If you are struggling with issues that involve aggressive & fearful behaviour or those you consider might be caused by anxiety, stress or panic then let’s start with a chat/email to discuss the situation and if appropriate arrange a behavioural assessment .
What happens at the time of assessment?
I hold assessments outside in the real world (so they may be weather dependent).
Normally the session will last somewhere between one & two hours and if possible all people involved with the dog on a day to day basis should be present.
It’s very important that time is set aside to focus on your dog and their relationships with people and other animals.
A history of the issues will be taken and your pet’s temperament assessed. We will discuss the motivation for the behaviour and help you devise a treatment that’s going to work for you and your dog.
Behaviour change programs vary according to the nature and severity of the problem.
What happens next?
After the assessment I will suggest a course of action, steps to take and of course a behaviour change program for your dog.
I recommend a follow up meeting to ensure we are all on the right track and this can be arranged for a convenient time. More often than not this happens 3 or 4 weeks later but will vary.
From this point on you may book further sessions as and when it’s felt you need them (this could be weekly, monthly, or hopefully never again…)
Realistic expectations
The treatment of behaviour problems is not like you see on TV.
It takes time to establish the possible causes of behavioural issues and to develop treatment plans that are suitable for the individual circumstances you and your dog. Best results are always achieved where we consider the long-term goals, as well as any immediate interventions.
There is no ‘quick fix’ to changing dog behaviour and I treat dogs as the individuals that they are and offer the most ethical, trusted and proven methodologies.
Taking a logical, kind & holistic approach to behaviour takes time and patience but the results are better.
‘Slow and steady wins the race.’
dannydecourtelle@rocketmail.com
