A unique consultation service combining the expertise of a qualified dog behaviourist with an experienced dog trainer. Both specialists attend every session, so clients receive comprehensive and practical support.
Assessment
Home or Didcot venue
Attending
Two specialists
Experience
40+ years combined
WHY CHOOSE OUR BEHAVIOUR SERVICE?
Two specialists, one practical way forward
Behaviour problems are rarely solved by looking at behaviour or training in isolation. Our consultation service combines the expertise of a qualified dog behaviourist with the practical experience of an established dog trainer.
Both specialists attend every consultation, allowing us to assess your dog’s behaviour from different perspectives and develop recommendations that are both informed and realistic to put into practice.
With more than 40 years of combined experience, our team has worked with dogs to the highest standards across a range of disciplines in the private and public sectors, both in the UK and overseas. Our background includes breeding, puppy rearing and advanced dog training.
BEHAVIOURAL ASSESSMENTS
Understanding what is causing the behaviour
The first step is a detailed assessment of your dog, their behaviour and the circumstances in which problems occur. Consultations can take place at your home or at our training venue near Steventon, Oxfordshire.
We can help with a wide range of unwanted or challenging behaviours, including:
- Aggression towards people or other dogs
- Fear, anxiety and nervous behaviour
- Reactivity on walks
- Resource guarding
- Separation-related behaviour
- Excessive barking
- Destructive behaviour
- Difficulties resulting from poor socialisation
- Behaviour changes within the home
- Problems involving more than one dog
We work with dogs of all breeds and sizes, including those displaying challenging or concerning behaviour.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Assessment, explanation and practical recommendations
During the consultation, we will observe your dog, discuss their history and explore the situations in which the behaviour occurs.
Having both a behaviourist and trainer present enables us to consider the reasons behind the behaviour alongside the practical training needed to address it.
Following the assessment, you will receive a detailed written report covering:
- The behavioural issues identified
- Factors that may be contributing to the behaviour
- Recommended changes or management strategies
- Appropriate behaviour modification
- Practical training recommendations
- Suggested next steps
This gives you a clear plan to follow rather than leaving you to remember everything discussed during the appointment.
PROFESSIONAL REPORTS
Written evidence when it matters
Our behavioural reports can also be prepared for legal or professional purposes where appropriate.
This may include:
- Solicitor cases involving behavioural complaints
- Insurance claims
- Veterinary discussions or decisions
- Cases involving proposed neutering
- Cases in which euthanasia is being considered
Please explain during your initial telephone call if the assessment or report is required for a particular professional or legal purpose.
ONGOING SUPPORT
Putting the recommendations into practice
An assessment explains what is happening and establishes the best way forward. Where further help is needed, we can also provide behaviour modification programmes and practical dog training.
Support can be tailored to you and your dog and may include:
- One-to-one behaviour modification sessions
- Practical handling and training
- Exercises to continue between sessions
- Help managing difficult situations safely
- Ongoing review as your dog progresses
Because the behaviourist and trainer work collaboratively, the recommendations made during the assessment can be carried through into practical training.
AREAS WE COVER
Dog behaviour consultations near Didcot
Assessments are available at your home or at our training venue near Steventon, Oxfordshire.
We are ideally located to help dog owners in and around:
Didcot
Wantage
Abingdon
Wallingford
Oxford
Newbury
Witney
Faringdon
Home consultations outside the immediate area may also be possible. Any travelling time or additional cost will be explained before an appointment is arranged.
PRICING AND APPOINTMENTS
Begin with an introductory telephone discussion
Consultation costs depend on the time required, the location of the assessment and the distance travelled. Our two-specialist approach is competitively priced, with both the dog behaviourist and experienced trainer attending at no additional cost.
Contact Martin on 07960 267357 for an initial discussion about your dog and the behaviour you are experiencing. He will advise you on the most appropriate next step, provide an estimate of the cost and arrange a mutually convenient appointment if you would like to proceed.
Initial telephone discussion
No obligation
Costs explained before booking
Appointments arranged individually
DOG BEHAVIOURIST SERVICE
Understand the behaviour and find a way forward
Receive a thorough behavioural assessment, clear written recommendations and practical support from two experienced specialists working together.
Contact Martin to discuss your dog’s behaviour and find out how K9 Training Academy can help.