Using a Timeline to Plot the Development of a Problematic Behaviour
When I am working on a behaviour case, I usually use a timeline to plot the development of the problem. This is done by taking…
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Inappropriate Behaviour
Recall Training
The reason that a number of dogs run away and do not want to come back when called is because often the owner punishes the dog upon its eventual retur…
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Cat Behaviour: Diary of Triggers Free Download
Working out what it is that triggers an inappropriate behaviour is a major step in helping your cat. The way we manipulate or set-up their…
Dog Behaviour: Diary of Triggers Free Download
Working out what it is that triggers an inappropriate behaviour is a major step in helping your dog. The way we manipulate or set-up their…
Touch Training: Targeting the Hand
Target training involves a dog targeting something (usually with their nose). Using a hand for the dog to target is ideal because owners and trainers …
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Help! My Cats Don’t Get Along: Tips for Peaceful Coexistence
“Help! my cats don’t get on” is a frequent call I get from cat owners. It usually follows after another cat is introduced to keep…
Canine Toilet Training
A helpful guide with advice on toilet training your dog/puppy with things to avoid and a simple training method.
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Understanding and Dealing with Overly Attached Parrots
A common problem that arises for parrot owners’ is the bird that becomes overly bonded to one particular member of the household. Aggression can be…
Protocol for a Homemade Cleaning Preparation to Eliminate the Scent of Urine and Faeces
House soiling can occur for many reasons although in some cases it can continue due to the cat/ dog detecting the scent where it has previously marked…
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Meeting Visitors in the Home
This handout has been designed for dogs that either get very excited when visitors arrive or show fear or anxiety towards them.
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Preventing Euthanasia: The Importance of Puppy Socialisation and Training
A new study, undertaken in the UK on behavioural reasons for deaths in dogs under three years of age, has found that a staggering 33.7%…
Understanding Common Feline Behaviours
All cats are individuals and have their own personality types. However there are a number of common behaviours that most cats exhibit. Knowing what some…
Unraveling Feline Aggression: Understanding the Causes and Managing the Behaviour
Aggression is a broad term. In a cat it ranges from hissing and growling, up to a full blown attack. However this description doesn’t tell…
Top Tips for Understanding Dog Body Language and Communication
Observe body language You can watch your own dog in the home, when out on walks and during play sessions. See how they interact with…
Why Cats Urinate Outside the Litter Box: Common Causes and Solutions
As a behaviour counsellor with a special interest in feline behaviour, one of the most common problems I am called about is inappropriate urinating in…