Helping You Help Your Dog

Helping You Help Your Dog - Dog Listening Approach in Cumbria

Helping You Help Your Dog is a specialist dog behaviour  service based in Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria. Provided by a qualified and insured Dog Behaviour Coach and Dog Listener, the practice offers one on one, group, and online sessions using the Dog Listening approach. This human-focused approach helps owners and their dogs build a calm, trusting relationship by understanding the reasons underneath unwanted behaviours and how to change their response in order to change the dogs.

Approach
Dogs communicate all the time. Incessant barking, separation anxiety, jumping up at visitors, pulling on the lead, poor recall, resource guarding and a whole lot more, are all behaviours telling us something. Trouble is, we tend either not to understand, or to think we understand, but either way our response can often make matters worse. Rather than viewing these behaviours as disobedience or lack of training, Dog Listening examines the "why" of what your dog is doing, and shows you how to communicate in a way your dog understands. By working primarily with you, and introducing calm leadership, clear communication replaces confusion and stress for both you and your dog. No gadgets, threats or bribes are used - just proven techniques that dogs easily understand.

Discovery Call
A free, no-obligation discovery call lasting around thirty minutes helps determine if the Dog Listening approach is right for you and your dog. During this initial conversation, you’ll discuss any behavioural concerns, your daily routines and your goals. By the end of the call, you’ll have a clear idea of how the approach works and whether to arrange a consultation.

Consultations
Consultations are available in person—subject to your home location in Cumbria—or remotely via Zoom or WhatsApp. Each consultation package includes at least three hours of in-depth work, typically split over two sessions, plus six weeks of phone and email support to guide you through implementing changes. Additional time can be arranged for an extra fee if you require.

Expertise
Sue Naylor trained and qualified with Jan Fennell and Tony Knight, who developed the Dog Listening approach, and also trained through the School for Professional Dog Listeners. As a fully insured Dog Listener, she combines professional expertise with empathy to tailor solutions to your dogs and your unique needs. Her background ensures that every recommendation is grounded in best practice and cooperative positive reinforcement.

Whether you're facing behaviours that wind you up or frustrate you, or complex behavioural challenges, Dog Listening offers a compassionate route to understanding and harmony. To get started, book your free discovery call via phone or email. With expert guidance and six weeks of ongoing support, you'll be grounded in best practise and a kind co-operative approach.