Dog to dog behaviour challenges
For dogs who bark, growl and lunge at other dogs.. they are basically saying "leave me alone!"
Dog to dog behaviour challenges in St Albans, Hertfordshire
Giving you and your dog confidence on walks again.
Are you finding walks stressful, overwhelming and are you avoiding other dogs on walks? Does it feel like you are in a video game and dodging triggers to avoid your dog from reacting?
I'm here to help make your walks more enjoyable again. My support gives you step by step guidance on how to help your dog.
It can feel embarrassing and stressful when your dog is barking and lunging at other dogs.
Behaviours that get practiced can become engrained through the dogs life - practice makes perfect. The training with me helps you navigate this time with confidence and resilience.
For too long, there has been too much misinformation thrown around by the internet, people in the park and TV about dog’s attempting to display dominance.
The idea that pulling on the lead to barking and lunging means a dog needs to be around lots of dogs to cure them or it's stemming from you not being a good leader, or this behaviour needs to be punished, is nonsense. It’s time to stop this.
By focusing on what we would like dogs to do instead we can manage behaviour, help change their emotional response. and make walks enjoyable again. We look at the triggers of the behaviour, the motivation and emotion behind it and provide solutions to get results and relief. Sadly, there are a lot of ideas around reactivity and people can do more harm than good - leading to other problems.
It can be hard to know what to do when there’s a plethora of info out there.. that’s why I’m here to help.
As a clinical animal behaviourist, I combine training and behavioural understanding with 7 years dog experience to bring a programme to you .
How does it all work?
You book a call with me to discuss the challenges you are facing. I love to speak to people and explain how I work and how I can help them and their dog. This is a free call.
If you decide you'd like to go ahead
A vet referral required - this involves a vet signing a form to confirm behaviour services can take place and sending across your pets clinical history. This is an important part of the behavioural service, you can read more on this here.
If you are more than 45 minutes drive from AL1 3TF then we can offer all support remotely via zoom/phone/email.
If you would prefer an in-person consultation initially then this may be possible (depending on location), so please contact me to discuss: hello@stpawstrainingacademy.co.uk
What is included?
- Pre work prior to the consultation which includes studying your dog's clinical history, creating a timeline of events, and the questionnaire
- A 1.5 hour consultation which includes why your dog is behaving this way, what to do, how to start to build their confidence straight away.
- Help filling in insurance forms
- 2 x 1 hour sessions in person where we put in to place techniques to help you and your dog and get the relief and results you need.
- A behavioural report outlining everything regarding your dogs behaviour and what to do to change it.
- A report to your vet
- Remote support via email/ WhatsApp for 1.5 hours - I'm here for you.
- Access to useful resources and videos.
- Liaising with your vet incase their input is required at any stage.
Who does this service help?
This service is for a person who may find that their dog is not listening to them as much as they used to and they are barking and lunging making walks stressful and embarrassing.
A person who has reached out to work with me may recognise some of these statements:
• My dog has selective deafness
• I’m in pain and have spent money on physio because my dog pulled me
• I feel worried about my dog when I am away on holiday – I don’t trust people to have them
• Walks are becoming unbearable - I can’t deal with it
• I am worried my dog is going to pull me over
• My dog is barking and lunging at other dogs and I don’t know why. I’ve worked so hard with them and feel at a loss of what to do
• I feel scared my dog will bite another dog so I don’t let them off
• Walks are meant to be fun – they just aren’t enjoyable anymore
• I love my dog but her behaviour is making life really tough
• I’m avoiding trips away with my dog as I know it will be a nightmare
• I’m really confused and at a loss of what to do – there are so many arm chair dog trainers around giving advice in the park
• Something needs to change
• I am fed up of people giving me nasty looks and telling me to get my dog under control
• I am tired of feeling socially embarrassed and having to leave places because of my dog’s behaviour
A person who signs up may find they have positive results with the following areas:
• Their dog checks in with them rather than barking and lunging
• Their dog walks politely on the lead without pulling and yanking
• They feel more relaxed on walks and so does their dog
• They know what to do when a dog pops up from out of the blue
• They feel confident in supporting their dog to have a new emotional response
• They understand their dogs behaviour and feelings more and are proactive than reactive
Social media is littered with advice that can be detrimental to your dogs physical and mental health - be in the know.
Our Prices
£595. Additional follow up sessions can be booked for £90 per hour.
The most cost effective option is to pay upfront but there is a 2 monthly installment plan too if you prefer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q - Why do I need to get a vet referral?
A - It is important that I have a relationship with your vet incase their input is needed at any stage. Sometimes pain can play a part in problem behaviours.
Q - How long will it take to see progress?
A- This can depend on how long the dog has been rehearsing the behaviour. If they have been doing it for a long time it can take time for it to cease. Practice makes perfect so by following my techniques you will see progress.
Q- Do you use methods that are painful or harsh?
A- No, all methods are kind and modern.
If you have any more questions please reach out to me.
Why work with me?
- You feel stressed and overwhelmed on walks.
- You have tried different techniques with your dog and they have not worked.
- You feel worried about your dogs wellbeing.
- Walks have become an experience that you want to avoid.
- You want to have walks that you and your dog enjoy.
- You want to work with someone who has experience working with dogs who are reactive and who is qualified.
- You want to feel supported and not shamed.
