as canine coaching with a safety-first twist!

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1:1 behavioural & training courses are perfect for:

  • First-time dog owners seeking general guidance and support in raising a well-behaved canine companion.

  • Puppy owners starting to experience issues with their puppy as they enter adolescence.

  • Dog owners with specific training challenges such as pulling on the lead, not coming back when called or reactivity to other dogs.

  • Owners of rescue dogs who require extra understanding to help their dogs learn the skills they need to enjoy their new life.

Does this sounds like you?

Ready to get started?

Book Your Initial Consultation 

During this session, I will assess your dog's needs, discuss your goals and develop a personalised training plan.

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Focused Training Sessions

I’ll work closely with you and your dog, guiding you through the training techniques and providing support every step of the way.

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Practice Makes Perfect

Implement the strategies learned consistently with your dog. Enjoy seeing your dog learn through trust and understanding.

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Courses available

Behavioural First Aid is available as two online options taken over a 6 week time frame:

Silver - 90 minute consultation, written overview of your session and next steps plan, email support, and a 30 minute follow up appointment. £250

Gold - 90 minute consultation, written overview of your session and next steps plan, email support, 60 minute 1-1 session and a 30 minute follow up appointment. £350

Pay as you go appointments are available after completion of courses and are £80 per 60 minute session

Are you ready to help your dog overcome their struggles?