I’m Jessie
Lovely to meet you!
I'm Jessie, and I'm dedicated to helping horse and dog owners and caregivers like you build meaningful and fun relationships with their horses and dogs.
With years of experience and a deep understanding of both equine and canine behaviour, I have the expertise to guide you and your horse dog towards an enjoyable and fulfilling life together.
With an unwavering commitment to trauma-sensitive and compassionate approaches, I prioritise building trust, using clear communication and creating a safe and enjoyable environment both you and your horse or dog.
I’d love to work with you.
Why this is the only job for me
I’ve I’m here for the long haul with the Animal Behaviour and Trauma Recovery Service. My passion is supporting caregivers and their animal companions with compassionate, trauma-sensitive care that helps rebuild trust, safety, and confidence.
I work with horses and dogs who’ve experienced fear, stress, or trauma, offering a holistic, individualised approach that respects their unique history, needs, and personality.
My mission is to walk alongside you and your animal, helping you both move forward with greater understanding and connection.
My journey began as a pony-mad child with a deep love for animals, and I’ve been fortunate to share my life with many special horses and dogs who continue to inspire me. My first pony, Percy, and my ex-racehorse, Dillon, taught me first-hand how hard it can feel when the animal you love is struggling — and how overwhelming it can be for you both.
Those experiences shaped not only my career, but also my commitment to helping caregivers and their animals find safety, understanding, and a way forward together.
Alongside my hands-on work, I am a qualified equine and canine behaviour consultant, a Full Member of the APBC, and an ABTC-registered Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CAB). I’m also a LEGS Family Dog Mediator — meaning I look at every factor that shapes your animal’s behaviour, from their past and health, to their environment and relationships.
In addition, I serve as Equine Behaviour Specialist at the Equine International Research Institute, where I co-run the Equines as Companions course alongside Dr Emily Kieson. My research focuses on affiliative behaviour and the many ways horses and humans interact and connect.
My qualifications include:
• FdSc Applied Behaviour Science and Welfare — University of Greenwich
• Bsc Equine Health and Welfare Modules;
- Equine Behaviour and Welfare (Level 6) — Royal Agricultural University
- Equine Health (Level 6) — Royal Agricultural University
My passion is supporting animals and their caregivers to thrive together - helping horses and dogs heal from trauma, navigate our human world, and build safe, trusting relationships. I’m dedicated to helping caregivers better understand their companions so they can enjoy the best life possible together.
I also acknowledge how unique every animal is, and I promise to help you find a way forward that best suits your horse or dog - and you.
I’m passionate about helping horse and dog owners establish a deep and meaningful relationship, with their equine partners and canine companions.
With years of experience and a genuine love for animals, I’m committed to providing effective, trauma-sensitive and ethical holistic solutions tailored to meet your and your animals’ unique needs.
Click on the button below to find out more about how I can help you.
How can I help you?
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Horse Behaviour Support
90-day programme for traumatised or complex horses.
Support for horses who struggle to cope. Help your horse move from fear and overwhelm towards trust, safety and a calmer life.
This tailored programme supports very fearful, unhandled, aggressive or horses with multiple issues at their own pace, while giving you the guidance and reassurance you need every step of the way.
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Confidence & Enrichment Support
Helping dogs and horses build resilience, reduce stress and enjoy life with more calm, curiosity and confidence.
The Mindful Dog – Enrichment & Confidence Building
Horse Confidence Building with Novel Objects & Scent Work
Box Rest Support – Calm, stimulating activities to aid recovery
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Dog Behaviour Support
Specialist behaviour support for fearful, anxious or traumatised dogs.
A 90-day programme for dogs who are fearful, reactive (sensitive), aggressive or overwhelmed.
Trauma-informed, humane approach to help you both feel calmer, safer and more connected so that you can enjoy your life together.
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Crisis Support
For when things feel urgent and you need immediate help.
• Sudden aggression or reactivity
• A serious behaviour incident
• Extreme stress that feels unsafe or unmanageable
I’ll help you put an immediate plan in place, restore calm and safety, and decide the best next steps.
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Pure & Simple One to One Training (Dogs + Horses)
Personalised training to help your dog or horse navigate the human world.
Whether you’ve recently adopted an adult rescue dog or your trusty canine sidekick just needs a bit of a refresher this is for you. Perhaps you want to work on establishing reliable recall or teach polite lead walking – you choose!
Compassionate practical support for the everyday from hoof and leg handling, leading to loading or whatever you need support with.
These sessions are ideal if you’d like straightforward, hands-on support — without written reports, support plans or handouts. They’re not suitable for severe or complex behaviour problem
What Clients Are Saying
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"Working with Animal Behaviour and Trauma Recovery Service was so helpful for one of our Romanian Rescue dogs. Their compassionate and patient approach made helping this complex dog easier , and we saw steady progress over time."
– Sally
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I highly recommend Animal Behaviour and Trauma Recovery Service my pony Bluebell and I have really enjoyed our enrichment and scent work sessions. They are fun and informative.
- Hannah
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" Jessie understands horses deeply. She has supported me and my horse Coco for a number of years with a range of issues from phobia of worming to general handling. I now have individualised strategies to support him and myself”
- Sally O
If you're ready to enhance your relationship with your horse or dog and set out on a journey of growth, discovery and connection, I'm here to help.
Side by side , we can address any challenges, enhance your horse or dog’s well-being, skills and strengthen the bond between you. Take the first step by clicking below to get in touch and let’s build your horse or dogs’ confidence.