Dog Training Services

Initial Assessment Session

Understanding your dog’s behavioural challenges begins with a comprehensive assessment session lasting 2-3 hours. This crucial first step allows me to observe the dynamics between you and your dog in various situations that trigger concerning behaviours.

During the assessment, I evaluate:

  • Your interaction manner with your dog

  • Your dog’s responses to your commands and presence

  • Specific behavioural triggers in different environments

  • Your current strategies for managing challenging situations

  • The home environment and routine

If needed, we’ll visit multiple locations to observe how different environments affect your dog’s behaviour. For home-specific issues, such as door-related reactivity or territorial aggression, we’ll carefully recreate triggering scenarios to assess both your dog’s responses and your handling approach.

Following the observation period, I’ll provide:

  • A detailed breakdown of the underlying psychology driving your dog’s behaviour

  • Clear explanations of how dogs think and process information

  • A customised training plan addressing your specific challenges

  • Practical communication strategies to strengthen your leadership

  • Guidelines for implementing new techniques safely and effectively

This thorough assessment forms the foundation for our training journey together, ensuring we develop the most effective approach for your specific situation.

£165 + VAT per session – Assessment takes 2-3 hours