Dog Behaviour & Training

Is Your Dog Insured?

We are Certified Clinical Animal Behaviourists (CCAB), registered with the ABTC, FABC and APBC.

If your dog is insured, behaviour consultations and follow-up may be reimbursed (check with your provider).

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    Dog Behaviour Consultations

    Behaviour consultations are for dogs experiencing complex, emotionally driven or multifactorial behaviour challenges. This includes issues like ‘reactivity’, separation distress and other presentations of stress, frustration, fear or anxiety.

    We take into account your dog’s training history, lifestyle, health, and environment as well as establishing practical training skills to help your dog flourish into the best possible version of themselves.

    Step 1: Initial Consultation

    Starting with a remote (video) consultation, we’ll take time to explore your dog’s behaviour, explain the causes, and put essential behaviour modification foundations in place. You’ll receive a tailored behaviour plan, and may record your first session.

    Step 2: Flexible Support

    Step 2 is designed to give you effective support over a three month period, including:

    • 3 months of unlimited, on-tap messenger support

    • 2x site training sessions (you come to us)

    • 1 home visit (we come to you, subject to suitability)

    Behaviour Consultation Packages cost £450. Evenings/weekends are available for an additional £40.

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    Follow-On Support

    Behaviour consultations equip you with the knowledge and foundation skills to continue your dog’s progress confidently on your own, should you choose to. For those looking for a helping hand and more advanced training, we are always here with flexible, on-demand support.

    Site 1-1 - £60

    (Or a package of 5x sessions for £250). Practical dog training outdoors in South Bristol. Hands-on advanced support. You come to us for 45mins.

    Remote 1-1 - £50

    Video sessions via TEAMS. 45min sessions ideal for reviewing your behaviour plan, troubleshooting, or working on indoor training goals.

    Home visit 1-1 - £100

    Home visits are available as follow-on support, subject to suitability. We will be with you at your home or another location of your choice for 1 hour.

    Focus Group - £25 (summer months only)

    Small group training and social trips in South Bristol over summer, perfect for ‘reactivity’ issues. These outings help dogs learn from one another in a supported environment. Limited spaces available, contact us to register and get access to our App.

    If you are using insurance, follow-on support can be claimed as a continuation of behaviour therapy.

Dog Training

A well as in depth behaviour consultation packages, Sezan offers 1-1 dog training to build practical skills and improve communication between you and your dog.

During introductory training sessions we cover:

  • Specific behaviours like loose lead walking, recall and settling in public spaces

  • Increasing engagement and focus during walks

  • Practising known behaviours around controlled distractions

  • Learning how to motivate your dog effectively during training

We will take time to get to know you and your dog, exploring training techniques best suited to you both, as well as covering any tips for home life that we feel are relevant. A short written summary is provided after your session.

Introductory site training sessions (you bring your dog to us in South Bristol) are £100, home visits are £150. Follow-on sessions are charged at the usual rates (see above).

A cute puppy sitting on the sandy beach with a light blue sky in the background.
Monty the reactive lurcher dog runs excitedly through a whispy field of dry grass

Rachel with ‘Monty’ the Lurcher

“Oz Dog's focus group has been a great space for us since we joined a few months ago. It is brilliant to feel more able to get out and explore new places with our reactive dog, with other dog owners who understand and have many pearls of wisdom to share! Sezan has made a supportive, informative and friendly group, in which our dog has made some real progress, which we are delighted about! We would highly recommend Sezan's support to other dog owners looking to learn, better understand and have some adventures with their 'socially sensitive' dog!”