Behaviour problems in our pets are common and can arise at any time. Without proper support from a trained professional these issues are unlikely to resolve on their own and will likely progress and get worse.
I work as a Pet Behaviourist supporting cats and dogs in person all across Gloucestershire and remotely across the world to support you and your pet regain your relationship and rebuild your bonds.
I aim to help you understand why your pet is behaving in a particular manner and how you can help to aid their recovery to good emotional health.
I am getting towards winding up for the year, I do still have a couple of followup sessions left and one space for a full consultation between Christmas and the new year, if you need support, please get in touch. Time to start the Christmas prep! ... See MoreSee Less
When I am working with an animal whom I suspect has pain as a contributing factor in their behaviour displays and responses. 🐕🐈🐇🐀
I always ask the care giver to request a behavioural pain trial from their vet.🏥
And ideally get support/assessment from a Qualified physiotherapist.
Behaviour analgesia trials should ideally last at least 6 weeks and utilise 2 different medication types to attempt to cover as many of the pain pathways as possible. 😞🔨
To gain adequate monitoring data for this, I always ask for, a validated pain score be completed at the beginning and the end, dianostic quality video footage of the animal moving, and a diary coveting the period of the trial to track and measure swings. 📝✏️🖊
We are still struggling to manage hidden pain in many humans who have a voice and way of saying exactly where it hurts. We need to support and advocate for our pets and animals as a minimum standard. 💪✊️ ... See MoreSee Less
I harp on about this on a daily basis. Gathering data is essential for animals whi may have painful conditions affecting their behavioural responses. ... See MoreSee Less
I harp on about this on a daily basis. Gathering data is essential for animals whi may have painful conditions affecting their behavioural responses. ... See MoreSee Less
I very rarely see behaviour cases where pain isn't an issue.
Chronic pain is different from acute pain and central sensitisation is different still.
These fantastic 'mythletoe and whines'' are your gift from the brilliant collaboration from @dogcentredcare Animal Behaviour Kent @robertfalconer-taylor explaining how pain affects behaviour and why it is important.
Get in touch if you need support with your pets. ... See MoreSee Less
Double conference weekend, Fellowship of Animal Behaviour Clinicians and IAABC Foundation will need a steady stream of drinks and snacks. Not sure my learning partner will help much! ... See MoreSee Less
This might look like a really boring photo, but this is in fact the first time this beautiful boy has been able to just settle and hang out with him family on a Saturday evening.
Schmidt was sadly dumped at a rescue centre after his breeder attempted to operate on his hernia themselves. Likely to try to save money on veterinary fees. Obviously this went badly wrong and he had a year long recovery process.
This absolutely ruined his early life socialisation and habitation. He was left fighting sepsis and repeated surgeries to just keep him alive. Unsurprisingly, he was left an anxious and frightened mess.
Schmidt's family have done EVERYTHING they possibly could to give him a chance to live as a normal dog. They have followed every step of the behaviour plan and are starting to see glimpses of a 'normal' family dog.
A huge well done to Schmidt's people who have given a lovely dog who was literally dumped in a bin at chance at a wonderful life. You make my heart sing! ... See MoreSee Less
Here is Stormin' Norman getting prepped for his counter-conditioning session at Woodlands Vets.
He did brilliantly, didn't make a peep, allowed hands all over his body and a stethoscope on his chest too.
Four months ago he would have been screaming and biting.
There is so much we can do when we have a great relationship between the Behaviour, Veterinary and Guardian teams.
I'm very lucky to have such a wonderful job! ... See MoreSee Less
Some midweek fun! Thanks Set Up To Succeed • Gretta Ford • Dog Trainer Business Support for introducing me to the 16personalities test. Really interesting. ENJOY! www.16personalities.com/personality-types?fbclid=IwY2xjawGqjHtleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHfdA9CANJhMeyYfbQg... ... See MoreSee Less