Qualified, professional Clinical Animal Behaviourist working across Scotland
... using ethical and effective methods to help you enjoy life with your dog.
When our dogs struggle it can make life very stressful for all. It can turn everyday, simple, should-be-enjoyable tasks (e.g. dog walks, leaving your dog home alone so you can go out for dinner) into challenging situations that cause stress, frustration, worry, and upset (and not just for our dogs!) After all, we just want to ensure our dogs are living their best life!
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If this sounds familiar you are in the right place... I work with owners to give them the right tools, coaching, and support to help them change their dog's behaviour. Sessions can take place in your home, garden and out on dog walks - where ever you need the training to work. We can also work online which is a great way to tackle separation anxiety. You can enjoy the everyday with your dog again.
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I work throughout Scotland covering Perthshire, Dundee, Fife, and Stirling for in-person sessions and across the globe for online sessions (I have worked with clients in Edinburgh, Uist, Italy and even Los Angeles!)
Hi! My name is Karen and I have 18 years of experience working with animals as a Clinical Animal Behaviourist, Registered Veterinary Nurse and dog trainer. I am a qualified animal behaviourist with a diploma in Clinical Animal Behaviour from Edinburgh University, and am a full member of the ABPC.
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Only scientifically proven methods which are kind, positive, and force-free are used. I can help you change your dog's behaviour without using punishment, fear, or intimidation.
How I can help you...
FOR DOGS THAT WANT PEOPLE TO GO AWAY BY AVOIDING THEM, BARKING, GROWLING, AND/OR SNAPPING
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Suitable for: aggression toward visitors and people when out walking, resource guarding, dislike of handling, and vet/grooming visits.
FOR DOGS THAT ARE WORRIED OR FRUSTRATED WHEN DOGS ARE CLOSE BY BARKING, LUNGING, AND SNAPPING.
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Suitable for: dogs that are reactive toward other dogs, become worried around unfamiliar dogs, become over excited/frustrated.
FOR DOGS THAT BECOME ANXIOUS & STRESSED
WHEN FACING THINGS IN EVERYDAY LIFE.
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Suitable for: dogs who struggle home alone, are sensitive to sounds (e.g. fireworks, bangs), car travel problems, fear of grooming and worries about walking.