Understanding Behaviour Differently
Most behaviour concerns don’t begin with disobedience.
They begin with stress, confusion, inconsistent communication or physical discomfort.
While many owners search for “dog training”, what they often need is calm, relationship-focused behaviour guidance that supports both the dog and the human.
My work looks beyond surface behaviours to understand what may be driving them — including nervous system regulation, environment, nutrition and clarity of boundaries.
This is not about control.
It is about communication and balance.
1:1 Behaviour Consultations
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Support is offered through tailored one-to-one sessions, either in your home or remotely
Each plan is practical and individual, designed around your dog’s temperament, environment and history.
Common areas of support include:
• Reactivity and over-arousal
• Lead pulling
• Recall challenges
• Adolescent behaviour
• Rescue transitions
• Dogs struggling to settle
• Behaviour influenced by physical discomfort or inflammation
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A Different Approach to Training
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Rather than relying solely on repetition or surface correction, we explore:
• Emotional state
• Environmental triggers
• Physical comfort
• Consistency of boundaries
• Owner confidence and clarity
.Sustainable behaviour change happens when the whole system feels safe, clear and understood.
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Bringing Home a Puppy?
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Many owners search for puppy training classes once patterns begin to form.
Pupstart is designed to support you before problems develop.
Covering:
• Choosing and preparing for your puppy
• Feeding foundations
• Sleep routines
• Toileting
• Biting and boundaries
• Calm introduction to training
Ideal for first-time owners or those welcoming a puppy after many years.
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Occasional Small Group Sessions
If you still want to keep the door slightly open:
Small group sessions may be offered occasionally when there is sufficient interest. Enquiries are welcome.
That keeps it available without centring it.
​TESTIMONIALS
Toni’s training courses are always very informative and fun. Toni advised me to put my dog on a raw diet. The change was instant and remarkable. My dog is very much calmer and her coat is gleaming.
Mrs L, Herstmonceux, East Sussex
Such a wonderful experience! My dog loves coming to training and Toni always welcomes him, even if he is a little bit naughty sometimes. Toni helps me in not only the basic training but helps me out of bad habits too! I'm glad to have found her and be able to keep coming back for more training and learning!
MS W, East Sussex
Toni is a very knowledgeable trainer. My dog has been very alert and engaged during the training sessions and his behavior has improved. Toni has a wealth of information about diet and how that affects the dogs behaviour.
Mrs M, Wadhurst, East Sussex
“ Lillie is adorable but somewhat of a pickle" I often joke by saying “don’t be fooled by the cuteness"
In my love for her & quest to be kind, I’m too soft and have absolutely no boundaries in place which has led to a lot of behaviour issues due to her lack of feeling secure.
I called in the help of Toni, who explained what the issue was and back to basics we went with some simple bit affective tasks to practise. Within a couple of days I was able to walk locally without her pulling or dropping to the floor when she saw another dog.
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Ms K, East Sussex
I found Toni on Facebook after rescuing our 2 year old bulldog, we have had some group training and privates and she is soo patient with him! If it wasn't for Toni helping me and teaching me, my dog would be an absolute brute! We also found a lot of his energetic behaviour was to do with his diet and she's helped me get him on a good diet that has really calmed him down.
Ms W, East Sussex
