CLINICAL ANIMAL BEHAVIOURIST
Clinical
Animal
Behaviourist
London | Kent | East Sussex
For dogs of any age
I have successfully helped numerous dogs overcome a wide range of behavioural problems.
These include resource guarding, aggressive behaviour towards dogs or people, barking and lunging on lead and compulsive behaviours.
I work on referral from Medivet (Kynance) Gloucester Road, Virtue Vets, and other practices. Any vet practice can make a referral to me. More about me here.
As a Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CAB) and Full Member of the APBC you can usually claim for my services on your pet insurance (check your policy).
METHODS I USE:
Working in collaboration with your vet where necessary to establish or rule out any physical health contributors to your dog’s behaviour
Gathering accurate information before starting behaviour modification
Listening, learning, being empathetic and realistic about achievable goals
Identifying your dog's preferences and motivators
Positive reinforcement only
Building you and your dog’s skills and confidence
METHODS I DO NOT USE:
Making you feel judged, ashamed or incompetent
Negative reinforcement, positive punishment
Deliberate physical/ verbal intimidation or force in order to stop or reduce behaviours
Equipment that causes pain or fear e.g., spray collars, prong collars
Putting you or your dog in situations that you have not been given the skills to cope with
A ‘one size fits all’ approach to training and behaviour challenges
AS A CLINICAL ANIMAL BEHAVIOURIST I:
Uphold the professional standards set out by the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC) and Animal Behaviour and Training Council (ABTC)
Have a full DBS check
Will provide the paperwork required to make your insurance claim for behaviourist services
And all fees are payable in advance of the training or behaviour session. Fees are non-refundable except under extenuating circumstances - 48-hours’ notice is required for cancellations/ reschedules
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This simply means that I will correspond with your vet prior to our consultation to make sure they are happy for me to proceed. Your vet will send me your dog’s clinical history so that I can determine any possible physical contributors to your dog’s problem behaviour. I can then collaborate with your vet going forwards if necessary with regards to any potential further treatment options.
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Yes. I will come to your home for the behaviour consultation which will last between 2-3 hours. I will observe your dog both at home and if necessary outside where any problem behaviours occur.
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Typically, yes but do check your policy. Most insurance companies will cover behaviour consultations and follow up visits by Clinical Animal Behaviourists (CABs) and members of the APBC.
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A full behaviour consultation typically lasts between 2-3 hours. This allows for a thorough assessment of your dog's behaviour and provides ample time for discussion, questions, and demonstrating practical strategies to get you started right away.
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The written report provided after a full behaviour consultation includes a diagnosis and a detailed treatment program for your dog's behaviour issues. It serves as a comprehensive guide for you to follow, outlining the recommended strategies and techniques to address the specific behaviour concerns discussed during the consultation. With your consent, a copy of the report will be sent to your vet, ensuring collaboration and potential recommendation of any medications to assist with he behaviour modification program. Email and phone support will be provided post-consultation.
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Yes, you will most likely require at least one follow up session and this may be in-person or via Zoom. Every case is different and you can discuss this with me during the consultation.
Ready to get going?
1. Get in touch to discuss your dog’s behaviour
2. Follow this link to complete the behaviour questionnaire
3. Send this quick referral form to your vet
4. Determine a date and time with Nicky
5. Book your consultation and receive a confirmation email
6. Receive your report and insurance claim receipt no later than 7 days post-consultation
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“I wish to God I’d found you sooner”
“From the very first phone call to the last meet up we had, Nicky was calm, non-judgemental and came up with great ideas to help with Bailey’s behaviour.
The change in Bailey has been amazing; I honestly never thought I would sit with a coffee, on the busiest part of Battersea Park in the summer holidays with him being so chilled!
Reaching out to Nicky was the best choice I made for Bailey and I really can’t thank her enough”
“Nicky’s expertise drastically reduced Bear’s resource guarding, A+ service”
“Nicky, you are an Oracle! Everything you say and how you say it resonates with me and is new, not the old school teaching I find online. You have created a very special spaniel”
