Dog Behaviour Consultations around Worcester or Online
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed or frustrated with your dog’s behaviour? Whether they’re struggling with anxiety, worrying you with aggressive/ reactive outbursts or simply have issues that make them hard to live with, it can leave you questioning what to do, especially when faced with conflicting advice.
I’ve Been There Too
Don’t worry - I’m here to give you the help you need to move towards a more harmonious relationship with your dog.
Offering supportive and ethical advice, backed up by plenty of experience and a world-class qualification in animal behaviour, you can rest assured that you’ll be in safe hands by choosing to work with me.
As a dog trainer and behaviourist who has lived with multiple rescue dogs, I’ve not only worked through problems with my clients’ dogs but also my own. From aggression towards other dogs and people, to separation anxiety, I’ve seen it all (and probably been through it myself)!
“We are seeing the difference”
“Firstly - thank you so much for the most valuable information I have ever had. We are putting your advice into practice and we are seeing the difference. It was such a lightbulb moment when I realised I wasn't looking at anything from the dog's point of view - only worrying that I was doing the right thing.”
— Penny and Max
Dog Behaviour Support Packages
Choose from two options, depending on whether you’d like in-person or online support.
Option 1: In-Person Support
Vet referral and clinical history to ensure a joined-up, multi-professional approach
1 hour zoom call to gather all of the relevant background information about your dog and the specific problem(s)
Initial report with management strategies to help get you started and avoid rehearsal of the behaviour
1.5 - 2 hour in-person appointment to assess your dog, set out the plan and get started on the training
Updated written report with a full evaluation of the problem and plan to move forward (also copied to your vet)
Follow-up appointments as required, to support you with the practical application of the plan
Investment: £300 + travel costs
Option 2: Online
Vet referral and clinical history to ensure a joined-up, multi-professional approach
Comprehensive client questionnaire, to help me prepare in order to make the most of our time at the consultation
1.5 hour online consultation via Zoom, to discuss your concerns, identify the issues and set out a plan
1 hour follow-up session via Zoom, to guide you through the training exercises and support your progress
Email or WhatsApp support between appointments so that you can have a speedy response to any questions
Investment: £250
“Pauline is fantastic”
“Pauline is fantastic (along with her dogs that have helped out too!). Having taken in a foreign rescue puppy (which means not the most effective process for assessment etc), means I naively went in a bit blind. Add on puppy behaviour, separation anxiety and an inexperienced owner to these needs meant I was at breaking point a few times. Pauline has built both our confidence, helped me understand what is anxiety and what is just a frustrated puppy. Training is life long but Pauline provides the understanding and flexibility to tweak to what the dog needs, balancing out with the reality of life. So much so even when it gets hard I’m way more relaxed as committed fully to Mags as know she can become a well rounded hound.
— Nikki and Mags
Got a different problem? Just get in touch to let me know how I can help you.
“We haven’t looked back since”
“I rehomed my dog Oscar from a rescue charity when he was 6 years old. He had a number of problems which included fear based aggression towards other dogs, guarding toys/food and no recall to name but a few. After six months of trying to resolve those particular issues I asked Pauline for her help and we haven't looked back since.”
— Carma & Oscar
Did you know?
Scentwork can provide a valuable tool when used as part of a behaviour plan, it is also a fantastically calming, enriching and satiating activity for puppies and adolescents that need to be occupied and satisfying and rewarding for all dogs and owners.
As a scentwork specialist, I can support you with incorporating this incredible activity into your behaviour plan, where appropriate.
Behaviour FAQs
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Scientific Research has shown that there can be a close link between behaviour and underlying medical problems and therefore as a behaviourist in order to ensure that all avenues to the source of a behaviour problem are examined, I work closely with vets to assess any possible links between behaviour issues and health concerns.
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Once your appointment has been booked, I will email your vet directly.
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Book a 15 minute free call to talk through the behaviour options or email me to discuss your needs.
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Usually yes. Please book a call so we can discuss your dog’s needs.
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Worcestershire
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50p per mile from Malvern area
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Yes, zoom provides a platform whereby we can have a face to face discussion and cover all the background information. Videos of your dog’s behaviour can be shared via whatsapp and practical training sessions can also take place. For some dogs who are struggling with anxiety or reactivity, remote training is actually better for them.
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I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Animal Behaviour and Training, an Advanced Diploma in Practical Aspects of Companion Animal behaviour. I am a provisional member of the APBC* and a full member of CABPT, the APDT and the ABTC.
* Provisional CAB Members have demonstrated that they have the appropriate level of Knowledge and Understanding for the professional role of Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CAB). They are now gaining the practical experience necessary to be assessed as a CAB and therefore become a Full Member of the APBC. The APBC supports its Provisional Members undertaking behaviour consultations.
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Please check with your policy provider but pet behaviour is covered by many companies and I can help with the paperwork.
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Successful resolution of your dog’s behaviour problems will depend on a number of factors and some of those cannot be changed such as your dog’s genetics and early life experiences. Behaviour change takes time and consistency and whilst I can help you understand the causes of your dog’s behaviour and put together a plan to resolve the problems, successful resolution cannot be guaranteed.