Personalised Training for Real-Life Behaviour Challenges
When walks, visitors, recall or everyday routines become difficult, it is easy to feel unsure about what to do next.
I provide individual dog training and behaviour support built around your dog, your goals and your lifestyle. We will look at why the behaviour may be happening, reduce opportunities for unwanted behaviour to be repeated and teach practical skills that help you move forward.
25+ Years' Experience
Rehoming and training rescue dogs
Reward-Based Methods
100% force-free science-backed
Certified PST Instructor
1 of only 3 specialists in Scotland
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In-person & online flexibility
Support for Dogs of Different Ages, Breeds & Backgrounds
You may be looking for help with one specific behaviour, several connected challenges or a general feeling that life with your dog is becoming harder to manage.
Some concerns appear suddenly. Others build over time or only become obvious in particular environments. You do not need to diagnose the problem before getting in touch. The first step is to explain what you are seeing and what you would like to change.
I will help you identify the most useful starting point and develop a plan that is appropriate for your dog.
Dog-Training & Behaviour Concerns I Can Help With
Every dog is different. Some behaviours may have several contributing factors, so we will prioritise the changes that can make the greatest practical difference.
How Dog Training Works
A clear 4-step process from initial conversation to lasting results.
Free 20 Min Call
Tell me about your dog, the behaviour you are seeing and what you would like help with. I will answer questions and arrange the required Initial Assessment.
90-Min Assessment
Observe and assess your dog’s behaviour, explore motivations, identify management changes to reduce unwanted behaviour practise immediately.
Personalised Plan
Begin foundation exercises during assessment. Receive a tailored weekly training plan suited to your dog's needs and lifestyle.
Ongoing Support
Continue with individual 1-to-1 sessions, 3 or 5-session coaching packages, Walk & Train, or specialist Predation Substitute Training.
Your 90-Minute Initial Assessment
The Initial Assessment gives us the time and space to understand what is happening before deciding how to proceed.
Ongoing One-to-One Support
Following the Initial Assessment, ongoing support can be adapted to the amount of coaching you and your dog need.
Single 1-to-1 Session
A focused 60-minute session in a suitable environment (home or local park).
- Focus on a specific skill or goal
- Structured modification plan
- Email / WhatsApp follow-up
3-Session Coaching Package
Three 60-minute 1-to-1 sessions designed for structured, progressive support.
- Lead pulling & recall
- Mild reactivity & confidence
- Progressive review between sessions
5-Session Coaching Package
Five 60-minute 1-to-1 sessions for extensive coaching and multiple training needs.
- Complex or multi-faceted concerns
- Work across multiple environments
- Detailed coaching notes & full support
Walk & Train Support
Walk & Train may be suitable when you are short on time or would like me to work directly with your dog on agreed training priorities.
The first step is still the required Initial Assessment. Your dog will be collected and taken to their usual walking area or an agreed environment. Training can focus on lead walking, recall foundations, focus around distractions, and calm outdoor behaviour.
Support Between Sessions
Training progress does not only happen during appointments. Where included in the service, you will have access to email or WhatsApp follow-up support. This gives you a way to ask relevant questions, clarify an exercise and share brief updates about how the plan is progressing.
Clear Guidance Without Pain or Fear
My approach is based on teaching useful behaviour, reinforcing progress and helping dogs cope more successfully with situations they find difficult. Positive reinforcement is not about ignoring problems. It is about addressing them ethically and practically.
Start With a Conversation
You do not need to choose a package before speaking to me. Book a free 20 minute call and tell me about your dog.