Qualified dog behaviourist: In Bristol & online

Comprehensive solutions for complex behaviour problems, including fears, phobias and aggressive behaviour.

Roz's border collie: Mowhawk

Empower your dog's best self with expert dog behaviourist support

Our Bristol-based team of accredited Clinical Animal Behaviourists offer bespoke solutions for all dog behaviour issues, from anxiety to aggression, using ethical methods. With services including in-person and remote sessions, we ensure accessibility and effectiveness. Supported by veterinary referrals and covered by most insurance plans, we're committed to improving your dog's behaviour and your peace of mind.

Our dog behaviourist training packages

Single assessments: £320 – £530*

First Follow Up Session: £130 (1-1.5 hours)

Additional Follow Up Sessions: £65 per hour

Behaviour Package: £480 – £685*
Package Includes: Assessment + 2 x follow up sessions

* Depending on which behaviourist you see and what type of assessment you need.

Vet referral

By law, only a veterinarian can rule pain out as a cause for problem behaviour. Therefore, all professionals should work strictly via veterinary referral. We work closely with most veterinarians in Bristol and your vet should be happy to refer to us.

For veterinary referrals please download and forward our form to your vet and request it is completed and returned with your dog’s medical history.

DOWNLOAD YOUR VET REFERRAL FORM HERE

Please also download a case history form to complete and send later in the inquiry process:

DOWNLOAD CASE HISTORY FORM HERE

Insurance claims

As accredited/certified Clinical Animal Behaviourists, most insurers cover the cost of our work.

ASAB code of conduct

APBC code of conduct

 

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What we can train

We are qualified to assist with all problem behaviours, such as; anxieties, phobias, abnormal repetitive behaviours, separation anxiety, human or dog directed aggression in or outside of the home, over-reactivity (traffic, dogs, people), predatory behaviours including livestock worrying, arousal related issues, excessive barking behaviours & abnormal eating habits.

What you get

You will be assessed and supported by a professional from one of the highest qualified and most extensively accredited team of training and behaviour professionals in Bristol. Led by highly experienced Clinical Animal Behaviourists, we have to adhere with a strict code of conduct (ASAB & APBC) and keep our knowledge up to date, applying kind and ethical methods. You'll get a bespoke behaviour report, ongoing support, plus additional handouts (with video tutorials) to support all the learning.

Where we can train

In-person sessions at your home in Bristol & surrounding areas, at one of our private field locations or on location (your usual walking route). Remote (online) training on request and we also support clients who travel from across the UK and stay in accomodation close to us for 3-5 days of intensive training.

Roz Pooley shaking paw with her street dog Kanita
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Roz Pooley with her street dog Kanita

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Testimonials

Just some of the many positive reviews from our wonderful dog parents over the years.

    I used the "walk and train" service and had the pleasure of Hayley as our trainer. Hayley is calm and patient with my super pully turbo spaniel. She is knowledgeable and consistent in her approach and my dog loves her!

    I am so impressed with all the Team Mutty trainers and the excellent resources and webinars. Julia helped me after an increase in resource guarding behaviour and fear of the vets. Julia is an excellent listener and trainer, she’s very knowledgeable and a lovely lovely person. After your help with the vets, Cass is much more relaxed now with the extra pain medication and I understand more about how to help him. I’m still learning but with Team Mutty’s help I’m a better dog mum.

    When we adopted Tina she was very nervous and found the world quite overwhelming. After 3 sessions with Emily (and countless informative emails with tips and tricks) she’s a completely different dog! With Emily’s help she is fully house trained, is now sleeping downstairs through the night by herself and is growing in confidence out on walks. We cannot thank Emily enough and will definitely be recommending Mutty to any of our friends with new dogs! Thanks again Emily!

    I just wanted to drop you a line and thank you for a really splendid webinar the other evening and thank you for the recording. It was really great to hear your perspectives on many aspects of canine food motivation that I also come across in my training and nutrition work, and you definitely gave me food for thought. Dr Jacqueline Boyd, BSc (Hons), MSc, PhD, PGCHE, CHES, FHEA, MRSB, MAPDT Animal Behaviour and Training Council registered Animal Training Instructor (ATI)

    I just wanted to say thank you so much for this brilliantly curated webinar on Adolescent Dogs and for sharing all of your own insights and experiences too. So appreciated and so helpful in terms of building my own views and understanding of this complex subject.

    I am a veterinarian but I took the course to see if there was anything new I could try with one of my own dogs. He's struggled with reactivity for years. Your approach to leash handing and how to manage dogs who are somewhat socially motivatedstruck a cord with us, I've been feeling like we'd hit a plateau for a while now. We've made adjustments based on your talk and I have noticed a difference! He seems more comfortable navigating tricky situations with me. Keep up the good work!

    I now have a totally different dog! Walks are an absolute dream, he is brilliant both off and on the lead, and I also learnt so much re. how I should deal with the early signs of over-arousal and how to manage his behaviour. I am a million times more confident with him, and I can now have friends and family over without the fear of him hurting someone when he gets over excited. I have my best friend back and I cannot thank Emily enough for her help!

    Roz has unlocked the language of dog for us. As first time dog owners we are starting to feel confident with all aspects of dog training for our cocker spaniel. We would definitely recommend.

    I'd like to thank Roz for massively helping my rescue dogs behaviour. My dog was at the stage of being afraid to leave the house. Roz promptly worked with my vet to help get him back on track.
    She's been very kind 2 years later in giving free email advice to help with his ongoing fear of balloons. I very much value her input.

    Roz is an amazing trainer and has been invaluable in helping us work with our pup from 8 weeks through to today (1 yr) and we will continue to see her.
    We loved the puppy classes and support of the FB group, plus her additional sessions which we have enjoyed as well as learnt so much from. She is HUGELY knowledgeable, down to earth and practical with her advice.
    Thanks so much Roz and Co! D x

    Roz is a brilliant trainer! She has helped us so much with our collie Casper.
    Helped us turn him from a crazy boy to one, not so crazy. He is still training but a real joy to take out now.
    Roz's knowledge and training style is exceptional and realistic.
    110% recommended 👍

    I required Roz's help after adopting a Romanian street pup called Ava. I was at a point where I was out of my depth and needed guidance in the best way to help ease Ava into her new life with us. Roz gave me a structured plan of advice and steps that I could implement. Before getting Roz involved, I could not see how Ava was ever going to settle into our lives. 6 months later we now have a happy dog who we could not live without.