Olivia Turner

Animals can’t talk to us with words, yet they will always tell us when something isn’t right. It’s our duty as good owners and trainers to be aware of their language and fix the problems.When there isn’t a clear pathway of communication things breakdown and behaviour problems can occur.

Having the correct advice and approach is crucial for success when treating behaviour problems to ensure they don’t escalate or are expressed in a different way.

I only promote the use of ethical, evidence-based methods of practice in animal behaviour modification and training that are safe, humane and effective.

I am deeply passionate about animals, especially those in our care as we have a responsibility for their wellbeing, both physically and mentally. Empathy is essential for successful communication with animals, without seeing the world from their perspective we can’t change things for the better.

For me, the animal’s needs always come first, and I will only move at a pace the animal is comfortable with. I aim to create a balanced, happy animal that is ready for successful training which avoids stress and confusion.

I will not perform ‘quick fixes’, these often involve putting the animal under stress which is unnecessary when there are better, more ethical ways to modify behaviour. I do not use fear or punishment in my approach to training and my methods are evidence based. Owners that are 100% committed to working with me and their animal will see good results and a permanent, positive change in their animal’s behaviour!