After years growing up with dogs, learning with other dog lovers and now being with my own dog Mally I believe I can help people to learn how to be with their dogs, and improve communication and enjoyment in the relationship. I have lived and spent time with dogs all my life and have recently decided to focus on the complex connection between animals and humans. As an autistic person I have had to
work hard to accept and translate in relationship with most human beings. I have often felt closer to animals than people, and I am sensitive to their non verbal signals. I believe I can offer a bridge between the human and dog experience and perhaps a level of translation that will encourage a sense of respect for our differences and confidence that these differences do not mean we cannot develop trust and understanding. I believe that if we reexamine our ideas about dogs we can learn a different relationship with our own loyal companions, our human animal and our living environment. I do not hold a dogmatic view about dogs, or dog training I will be with each human and their dog and pay attention to the particular phenomenon of each relationship. I can help with training, behaviour and deepening your connection to your dog. I can also refer you to appropriate support in areas where I am not able to help. If you would like to know more please contact me. I offer a free initial hour consultation to get a sense of your dog and your relationship with your dog and to see if I feel I can help you. This also gives you a chance to meet me and ask any questions before making a financial commitment. I am have completed the Think Dog Canine behaviour Certificate with Sarah Whitehead to formalise my learning in a recognised and accredited course. I am currently studying an online course with Dr. Ian Dunbar and always looking to learn and increase my knowledge and awareness. I have assisted at puppy training and obedience classes and worked with many individuals and their pet dogs. I am not an animal behaviourist however training can often support you to address behavioural issues. If I feel the issue is not in my field or area of competence I will immediately refer you to an appropriate professional.
