Lincoln - Newark - Sleaford - Horncastle
Tips and support for you and your puppy from the comfort of your own home.
If you're excited to get training and want the most up to date, kind and relationship boosting techniques, I'm here to guide you.
I also want to put it straight out there... if you're struggling with your puppy and need some help, you are absolutely not alone! Although they are adorable and lots of fun, puppies can be hard work and can test your limits. Don't suffer in silence, help is on the way.
Thinking about getting a puppy?
Decided you might be ready to bring a puppy into your life, but not sure if it's right for you?
Already found your puppy but want to be prepared for when you bring them home?
Chosen your puppy, got all the stuff... now what?
If you have questions that need an honest, informed answer, need a guide to find what you need, or want a plan mapped out for you to be ready to hit the ground running when your puppy comes home, I am here to help through my 1:1 Puppy support sessions.
Support once your puppy is home
Are there specific things you would like to teach your puppy?
Things not going quite how you imagined?
Having a problem and need some help?
My 1:1 puppy support sessions can be booked to cover whatever you need for puppies up to 6 months old. Tackling common puppy problems, problem prevention, training activities, or coming up with a tailored plan to overcome any issues you are having. Help is on the way.
1:1 Puppy Support Sessions (up to 6 months old)
£60* Initial support session
A 90 minute introductory session in your home or online to discuss your needs and provide the initial support you are looking for, with written notes to refer back to when you need them.
Follow-up sessions from £40*
If you would like me to support you as you go, or if there is lots to cover, additional sessions of up to 60 minutes each can be booked on a pay as you go basis to suit your needs.
* Mileage fees may also apply for home visits, but these can be calculated up front.
"Wilko is now 2 years old and has turned into a really wonderful companion.”
"Wilko is now 2 years old and has turned into a really wonderful companion. He's well balanced and very friendly. My husband and I are so grateful for the wisdom you imparted to us 18 months ago. The opportunities you gave for Wilko to experience as wide a range of first encounters as possible stood him in good stead when he got a bit teenagey. He is really open to new places and sights and that is thanks to you.
Your kindness towards me when I was struggling to cope with a puppy will never be forgotten. Thank you so much."
- Wilko & Family
Puppy Life Skills Private 5 Week Course
Supporting your puppy to thrive in the life we bring them into while behaving how we would like them to can take understanding, time, and consistency. The Life Skills course is designed to set you both up for success, support a healthy relationship developing between you, and preventing problems from occurring as they get older.
You will receive information at the start to cover general puppy tips, basic body language, and problem solving for common puppy problems. We will then dive in to cover the 10 life skills below, as well as anything extra that is important to you.
1. I have confidence
Appropriate socialisation and experiencing and being comfortable with novelty.
2. I can handle surprises
Shaking off a startle from something unexpected so it doesn't become a fear.
3. I like to be handled
Preparation for daily care and hygiene at home, vet visits, treatments and trips to the groomers.
4. I can handle not being able to do or have everything I want
Developing self-control and the ability to tolerate feeling frustrated.
5. I can be calm
Settling down on a blanket or bed for quiet time at home, when visiting friends or family, or when out and a about and it's time to pause and unwind (e.g. a trip to the pub garden!).
6. I understand your rules
Learning the boundaries you have and when they might change.
7. I can listen
Paying you attention, coming when called, pausing in one place when asked, dropping something they have in their mouth, and learning not to pick things up that you don't want them to have.
8. I have good manners
Asking for things politely, gentle greetings and walking on a loose lead.
9. I need help to make the right choices
Being supported when things are a bit tricky, setting them up for success, knowing their limits and rewarding them for making good choices so they are repeated.
10. I have the right to be a dog
Understanding your puppy's limits and natural behaviours while allowing their individual needs to be met within appropriate boundaries.
Puppy Life Skills Private 5 Week Course (from 8-20 weeks old)
£250*
A 90 minute introductory session in your home or online followed by 4x 60 minute sessions with written notes to refer back to when you need them after every session.
Additional sessions from £40*
If you would like me to support you further as you go, if there are additional things you would like to cover, or if you would just like to spend more time on anything, additional sessions of up to 60 minutes each can be booked on a pay as you go basis to suit your needs.
* Mileage fees may also apply for home visits, but these can be calculated up front.
“There's been days where all I've wanted to do was cry”
"I honestly cannot thank Laura at Juvo Animal Behaviour enough! Over the last 5 weeks Laura has really helped us with training our little girl to be the happiest, well mannered little girl she can be. Now we have all the tools to carry on with her training at home with confidence.
There's been days where all I've wanted to do was cry, puppies are hard work & it's all so overwhelming & there's no shame in admitting that. Yes, they're beautiful & cute but they're also little terrors at times. Laura was always there with a listening ear, a kind word & when I needed it, a big hug & reassurance that I'm actually doing ok & not failing Luna like I thought I was.
If you have a puppy or a dog that has needs then I cannot recommend Juvo highly enough! 5* treatment & service for doggies & owners alike."
- Melissa & Luna