Dog Behaviour

Susan Gammage provides compassionate, scientific-based service to help owners who have problems with dog behaviour.

 

Dog behaviour problems

Behaviour problems can arise when our dogs do not understand what we require of them, or they are not fully comfortable in their environment, so by assessing what dogs need, and with the use of positive techniques, we can help our dogs to become better adjusted to our way of living.

A dog’s history and genetics will have an influence on their behaviour. Understanding these influences can assist in finding the right solution to a behaviour problem.

Dog behaviour problems;

  • Aggression

  • Aggression towards people

  • Aggression towards other dogs

  • Destructive behaviour

  • Pica: eating no nutritious objects

  • Unwanted barking

  • Resource guarding: Toys, food, people

  • Separation distress

  • Generalised fear or anxiety

  • Self-mutilation

  •  Indoor toileting

  • Chewing

  • Digging

  • Training problems: pulling on lead, poor recall

  • Puppy behaviour and training.

Dog Behaviour Consultation

  • Displays of the behavioural problem will not be required.

  • An individual behaviour modification programme for your dog will be agreed upon between owner and behaviourist.

A report giving details of the behaviour modification programme will be forwarded to the referring vet.

We will contact your vet before the consultation to gain any medical information that may be relevant.

  • Consultations take between one to two hours.

  • A full history and daily routine will be required for assessing the problem.