Do you love your dog but his or her behaviour is causing stress that is also affecting many aspects of life?
Dog Behaviour concerns often get worse if not addressed. A normal discerning owner may seek behaviour advice for a variety of reasons. Canine Whispers looks at your dog as an individual and works with you on a behaviour modification programme, from dog behaviour consultation, to follow up advice and support. We aim to repair the dog-human bond, influence your dog’s behaviour choices and thus help the effect it has on family life, for the better.
We understand how important your dog is to you and that dog behaviour problems, or concerns can naturally feel stressful, that’s why we use Dog Whispers with positive training methods to get your dog back on track. It takes time and progress in stages. Resolution is relative to the duration of the problem, severity, etc. It will need your input, dedication & consistency by all people in the household, with prevention of rehearsal of the poor behaviour and instigating simple strategies and management policies. Luckily we’re here to help.
Our Dog Behaviour Modification & Training is tailored to you and your dog. Unlike some other dog behaviour training and counselling services, we work with both dog and owner in a thorough focused manor, so that every case is treated individually, with the upmost care. We assess your dog behaviour case thoroughly to understand your unique dog’s behavioural perspective, so we can tailor the dog behaviour modification plan to your dog and your circumstances.
Your dog’s behaviour concern will be addressed with a dog behaviour consultation package. An initial phone call is held, so you can outline what behaviour concerns you. There is no charge for this initial call. However I do not ascertain cause, or advise in this call. If you want to book advice, to gain the asset of many dedicated hours, of a clinical animal behaviourist working on your case. A deposit and fee is paid, to secure your appointment and consultation package. Prior the to dog behaviour consultation, I ask clients to fill out a dog behaviour questionnaire.
Consult your veterinarian, to diagnose related underlying clinical reasons, that may cause, or affect exhibited behaviour. If it doesn’t compromise safety, or welfare, a video of your dog can be sent, via a link to your DropBox account and include this link in an email to me, or if brief, as an iMessage. I will review history of your completed questionnaire, video and information provided, prior to consultation.
An up to three hour dog behaviour consultation is held with household members, at a mutually convenient time. The dog is assessed and behavioural issues are systematically explored. This includes discussions, demonstrations, management strategies and training. A consultation is followed up with a dog Behaviour Report. Sent a few days later. This contains a personalised dog behaviour modification plan, tailored for you and your dog. A dog behaviour report summary is also provided for your veterinarian.
There are no quick fixes for behavioural problems and the success of the programme is governed by your consistent work and patience. Support is included after consultation, for you to contact Canine Whispers by phone, or email for the agreed duration. This guides you and your dog forward, in stages with the plan, as this is how your dog will learn best.
This thorough consultation process is available in 3 package types:
A video call appointment is set. The consultation is 1.5–3 hours long with your household members. This includes behaviour assessment and live training to guide you and your dog through the process. I may use video and other medium to aid learning. You can discuss your dog and aim your camera at what is relevant. The consultation is followed by a behaviour report with support available via phone or email for one month after the initial video call.
Some cases may best be suited to a home visit. This involves a consultation at your home (up to three hours) held with household members. Also included is a thorough face-to-face behaviour assessment, personal training and management strategies for you and your dog. A plan is then developed in stages tailored specifically to your dogs needs. Support is then available via phone, or email up to four weeks after this consultation.
Require extra support? Like the home service this package contains an initial consultation (up to 3 hours) with household members including personal training, management strategies and a behaviour report tailored for you and your dog. As well as the standard 4 weeks support, a follow up 1 hour behaviour training session (in person or virtual), or a video review of progress with feedback, can be booked within this period to work with you on your plan, or develop training.
*Following COVID-19 guidance all dog behaviour consultations are currently offered virtually.
A Puppy Consultation helps you to teach your puppy good manners and desired behaviour, to prevent problems developing and it gives you the information, or advice that you might need. Planning to get a new puppy can be an exciting and busy time. New owners naturally have many questions on the best way to deal with, normal puppy development behaviour problems and teaching a growing puppy effective life skills to become a sociable well rounded individual. Vital information and experiences needs to be learnt by the puppy within the critical 12 week period. Canine Whispers can help you set your puppy up to succeed in their new home, with training techniques and management styles. Virtual consults are great for lockdown puppies!
You have adopted a new rescue dog, well done! From the beginning it is important to re-educate and help your dog to settle in, to have the best potential for success in their new home. A rescue dog is at least likely to have a time of adjustment and rehabilitation, due to changes in its circumstances. More than 60% of rescue dogs will have behavioural issues, minor or more complex, that they need your dedicated help with, to overcome dog behaviour problems and become a wonderful pet in its new home. With Canine Whispers advice and support, along with your time and commitment to him/her they can have a great new home and future.
Make a booking enquiry today and let’s start to make a difference together!
Canine Whispers takes cases on vet referral. A dog behaviour problem may have an underlying clinical cause, which your vet can diagnose, or eliminate, prior to Dog Behaviour Consultation.This is particularly the case if sudden fearfulness, aggression, anxiety, something out or character, or anything different is noticed.
If veterinary treatment is required, or complimentary suggestions given, your vet can take care of the medical side, adjunct to Canine Whispers dog behaviour modification. This teamwork, will give the best potential to resolve your dogs behaviour problem.
Simply take your dog for exam, along with this ‘Royal veterinary surgeons’ approved form (pdf below), to your vet to complete, sign it, enclose it with your questionnaire and send it to Canine Whispers.
Do you want a private, basic obedience, dog training course, at your home, or a tailored lesson, to help with a particular obedience training problem? See the Private Training page. We can help you choose the best service for your needs.
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We are here to help you progress your success. The Dog Behaviourist is available for extra support when you need it.This session can be purchased separately if not initially included with your consultation package, after a full Dog Behaviour Consultation.
This is something that some owners will not require, however others may benefit from the personal training, practical advice and demonstrations that are tailored to compliment your bespoke dog behaviour modification plan. Many owners have said this helps to build owner confidence and trust between them and their dog.
There are four options available for Dog Behaviour Support Sessions:
£50 hr
£60 hr
£50
£50
Please be aware: These Dog Behaviour Support Session options are an after-care service for those that would like extra support. They cannot be purchased separately and as mentioned a full Dog Behaviour Consultation must be ordered and conducted before a session can take place. If you’d like to know more please don’t hesitate to get in touch, thank you.