My services

Pet Behaviourist in Oxfordshire – Kind, Expert Help for Dogs, Cats & Puppies

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Helping Your Dog or Cat Thrive with Kind, Reward-Based Techniques

Struggling with your pet’s behaviour can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re managing your dog’s separation anxiety, coping with a stressed-out cat, or raising a new puppy, I’m here to guide you with calm, kind, science-led support.

I’m Clare, a qualified pet behaviourist and Registered Veterinary Nurse, based in Oxford and offering both in-person and remote consultations across Oxfordshire and beyond.

WAYS WE CAN WORK TOGETHER
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Dog behaviour consultations

Dog Behaviour Consultations in Oxfordshire - Specialist in Dog Separation Anxiety

Is your dog distressed when left alone? Barking, chewing, pacing, toileting indoors, or even trying to escape? Separation anxiety can affect your life just as much as your dog’s. I specialise in helping dogs overcome this fear using only kind, reward-based techniques.

Support is also available for other issues including reactivity, resource guarding, and general stress.

I work with you to understand what’s really happening, and create a clear, kind plan to move forward—using only reward-based methods backed by science.

thIS SERVICE INCLUDES

  • initial behaviour assessment and vet liaison

  • Tailored behaviour plan

  • Ongoing 1:1 support and progress check-ins

  • Email summaries and resources

  • Flexible in-person or online sessions

puppy training & early support

Puppy Training in Oxfordshire Positive Foundations for Lifelong Behaviour

Getting it right from the start saves a lot of stress later. My puppy services are designed to help you raise a confident, well-behaved dog, with guidance that fits your lifestyle.

Services include:

  • Pre-puppy advice and preparation

  • 1:1 support during your puppy’s early weeks

  • Puppy School Oxford classes

  • Written guidance and enrichment ideas

  • Ongoing support between sessions

cat behaviour consultations

Cat Behaviour Help in Oxford Expert Support for Stress and Behaviour Issues

Cats can show stress through toileting problems, aggression, hiding, or excessive grooming. These behaviours are often misunderstood, but they have a root cause—and we can uncover it together.

With a gentle, welfare-focused approach, I help you make small changes that make a big difference to your cat’s wellbeing.

Common issues I support:

  • House soiling or spraying

  • Inter-cat tension

  • Scratching furniture or aggression

  • Hiding, vocalising, or pacing

thIS SERVICE INCLUDES

  • Calls with diagnosis and treatment plan

  • Written report summarising what we discussed

  • Communication with your vet

where i work

Local Behaviour Support in Oxford and Oxfordshire

I offer in-person pet behaviour consultations across Oxfordshire, including:

  • Oxford

  • Kidlington

  • Abingdon

  • Witney

  • Bicester

Remote sessions are available UK-wide for dogs and cats.

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Why Work With Me?

  • Specialist in dog separation anxiety

  • Qualified Pet Behaviourist (MSc in Behaviour Counselling)

  • Registered Veterinary Nurse

  • Provisional Member of the APBC

  • Kind, science-led, fear-free methods

  • Support that fits your routine—without judgement