As an Edinburgh-based canine behaviourist, and specialising in reactive dogs, I spend a significant portion of my time working with dogs who display reactivity. When a dog barks, lunges, or growls on lead, it’s a deeply distressing experience – not just for the dog,...
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5 Things Every Romanian Rescue Dog Owner Should Know
As an Edinburgh-based canine behaviourist, I've had the immense privilege of working with countless Romanian rescue dogs and their amazing families. These dogs are truly special, bringing so much love and resilience into our homes. But let's be honest, they often come...
Reactive Dog? Why We Need to Rethink Our Approach to Your Dog’s Reactivity Challenges.
As an Edinburgh dog behaviourist, one of the most common struggles I hear from owners is about their dog's "reactivity." This usually manifests as barking, lunging, pulling, and general agitation when their dog sees another dog, a person, a bike, or anything else that...
The Hidden Dangers of Throwing a Ball for Your Dog
The Risks of Fetch: Why Ball Throwing Might Be Harming Your Dog By Suzanne Gould, Behaviourist and Dynamic Dog Practitioner. Alright, let's have a chat about something we all do with our dogs – throwing a ball. It's a classic, right? Dog loves ball, human throws ball,...
The Critical Role of Gut Health in Canine Wellness
Understanding Your Dog's Gut Health: More Than Just Digestion By Suzanne Gould, Behaviourist and Dynamic Dog Practitoner. We often consider a glossy coat and boundless energy as indicators of a healthy dog. However, a significant portion of a dog's overall health is...
Is Hand-Feeding My Anxious Dog The Right Way To Help Them?
By Suzanne Gould, Behaviourist and Dynamic Dog Practitioner Hand-feeding, a common technique used to build trust with worried or scared dogs, is more complex than it seems. To truly understand its effectiveness, we need to delve into canine behaviour, particularly the...
Your Role in Your Dog’s Pain Relief Trial: A Guide for Owners
By Suzanne Gould. Canine Behaviourist and Dynamic Dog Practitioner. Your Role in Your Dog's Pain Relief Trial A Guide for Owners Alright, let's talk about pain relief trials for dogs. Hands up if your dog has been given a pain relief trial ‘just to see what happens’....
How to Change Your Reactive Dogs Behaviour
Edinburgh Dog Behaviour - Reactive Dogs Reactivity happens for a reason. True Story, reactivity is never your dog being naughty its an important bit of information your dog is giving and it also gives your dog something that they need in that moment. Maybe their...
Professional Reactive Dog Trainer Edinburgh – Barking Solutions
Reactive Dog Trainer Edinburgh - Solutions for Barking Sound familiar? Your dog barks/lunges/growls at EVERY dog/bike/man/skateboard/insert your dog's trigger here and you just can't understand why? Read common causes below, but have you considered that your pooch is...