clinical animal behaviourist
Fear periods in dogs: what does the science actually say?
The term “fear period” is used a lot in puppy advice, giving a sense that young dogs move through development according to a fixed calendar. However, it is much more nuanced than this. Early canine social development is better understood…
Taking Your Dog to a Summer Carnival or Country Show
Summer carnivals, village fêtes and country shows can be enjoyable for some dogs, while others may find the combination of…
Science of Connection – The Paradox of Choice
Why conflicting pet behaviour advice can leave owners stuck, and how to find a clearer starting point. When an animal’s…
When a Dog Is Worried
What a new study suggests about fear-related behaviour in everyday dog life Many owners can name the situations their dog…
Pain in Dogs: Behavioural Signs Often Missed
A new study suggests people are better at recognising overt pain in dogs than subtler behavioural signs.
When a new baby changes the dog-owner relationship
What happens to the dog-owner relationship when a new baby arrives? Research-informed insight into changes in interaction, owner guilt, behaviour…
Why do so many puppy owners skip training classes?
Puppy training classes are widely recommended as part of responsible early dog ownership. They sit alongside vaccinations, microchipping and other…
Teen Dog Training in Tring | Adolescent Dog Behaviour Classes | Stage 2 Teens Course February 2026
Teen dog training classes in Tring led by Clinical Animal Behaviourist Hanne Grice. Science-led adolescent dog training to build focus,…
Training & Behaviour Surgery in Tring – Dog and Cat Behaviour Support | May 2026
Training & Behaviour Surgery Tring | Dog & Cat Behaviour Help
Science of Connection – the Power of Sleep
Sleep is one of those areas where the science and the animal profession are largely aligned. We know it matters,…
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