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Aggressive & over-reactive dog training

Specialised training for aggressive and over-reactive dogs to enhance social skills

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Reactive Dog Training Session showing a muzzled dog and its owners

Achieve calm with our over-reactive dog training package

Designed for dogs displaying aggression or over-reactive behaviors, our focused six-session program enhances your dog's ability to handle social interactions calmly. Benefit from training in real-world settings, support from our community, and expert guidance to transform your daily walks into enjoyable experiences.

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Our aggressive or over-reactive dog training package

An example of session format:

  • Assessment 2 hours (at your home).
  • 1 hour Practical session with helper dog at private field.
  • 1 hour Practical session with helper dog at private field.
  • 1 hour practical at your chosen walk location.
  • 1 hour practical at your chosen walk location.
  • 1 hour practical at your chosen walk location or venue, such as a cafe/pub.

Follow up sessions: 5 x 1 hour

Price: £785.00 – £885.00 depending on which behaviourist you see

Top Up Sessions: £75 per hour (10% off for three or more booked at once).

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.

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What we can train

Overt reactive behaviour (lunging, barking, snapping and biting) towards dogs, people, livestock, traffic etc. Our goal is to help your dog be more able to cope with social interactions and/or help your walks be easier and more enjoyable for all in the long run.

What you get

This 6 session package helps you get support and maintain the momentum needed to see progress. All clients get put onto our reactive dog directory, where they can be linked up with other clients to reduce session costs or run their own sessions together. We also run 'reactive dog classes' and social walks (with up to 6 dogs) for clients to progress towards.

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) 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. We have a large team of social "helper dogs" and 5 different private field locations to train in. Our fields are easily accessible to North and South Bristol.

Street dog: Kanita
a dog displaying aggression
Reactive dog training session with clients

Frequently asked questions

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Get in touch

We read every message ourselves, so we can point you towards the right support for you and your dog. We usually reply within 2 working days. If you haven’t heard from us by then, please check your spam or junk folder, as our replies sometimes end up there. 

Testimonials

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

    From the moment we had our first assessment with Emily, we knew we were in good hands. We immediately felt at ease and that the training would be positive and effective.

    After our second practical session where we went out with Emily, for the first time in several years, we were able to allow Mia to approach another dog without reaction. Her expert guidance gave us confidence and a massive relief that we could go out and meet other dogs without any escalation.

    We would highly recommend her and The Mutty Professor. They are professional, friendly and most important of all really know their stuff!

    Nick and Mia

    The Mutty Professor was recommended to me by my neighbour. My terrier puppy was showing very early behavioural issues that I needed to tackle. Emily came to the house, took her time listening to me and assessing the situation. She set up six sessions to tackle the issues I was having. Emily‘s patience and positive training for both me and the dog were fantastic. I cannot recommend enough.

    Lee and Tilly the Terrier

    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!

    Sarah Hartnell & Willow the Sprocker

    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.

    Maria & Cassidy

    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!

    Tina the rescue Cockapoo

    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)

    Dr Jacqueline Boyd

    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.

    Stephanie Ismail | APDT UK

    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!

    Melissa Mabe from USA

    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!

    Paul Outen

    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.

    Estelle & Rich with Toby the Working Cocker Spaniel

    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.

    Laura Potts

    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

    Danielle Brown