Category: Seeking Help for Your Dog

  • Coprophagia

    Coprophagia means eating faeces.  Is it a natural behaviour? Although we find it an extremely unpleasant behaviour, in many animals in the wild, it is actually pretty normal. Rodents, rabbits, beavers, elephants and non-human primates are all known to eat faeces, and it is thought to have nutritional value[2]. Dogs are scavengers, so it doesn’t…

  • Why I Choose Harnesses for My Dogs – Backed by Science and Experience

    If you’ve seen my dogs Mabel and Murphy in photos or on walks, you’ll know they’ve been modelling their Perfect Fit harnesses for years. As a canine counsellor, I’m often asked why I prefer harnesses over collars. The answer? Comfort, safety, and control without compromising movement or wellbeing. The Science Behind the Switch Research shows…

  • Do You Really Need a Vet Referral for a Dog Behaviourist? Why It Matters.

    In my last blog post Dog Trainer vs Behaviourist? Making the Right Choice for Your Dog, I explained when you might need a Behaviourist rather than a Trainer. If you’ve found your way to my Behavioural Consultations page, you’ll notice that Step 1 is to seek a veterinary referral. So why do you need to…

  • Dog Trainer vs Behaviourist? Making the Right Choice for Your Dog

    Dog Trainer vs Behaviourist? Making the Right Choice for Your Dog

    This question comes up frequently – you know you want the support of a canine professional, but how do you know which service you need? A behaviour package seems extensive … and expensive. Do you really need all that it entails – visiting the vet, the report, ongoing sessions – would a series of dog…