Lincoln - Newark - Sleaford - Horncastle

Qualified, experienced, kind & ethical behaviour & training support for dogs, puppies & their people in Lincoln & surrounding areas.

Virtual support available nationwide.

If your dog's behaviour is causing concern, you just need a little guidance, or you are looking for private 1:1 support with your puppy, you have come to the right place.

Asking for help can often feel hard, but you've already taken the first step by being here.

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A man, woman and two pre-teen children stand on a woodland path facing their dog with treats in their hands. The dog is an adult black lab.
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Take a look at the packages below and see if any of them sound like what you've been looking for.

I am not here to judge, I am here to help, and just for the record... it is probably not your fault!

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Problem behaviour with other dogs

Does your dog avoid, interact unusually with, bark at, lunge at, growl or snap at other dogs?

Do you feel embarassed taking your dog out in public in case you see any dogs while you are out?

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Problem behaviour with people

Are you avoiding other people on walks, struggling to have visitors to your home or take your dog anywhere with you?

Are you having problems handling or grooming them, or feel like you are walking on eggshells at home?

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Fearful, anxious or phobic behaviour

Do you worry about your dog's reaction to loud noises, going on vet visits, getting in the car, or visiting certain places?

Have you tried to reassure them, but nothing seems to be helping?

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Problems when left alone (separation)

Are you struggling to leave your dog home alone for any length of time?  Are they noisy or unsettled when you are gone, or causing damage to your home?

Is it impacting your daily life and making you feel a bit trapped?

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1:1 Puppy Support

Thinking of getting a puppy and need some advice?

Preparing for a puppy and not sure what you need?

Brought your puppy home but don't know where to start?

Doing everything you thought was right but still having some trouble?

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Puppy life skills course

Want to set your puppy up for the best start by learning all the essential foundations? 

This private 5 week course covers everything you need from the comfort of your own home. 

"I cannot thank Laura enough for transforming ours and more importantly our dog's life."

"I first noticed in Feb 2025 that my 4 year old Border Terrier was having issues with random noises, in particular bird scarers, gun shots and pheasants. A visit to the vet ruled out any physical issues and the vet suggested that a behaviourist would be able to help and recommended two behaviourists in the Lincoln area. Luckily one of them was Laura at Juvo Animal Behaviour. We had a history with Laura as our first Border Terrier attended her puppy classes 7 years ago and is now a well rounded adult, so it was a no brainer that we would get in touch with Laura for help.

Following an in depth assessment of the problems, we have been working with Laura for the last 7 months and the results have been amazing. Laura took us through 3 stages explaining everything clearly and concisely. We have had a couple of hiccups on the way and Laura has always been on hand with helpful advice and encouragement.

I cannot thank Laura enough for transforming ours and more importantly our dog's life. We can now confidently go forward with the knowledge we have learned.

Laura, you are amazing. Thank you."

 

- Irene & River

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"I never get tired of the compliments we get." 

"You worked absolute wonders with our beautiful girl! Your life skills for puppies class was vital to Luna's development. She's now nearly 17 months old & we're still reinforcing your lessons everyday but I never get tired of the compliments we get on how well behaved she is, how good her recall is & how lovely her lead walking is. All thanks to you."

- Melissa & Luna

Hi, I'm Laura and I'm here to guide you and your dog on your next chapter.

I want to help you understand your dog on a different level to before, help you communicate better with eachother, and strengthen your relationship to build a life for you both to thrive in together.

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Laura Adkins BSc (Hons), MSc, ABTC-ATI, PACT-KSA

What are all the letters after my name and what do they mean?

BSc (Hons) is my Batchelor of Science Honours degree in Animal Behaviour Science.

MSc is my Masters Degree in Clinical Animal Behaviour.

Both of these degrees were from the University of Lincoln where I was fortunate to be taught by some of the most well respected veterinary behaviourists in the world.

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PACT-KSA

I am an Accredited Member of the Professional Association of Canine Trainers (PACT). This means I have been assessed and accredited for my ability to fully demonstrate Animal Training Instructor (ATI) skills set out by the Animal Behaviour & Training Council (ABTC). I support PACT's ethics and ethos and have signed up to their code of conduct which stipulates the use of non-aversive, ethical and effective methods only.

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ABTC-ATI

I am on the register for the Animal Behaviour and Training Council (ABTC) as an Animal Training Instructor (ATI).

"The Animal Behaviour and Training Council sets and maintains standards of knowledge and practical skills needed to be an animal trainer, training instructor or animal behaviour therapist and maintains the national register of appropriately assessed practitioners.

The Council represents the training and behaviour sector to the public and to governments."

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Candidate Member

I have achieved pre-certification as a Certificated Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CCAB) through the Fellowship of Animal Behaviour Clinicians (FABC).

This means that I have achieved the academic requirements to become a Candidate Member, and I am now working towards full certification with their support to become a full CCAB.

FABC believe that Clinical Animal Behaviourists should be highly qualified, highly experienced and work to the highest ethical standards, following up-to-date scientific techniques.

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