A 90-day behaviour support programme for dogs who are fearful, reactive (sensitive), aggressive or overwhelmed.
Helping you both feel calmer, safer and more connected. Support for dogs who struggle to cope - specialist trauma & behaviour support.
The Sensitive & Complex Dog 90-Day Programme
A 90-day behaviour support programme for dogs who are fearful, reactive (sensitive), aggressive or overwhelmed. Helping you both feel calmer, safer and more connected.
If your dog finds the human world overwhelming whether that looks like fear, aggression, reactivity, or multiple complex issues. This programme is designed to give you intensive, wraparound support. Everything happens at your dog’s pace, with their wellbeing at the heart. I’ll work closely with your vet and other professionals to make sure their needs are met in a trauma-informed and humane way.
This is where science, safety and compassion meet, for stronger relationships.
How it Works:
Whether your dog has faced trauma, struggles with visitors or other dogs , or finds the world overwhelming through fear, separation anxiety or other behaviour challenges, this programme provides structured, compassionate support.
Change takes time — and this approach allows the space to give your horse time.
Step 1:
Comprehensive Assessment
Vet referral required before behaviour work begins (to rule out pain or illness contributing to behaviour).
Full history taken, getting to know you and your dog.
A tailored support plan created around your dog’s needs and your aims for a calmer future.
Bespoke to you and your dog— always at your and their pace
Step 2:
Intensive Support (First Month)
The equivalent of around two sessions per week (1.5–2 hours each) — adapted to your availability and budget
Optional intensive days for long-distance clients
Session notes
Videos if I work with your dog without you present
WhatsApp support between sessions.
Step 3:
Ongoing Progress (Months 2 & 3)
Liaison with your vet and other professionals
Optional supported vet visits
Behaviour information pack to guide you at home
Adjustments to your support plan as needed.
Any unused sessions roll over for up to 3 months
Step 4:
Continuing Care (90 Days +)
No two dogs are the same — some will need extra time and support beyond the first 90 days.
That’s why I offer flexible, affordable ways to continue — with unused sessions rolling over into the next month so nothing is wasted.
Monthly support packages start at £85 per month
“My very nervous rescue dog has really started to blossom”
"My rescue dog who was really struggling is to beginning to blossom in and outside of the home. Through supporting her and giving her opportunities to explore her way "
– Nyla’s owner , London
Your Investment
This programme is a serious commitment but the biggest investment isn’t financial, it’s in the progress you and your dog can make together. Because this is tailored and long-term, the programme takes time, energy and finances but the outcome is a stronger bond with your dog and practical steps forwards.
With intensive support, you’ll get the guidance, structure and reassurance you need to help your dog feel safer, calmer and more able to cope, handle everyday situations with more confidence.
Pathfinder Session
£25
Your first step towards calmer days with your dog.
We’ll discuss your dog’s needs, your goals, and whether this programme is the right fit for you both.
If you join the full programme, this fee is deducted from the cost.
90 Day Programme
from £325
£350 (pay as you go) or £325 (pay upfront)
• Includes around 10 sessions (the equivalent of approx. 2 per week, adapted to your dog’s needs)
• Sessions last 1.5–2 hours
• Ongoing WhatsApp support and session notes/videos
• Vet liaison and professional collaboration included
• No additional charge for multi-dog households
You may be able to claim on your insurance, however, I am unable to take direct claims.
Mileage costs apply or long-distance clients (plus 50% contribution to accommodation if overnight stay is needed)
Ambulance Service and NHS Discount: 15% off
Discount for Rescue Centres available
Low income support tiered donations
Follow-On Support
From £60
After 90 Days – Ongoing Support
• £60 for one session per month
• £90 for two sessions per month
• £120 for four sessions per month
Take the first step towards your dog’s journey to trust and security in our human world. Get in touch now to book your Pathfinder session
This 90 Day Programme for is perfect for:
Rescue or traumatised dogs who need a gentle, trauma-sensitive approach to start trusting again
Dogs who have complex issues such as aggression towards other dogs or people
Dogs with extreme phobias or challenges such as fear of the vet, agoraphobia or the groomers
Dogs with sensory issues such as blindness or deafness who find the world scary
Dogs with multiple complex issues
Dogs who are reactive (sensitive) to other dogs or people
Dogs who need urgent support, such as preparing for a vet visit
Dogs who live further away and need consecutive, intensive sessions (travel and accommodation support available)
By the end of the 90 days, you’ll have a clearer understanding of how to support your dog’s wellbeing, tools to calm stress before it escalates, and a deeper connection with your dog based on trust and safety.
Does this sound like your dog?
Ready to get started?
Book Your Consultation
Drop me a WhatsApp to book. During this session, I will assess your dogs’ needs, prioritise everyone’s safety and begin to create a personalised trauma support plan based on initial observations.
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Personalised Trauma-Sensitive Sessions
I’ll work closely with you and your dog guiding you through the process of creating safety, building trust and providing support for you both every step of the way.
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Repeated Safety Builds Trust with Time
Integrate what you learn into your dog’s life with intensive support. Enjoy seeing your dog move from fear through to trust and build your understanding of your dog.
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Ready to begin the journey towards a safe and relaxed dog who can navigate the world with trust?
Book your Pathfinder session now to get started!
Frankie’s story: from fear to trust
Frankie is a Romanian rescue dog, who was found as a puppy. He arrived in the UK and had difficulty settling into life in a busy family home .He was highly stressed by noise and movement and found walks stressful.He would bark and jump up at family members grabbing clothing and on occasion biting. He also struggled with visitors and he would constantly bark and become distressed. Being concerned about Frankies’ comfort and managing safety Michelle booked him on to my Initial 90 Day Programme for Dogs who Struggle to Cope.
Over the course of the first few months, , Frankie received regular intensive support sessions to rebuild trust that focused on creating ways for him to interact with his family by adding a safe space, building predictable patterns and on- going observations of his behaviour. We also worked closely with his vet who found a suitable medication to support Frankie. Through good management, consent-based techniques , tailored enrichment, building his confidence and consistent guidance offered to everyone in the home, he gradually improved growing his social circle with people and building his sense of security . Michelle and his family learned how to communicate with him, good management strategies and gained a deeper understanding of his needs..
“Through Jessie’s help and dog-centred approach she took everything at his pace and spent time building trust with Frankie over-time . He is now so much calmer and able to cope with life and we have ways to support him with visitors and day to day life that meet his needs and ours.”
FAQs
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Absolutely! My trauma-sensitive sessions involve you, the owner or caregiver , as an active participant. I believe in empowering you to be involved in the healing process, as it strengthens the relationship between you and your dog to create safety and build trust.
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Whilst I cannot guarantee specific results, as with severe trauma or complex cases full resolution is not always realistic. However, regardless of outcome I will do my best to create realistic adaptations for your dog to have the best quality of life possible.
. Unfortunately there are no full guarantees with behaviour as many factors are involved but for,the vast majority of more straight-forward cases improvement and positive change is possible.
I can’t wait to give you the support and guidance you need, to help you and your dog share best life possible together.
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I use an animal-led and consent-based approaches which are trauma-sensitive. and evidence-based focusing on empowering your dog . I also focus on supporting you to meet their individual, species and breed specific needs to create a happier more balanced dog. Where appropriate more structured positive reinforcement based training. maybe incorporated.However, for traumatised dogs the priority is supporting them to return to their baseline, reduce stress and create safety.
I do not use any flooding but instead incorporate gentle systematic desensitisation and titration and pendulation to support safety and curosity.. This approach ensures a safe and supportive environment for your dog by gradually building trust at their pace. I work closely with your vet and other professionals to ensure your dog is supported in a holistic way.
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The 90-Day Programme for Dogs Who struggle to Cope is designed for dogs who are extremely fearful, who have experienced trauma of any kind for example abuse or neglect, attacks or cumulative chronic stress that has interfered with their ability to function . overall. Other challenges this programme is suitable for include severe aggression, phobias, fears or separation distress or those with multiple issues.
Get in touch to discuss your dog’s needs and I’ll let you know whether I can help or if another service such as my Pure and Simple or Mindful Dog Services would be more suitable.
