“If you want your dog to respect you, you must also respect your dog. A good relationship is based on two-way communication, and living together in a well-balanced togetherness. Leadership does not solve anything; it only creates problems, in our lives as well as in the dogs’ lives.”
— Turid Rugaas, Norwegian Dog Trainer & Educator and my teacher.
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When I work with you and your dog, I will seek to find out everything about your dog. I will observe your dog’s body language while (s)he is moving, resting, and exploring. You will have a chance to tell me all your concerns and ask me questions. It’s details, context, and the big picture I am taking in.
A dog’s life can improve with a few small changes. Dogs and their guardians often form a symbiotic relationship. Sometimes we are so close to an issue that it's difficult to see.
I look forward to working together with you and your dog to find positive solutions.
Consultations usually take 1-1.5 hrs. I am happy to travel to your home to observe your dog with your dog and all family members (who live with her/him) present. This includes other dog family members. If you would rather travel to a neutral place, such as my own garden, this may also possible in the future.
It is often helpful for dog guardians to take notes while we discuss what is going on. I will follow up our session with a report via email and some resources. Your follow up emails and phone calls to me, at your discretion, are part of this service. The cost for the session, report, and follow up communication is $160. Any subsequent consultation for other issues or training, such as leash work are charged by the hour at £50/hr and £35 for 1/2 hr.
I will send you an ‘intake form’ via email prior to our meeting to gather the basic information about your dog .
I hold current public indemnity insurance and professional liability insurance.