Problem Behaviour Towards People

Does your dog growl or bark at visitors? Do they act possessively around their food and toys or have they lunged at a family member?

If this sounds like your dog, then you are in the right place and I can help.

It may be that your dog is adorable and as soft as anything 99% of the time. But that 1% when they may be growling, barking or lunging at people is really concerning.

Perhaps you dread the doorbell ringing and put off having a friend around because you are worried about your dog’s behaviour. Maybe your dog has lunged at you when you have gone to taken a toy off them or when you lift their food bowl for cleaning. You may be keeping particular family members away from your dog as you don’t feel that they are safe.

Any situation where your dog has shown these behaviours towards people is really upsetting. You may be left wondering will they do it again? Will it get worse?

There is so much conflicting advice out there on the internet that it is difficult to know what to do for the best and what may make the situation worse. But this is where I come in…

Compassionate

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Feeling stuck? You're not alone - your dog is feeling it too.

When things aren’t going right, it’s tough on both of you. Behaviour struggles can be confusing, emotional, and exhausting.

That’s why you need more than a quick fix. You need someone who takes the time to understand what’s really going on—someone who uses kind, science-based methods, not shortcuts or harsh techniques.

That’s where I come in. I’ll guide you with calm, practical advice rooted in compassion, ethics, and real experience—so you and your dog can move forward together with confidence.

Behaviour Support Package

I take a holistic approach to understanding dog behaviour, considering not only the dog’s natural instincts and past experiences but also the environmental factors that may be influencing their actions. This allows me to develop a personalised behaviour modification plan that’s tailored to meet the unique needs of each dog.

This is what I can offer you:

  • Communication with you and your vet to gather as much information as possible about your dog prior to our first meeting.

  • Analysis of all information collected and any video footage of the problem behaviours so that I can fully prepare for the consultation.

  • An in-person consultation at your home where we can explore the behaviour issue in more detail, identify possible causes and discuss ways forward. Typically lasts 90 minutes.

  • A detailed written report outlining all that we discussed in the consultation and with a practical step by step Behaviour Plan for you to follow at home.

  • Bespoke guidance using ethical methods, based on up-to-date scientific research.

  • A compassionate understanding of the issues you are facing with your dog and practical techniques to help you address them.

  • Two 30 minute follow-up sessions, either in person or telephone, to guide you in implementing the Behaviour Plan and address any issues. Usually held 3 and 6 weeks after the consultation.

  • Direct WhatsApp support for 12 weeks after the consultation, for quick guidance at the time when you need it.

  • A summary report sent directly to your vet for a co-ordinated approach to your dog’s care.

  • Completion of any paperwork needed for insurance claims.

Investment: £480

Please note that you may be able to claim for behaviour support on your pet insurance if you have been referred by your vet. Please check this with your insurance provider.

Travel is included in the price for homes within 45 minutes of my home address (New Mills). Other locations will be considered but may incur a travel charge or may be conducted remotely.

Areas Covered

I am based in New Mills, High Peak, Derbyshire and will travel up to 45 minutes for face to face consultations. If you live further away, I can still support you. Behaviour consultations can work really well online.

Ashton-Under-Lyne | Buxton | Chapel-en-le-Frith | Glossop | Hyde | Macclesfield | Marple | New Mills | Poynton | Stockport | Wilmslow

A Dog Behaviour Consultation is perfect for:

  • Dog owners that are unable to have friends around to their house because their dog barks at all visitors.

  • Dog owners that cannot go near their dog when the dog is eating because the dog will lunge at them.

  • Dog owners whose dog will growl at them when they go to move their dog off the sofa.

  • Dog owners that have a dog which has taken to barking at one particular family member.

If you pet is insured, you may be able to

claim on your insurance

My professional qualifications and membership of the APBC means that many insurance companies will cover my fees for behaviour work. Please check with your pet’s policy to see if your pet is covered for behaviour work.

Please note that I do not accept payments directly from the insurance company. You will need to pay my fees and then claim back on your insurance.