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| ANIMAL BEHAVIOURISTS |
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| I was a little
sceptical about animal behaviourists until I started watching programs
like Barking Mad and was amazed
to see the transformation from "Pets from Hell"
into Pets that were a pleasure
to live with.
It is definitely worth consulting an Animal Behaviourist before trying to rehome your pet (you'll just be passing the problem onto someone else and missing out on a pet you probably love very much apart from its problem), or even worse, before having it put to sleep. If you are an Animal Behaviourist reading this page and would like your details added, please do not hesitate to contact me. Contact details on Home Page. |
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| Dr. Gill Aitken VN, PhD 01524 841525 |
| About myself I have worked with animals for much of my life. I trained as a veterinary nurse, and then ran an RSPCA sanctuary for 8 years. Dog training has always been a passion and I have a particular interest in helping rescue dogs. I have a post-graduate diploma from Southampton University in 'Companion Animal Behaviour Counselling', a unique course, designed specifically for animal behaviour consultants. I have been in practice since 1998, and have treated over 400 animals. |
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Typical problems I see include: · Aggression · Fear or anxiety · Toileting problems · Poor recall · General training difficulties. The behaviour consultation takes place in the comfort of your own home and lasts around 2 hours. Once I have reached a diagnosis, I explain how to remedy the problem/s. If appropriate, training tuition is given. You then receive a detailed written programme tailored specifically to your pet. Follow-up by telephone is always available. |
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My training methods An animal's behaviour will change if there is a good (self-interested) reason to do so. I use reward-based training because it works so well and because the animal's welfare is always of great importance to me. |
My charges Dogs………………..£75.00 Cats………………...£60.00 Other pets…………..by arrangement (extra petrol costs if outside the area) Training tuition……..£20 (1 hour session) |
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