Wirral Canine Counselling

23/04/2026

Introducing the New Visitor Support Package

Do visitors coming to your home cause stress for your dog?

For some dogs, it isn’t excitement - it’s anxiety, fear, or reactivity, which can make visitor situations extremely stressful for both dog and owner.

I offer a structured in-home support package designed specifically to address visitor-related behaviour.

Whether your dog barks, growls, hides, or becomes overwhelmed when people arrive, these responses are often driven by fear and uncertainty. With the right approach, these problems can be reduced by helping your dog feel more secure, and allowing visits to be managed calmly and safely.

My work focuses on practical, real-time behaviour support combined with structured environmental management, helping you understand and improve how your dog responds during real visitor situations. The aim is to create clear, repeatable routines that reduce escalation and support longer-term emotional stability.

This is a focused, in-home support package delivered over two sessions, designed to give you immediate, practical change and a clear way forward.

Visitor Support Package: £200
Additional Sessions: £75

23/06/2025

How does my process for boarding work?

Having taken the opportunity to work with dogs exhibiting behavioural challenges within a boarding environment, I have developed a structured and adaptable process to ensure each dog’s unique needs are met effectively.

Initial Information Gathering:
The process begins with a brief form designed to collect contact details and essential background information about your dog. This helps me prepare appropriately for the next steps.

Home Visit (Free within Wirral):
Next, I offer a free home visit (fuel cover required for outside this area) to meet your dog in their familiar environment. During this visit you can cover any behavioural needs. I also discuss key aspects of their care routine (husbandry) and gather any relevant details about the food and products you use.

Paid Trial Sessions:
Following the home visit, we can schedule paid trial sessions and arrange for your dog be dropped off at my premises to begin the integration process. The first trial typically lasts up to three hours, which is long enough to help your dog settle in without causing stress or overwhelm. Feedback is generally positive and we aim to work with you and your dog to help transition to their stay under the care and guidance of qualified professionals.

Ongoing Assessment:
After the initial trial, we’ll assess how well your dog is adjusting and plan further trials with longer durations based on their individual needs and the length of the intended stay. Shorter stays may require fewer trials, while longer ones might benefit from a gradual introduction. The advancement of trials is tailored to your dog’s behaviour and comfort level, and trials for overnight care are recommended once we know the dog has properly settled.

Next Steps After Completing the Integration Process:
Once your dog has successfully completed an overnight trial, you can begin preparing for their full boarding stay. For short stays (fewer than three days), an overnight trial is generally not required. You will receive a boarding contract that outlines all essential care information and serves to register your dog for licensing purposes.

Professional-led and Welfare-Focused:
It’s important to understand that successful integration is not just about the setting itself, but about the skills and experience involved in managing it. The process relies heavily on the ability to carefully structure and adjust the environment to keep stress levels low and ensure your dog feels safe and supported. While much of this work happens behind the scenes, every decision is intentional and welfare-led. Owners may not see every step, but you can be confident that we aim to maintain high standards of care and a choice-based, respectful approach with your dog.

11/06/2025

Photo dump! These are just some the doggies we've had the honour of looking after in the past 12 months 😁
Happy Summer ☀️🐾

27/05/2025

In honour of 2 little old ladies that left the world this past week 💔🐾

17/03/2025

09/02/2025

21/01/2025

As a passionate Canine Behaviour Professional, I’m here to support you and your furry family members with a range of services designed to enhance their well-being and behaviour. Whether you need help with training, behaviour modification, or reliable care, I’ve got you covered!

Here’s what I offer:

Home Boarding & Day Care: Your dog will feel right at home with personalised care in a safe, comfortable environment. I’ll keep them happy, entertained, and well-looked after while you're away!

Pet & House Sitting: I provide trusted, experienced pet and house sitting to ensure your dog gets the attention they deserve in the comfort of their own home.

Training Walks: I offer training walks to address issues like pulling, reactivity, and leash manners, and predatory behaviour.

Behaviour Consultations: I provide professional behaviour consultations to help address issues like anxiety, aggression, or unwanted habits, guiding your dog towards positive change.

Whether you’re looking for expert guidance on canine behaviour or simply need someone trustworthy to care for your pet, I’m here to help. Let’s create a more harmonious relationship between you and your dog!

DM me for more details or to book a consultation!

01/09/2024

Dixie had a great week with us popping in for lunch time play, cuddles, evening walks, and dinner! 🐕🐾 He was a vibrant, playful and very pleasant, well mannered pooch during the week.

You can book us too for overnight boarding, daycare and local pop ins.

We are a licensed establishment in Wirral, Merseyside.

12/08/2024

Rex was extremely pleasant to look after for his overnight stay on Saturday and he especially loved the treat flying toward him on the Sunday morning walk! 🤩🐾🐕