Aggression
As soon as the man starts to move, to get up, Colin snarls. Colin’s not naughty but troubled in some way. Success will come through helping him, not punishing him.
Helping you. Helping your dog
In your home and worldwide. Online dog behaviour specialist
What’s the Difference between a
Dog Trainer and a Dog Behaviourist...
Dog behaviorist.
In simple terms, a Trainer teaches actions and tricks. A behaviourist’s role is to enhance behaviour by improving the dog’s state of mind and addressing underlying causes.
I encounter many dogs living in fear and stress daily. Their owners may not realize the extent of their struggles.
Much of the knowledge and skill I possess as a behaviourist can’t be learned in traditional education. Each case is unique, with different problems, scenarios, and owners. Skill grows with experience. Experience is crucial.
A good trainer should have some understanding of behaviour and science. A good behaviourist should also have knowledge and practical experience in dog training.
As a dog ‘Behaviourist’ I’m a dog lover, people lover, listener, motivator, problem-solver, friend. I’m here to help both you and your dog.
Positive reinforcement dog training.
Virtual dog behavior consultations.
If you’d like a chat and see if I can help you and your dog, please don’t hesitate to get in touch today
How can you work with a dog online ?
Online dog training. Professional dog behavior help.
I get asked all the time, how can I work with you and your dog without even going to your house? In some cases it’s even better. We can focus on the real issues without distractions. Help can be more immediate. I may be able to see things more clearly being that one step removed.
In reality, we’re focused on changing the emotions driving your dog’s behaviour, not just traditional training. I’m coaching and guiding the owners
The meeting was so well structured.
I loved how you took control to work through a very clear, logical assessment of his behaviour points and triggers.
The advice was very well tailored to my own circumstances, and it was all wonderfully compassionate and non-judgemental.
I have every confidence we're going to make very good progress.
(Pippa P)
Over One Thousand Case Stories
arousal, excitement
Baxter whines when the lady goes up the stairs. He whines when they are on the phone. He whines and screams in the car. Baxter whines constantly for attention.
How can they stop the whining?
This has several approaches.
barking
Their current approach to her freezing on walks clearly isn’t working which, in itself, is a reason for doing things differently. Giving her choice.
bangs
Until last year, where he was alert to bangs when out on walks, he could cope. Then, late November, they were out in the garden for his final toilet trip at about 10pm, and his world erupted.
Aggression
As she appears in the doorway, he charges at the young girl, barking. It begins when four-year-old Sprocker Austin hears the ten-year-old daughter moving about upstairs. As she appears in the doorway, he charges at
Poor Bella is nervous of so many things. The gentle and loving two-and-a-half-year-old Rottweiler loves a cuddle and is eager to please. Her life is blighted by her being constantly nervous and on edge. Both
Who is Theo Stewart - Dog Behaviourist?
Over the past eighteen years I have been to thousand of dogs and hundreds of different houses. I have met so many wonderful people, people who love their dogs and want to do the best for them.
More recently, I have included online consultations. They have proved so successful that with all my in-person visits, I start off with an online session.
My love for dogs started many years ago with a Rottweiler called Merlin and Magic, a German Shepherd. Back then, it was all about harsh dog training and ‘correcting’ the dog in order to force it to ‘obey’. Commands were sergeant major-style orders.
How different things are today. With all my subsequent learning and experience, I have proved beyond possible doubt that kind, positive, and force-free methods not only work best, but they ensure we feel comfortable on our relationship with our dog.
I am down to four dogs now. I can’t imagine a life without dogs.
ISCP. International School for Canine Psychology and Behaviour
INTODOGS. Patron
IMDT. Institute of Modern Dog Trainers
VSPDT. Victoria Stilwell Positive Dog Trainer
PPG. Pet Professional Guild
CCB. Certified Canine Behaviourist. INTODogs
My Dog Behaviour CV
- As an older person. Experience & Empathy from a whole kaleidoscope of life’s ups and downs.
- As a School Teacher. Motivation, Encouragement – and boundaries.
- As a musician. Repetitive practice until I have something note perfect. Persistence and patience.
- As a mother of five children. Insight into ‘parenting’ puppies and dogs.
- As a businesswoman. I have set up and run three businesses. ‘Theo Stewart – Dog Behaviourist’ is a business involving marketing, insurance, accounts, tax, equipment, transport, internet costs, web site and much more.
- As the holder of meetings. A skill carried over into family dog consultations, in person, or online.
- As owner of an introduction agency (before the days of internet dating). Interviewing people whilst putting them at ease; finding out all about them as I now with dogs.
- As a dog owner. Multiple dogs over 45 years.
- As a member of INTODogs and UK Behaviour and Training Charter, IMDT, VSPDT, graduate of ISCP (International School for Canine Psychology and Behaviour), PPG, Dog Welfare Alliance. Using positive methods backed by Science. Accountable.
- As a ‘crossover’. I followed outdated dominance methods before educating myself.
What Sets Me Apart?
RESPONSIVE
I restrict the number of “active” clients (at any one time) to ensure I am able to see new cases very promptly if necessary. Rather than taking on “lots of clients”, I manage my time so I am able to give sufficient time to everyone on my list
QUALITY
I offer different levels of support including: Home Consultation with either six weeks or ten days support along with a detailed plan and aftercare, distance support using video conferencing, and a dedicated Facebook Group to help support local people with Fearful Dogs