Behaviour support
If your dog’s behaviour is starting to feel difficult, unpredictable, or overwhelming — that’s where this work begins.
Support for dogs with fear, reactivity, or aggression
Behaviour support grounded in science, empathy, and safety. Careful assessment. Practical support. Plans tailored to the individual dog and context.
Dorena & Tilly · The Misfits
WHY BEHAVIOUR IS COMPLEX
Behaviour reflects a system — environment, relationships, learning history, and the conditions a dog is asked to function within.
Understanding that context is what makes change possible. Focusing only on what you see often misses what is driving it.
You might be noticing patterns like:
These patterns are common and often reflect a dog struggling to cope within their environment — not a dog that is broken or beyond help.
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Growling around food or valued objects
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Barking or lunging on walks
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Tension between dogs in the home
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Behaviour escalating quickly
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Difficulty settling or switching off
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Behaviour that feels unpredictable or frightening
If you’re unsure whether your situation fits, the first step is simply a conversation.
Next Step
The first step is a conversation
A complimentary twenty-minute call to understand what’s happening and whether this is the right fit for you and your situation.