Behaviour
Animal Kind offers expert dog behaviour services to support dogs of all ages and backgrounds, from puppies with early signs of behavioural challenges to adult dogs struggling with issues such as reactivity, aggression, anxiety, or separation-related behaviours. Led by qualified behaviourists with years of experience, our 121 behaviour consultations include a detailed assessment, tailored behaviour modification plans, and ongoing support. Whether you're dealing with complex behavioural concerns or just need guidance with everyday struggles, our compassionate, science-based approach ensures practical, effective solutions for you and your dog.
Behaviour Services
Any puppy or dog—regardless of age, breed, or background—can experience behaviour problems. These issues are typically more complex or serious than everyday training challenges and often stem from emotional distress or deeper-rooted behavioural concerns. Common problems may include aggression, intense fear or anxiety, and reactions that go beyond typical training struggles.
If your dog is displaying aggression toward family members (including children), visitors, strangers, veterinary staff, or groomers, or if they’re exhibiting troubling behaviours toward other pets in the home, then a behavioural programme—rather than standard training—is essential.
Behavioural issues are often long-standing and multifaceted, which is why we require a veterinary referral before beginning any behaviour programme. This ensures your dog’s physical health has been assessed and that pain or medical conditions are not contributing to the behaviour. Identifying or ruling out any underlying health concerns allows us to more accurately address the emotional and behavioural causes.
In some cases, your vet may work alongside us by prescribing behavioural medication, which can significantly enhance the effectiveness of the behaviour programme. Together, we take a compassionate, evidence-based approach to help your dog feel safer, more secure, and better able to cope with their world.
When Does my Dog Need a Behaviourist?
Do you need more than just dog training? The answer may be yes if:
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There is a possibility that pain, illness, or other medical factors are influencing your dog’s behaviour.
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The behaviour presents a significant risk to you, your dog, members of your household, the public, or other animals.
If you're unsure whether your dog requires behaviour support rather than standard training, please email us at info@animalkind.biz. We’ll send you a brief behaviour questionnaire to help determine the most appropriate service for your dog’s needs.
The Process of Booking a Behaviour Consultation
Because behavioural work must involve your vet from the outset, the best way to begin is as follows:
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Email us at info@animalkind.biz – We’ll send you a behaviour questionnaire to help determine whether a behaviour consultation is the right service for you and your dog(s), as opposed to our standard dog training sessions.
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We’ll schedule your consultation – Behaviour consultations typically take place at your home within 2 to 4 weeks of enquiry. To keep things on track, we ask that you:
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Contact your vet's reception team and request that a note be added to your dog’s medical record stating you’ll be working with Animal Kind Dog Training & Behaviour.
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This allows us to communicate directly with your vet before and after the consultation, ensuring a streamlined and coordinated approach.
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Vet referral – Once the above steps are complete, we will send a formal referral request to your vet, which is a standard requirement when working with a qualified behaviourist.
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Health check – If your dog hasn’t been seen by the vet recently, they may ask to conduct a full health check before your behaviour consultation. However, if your vet has already recommended contacting us during a recent visit, a further check may not be necessary.
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Before your consultation – Your vet should return the completed referral form and your dog’s medical history to us ahead of your appointment.
Once everything is in place, we’ll meet with you at your home to begin your behaviour consultation.
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