With over three decades of vast knowledge and practical, hands-on experience in dog behaviour, I’m skilled, knowledgeable, and qualified to assist dogs with various behavioural issues using positive reinforcement methods.
Helping enrich the relationship between you and your dog, I work with dog and people-friendly methods without using harsh techniques or tools.
I take my work very seriously and work hard with any clients that are committed to helping improve their dog’s behaviour.
I continue to represent this profession with the utmost integrity and apply my vast years of experience and knowledge in dog behaviour to continue to benefit dogs and their humans. All this is done without harmful strategies and punitive tools.
I carefully explain everything to you so you’re clear and confident with the differing opinions that you may have come across.
My behaviour sessions are interactive, and you’re welcome to ask questions to feel comfortable and empowered with the process and understanding of the concepts.
I’m a confident educator who can easily communicate with you and your dog to get the desired outcome by engaging in honest and open dialogue.
While I’m happy for food rewards to be used, I teach you the use of strategic use of food so that there isn’t a heavy emphasis on treats.
I will also show you how to work with your dog without food use if you prefer this option, as many of my clients do not want a heavy reliance on treat use.
All this is done using intelligent behaviour modification strategies, which exclude the use of force, do not break your dog’s spirit and avoid unpleasant techniques and tools.
I teach you ways to get your dog to respond to you and strengthen your bond through your interactions without reliance on food use and without punishment.
With my positive mindset and enthusiasm to get the best out of you and your dog, I aim to inspire confidence in you to move forward with your dog, strengthening your relationship through learning how dogs think and understanding that every dog is different.
Your dog is your best friend; they trust you to look out for them and keep them safe.
Using dog and people-friendly behaviour modification strategies, a great majority of her work comes from vet clinics, vet behaviourists and the referrals of previous and existing clients, meaning her services are in demand across Australia and overseas.
A great dog lover, Kathy proudly shares her life with her cherished Siberian Huskies. She has been a regular competitor in obedience and agility trials with her dogs, having attained high accolades with her Siberian ‘Chilli’. To this day, Chilli remains the highest-titled Siberian Husky in Western Australia and one of the highest in Australia.
“Who ya gonna call” when you’re at your wits end with your dog’s reactive or aggressive behaviour? You do exactly what hundreds of dog owners have done over the years, and continue to do, call Kathy. That’s why Kathy is often referred to as WA’s Most Respected Dog Behaviour Consultant. To find out more, contact her direct.
Kathy was the first in Perth to run Reactive Rover® classes, an important initiative specifically designed for dog-reactive and/or aggressive dogs. She also runs popular seminars on dog reactivity.
Kathy delivers workshops for dog clubs, veterinary clinics and the general public across the State, and conducts intensive programs specifically for dogs that are anti-social with other dogs.
Kathy has been a guest speaker, or MC for:
WA Rangers Association Conference
RSPCA WA (presenting to inspectors, shelter staff and students)
The Dogs’ Day Out in Armadale
City of Wanneroo annual Dog’s Breakfast
South Metropolitan TAFE (for vet nursing students)
City of Stirling Paw-some Day Out
Kathy’s passion for helping dogs and their owners drives her commitment to keeping up with current industry trends, and sees her regularly attend dog behaviour conferences and seminars. Her credentials include:
Certificate in Canine Behaviour (Canine Behaviour Specialist Course)
Certified status with the International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants, attaining the title of Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant
Honorary member of the RSPCA Western Australia
Honorary member of the Perth Northern Suburbs Training & Obedience Dog Club (Inc.)
Member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia and the Canine Association of Western Australia.
Kathy has been interviewed by WA media outlets on a variety of topics and has been featured on or in:
720 ABC Perth radio
98.5 Sonshine FM
882 6PR AM radio
100.1 Curtin FM
720 ABC National radio
ABC Stateline (TV)
Channel Nine’s ‘A Current Affair’ (TV)
ABC’s ‘Can We Help?’ (resident dog expert)
A Dog’s Life magazine
RSPCA publications
The Sunday Times, with her regular column ‘Perth’s Dog Whisperer’. (You can read many of these on the ARTICLES page.)
Keen to share her expertise and effective techniques with as many dog owners as possible, Kathy has authored three books aimed at helping people live harmoniously with their dogs.
How To Introduce Your Dog To Your Baby
Watch My Manners
105 Great Ideas To Having A Well Behaved Dog
Kathy believes in giving back to her community and has donated hundreds of copies of her books to charities and veterinary clinics raising funds for various causes. Her popular ‘Dog A Day’ Calendar was also a fundraiser for the RSPCA WA.
This Online Course Reveals My MOST POWERFUL Techniques for Improving Your Dog’s Behaviour in 30 Days or Less!
With over 25 years of dog behaviour experience, Kathy is highly regarded by the media and is often sought out for her opinion of various dog behaviour issues. She has been invited as a returning guest on Channel 9 news. Her books, CD and her most popular online Reactive Rover course are sought out by dog lovers not only across Australia but around the world.
A first for Perth, Kathy began running Reactive Rover® classes, an important initiative specifically designed for dog-reactive and/or aggressive dogs. She has also run a number of sold-out seminars on dog reactivity. In addition, Kathy has delivered workshops across the State for dog clubs, veterinary clinics, rangers and the general public, and has held intensive programs specifically for dogs that are antisocial with other dogs.
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