TLC Dog Behaviour and Training

What an amazing first training session with Rachel. My border collie is terrified of traffic. On the first session Rachel had her led down relaxing near road. When cars were driving past her tail was up in the air and she was ignoring traffic. Have got her on a loose lead and not pulling. More calm when we have visitors. Amazing. Can’t wait till next session. More...

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I have seen Rachel now for three sessions as my dog Aco is very dog reactive and would pull on the lead. In such a short space of time the difference is amazing. Rachel has given me the confidence and tools to help myself and Aco. He now walks lovely on the lead and is a lot calmer. There is still some reactivity but I am now more confident thanks to Rachel in handling it. I would highly recommend her More...

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Rachel came to my house to spend some time with us and our puppy Loki. She was very informative, patient and helpful. She was full of great tips and the way in which she trained suited our family. Loki took to her very well, and enjoyed his time with her. Since her visit he has calmed down a lot, and we look forward to working with her again soon 😊 More...

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Rachel was great, came out to see my little Bentley, who is a rescue dog and was in need of some training on jumping up and nippy-ness with one of our family members. Rachel’s techniques helped to calm Bentley instantly and we have felt like since her visit we have a different little dog, he is calmer, affectionate and doesn’t jump up like before. We will be booking another session with Rachel for recall off the lead. 🐶 ❤️ Thank you! More...

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I cannot recommend Rachel highly enough! We were having problems with our 2 year old golden retriever getting overly excited/frustrated on the lead and she has helped us to overcome these issues massively in just a few sessions. My partner and I have learnt so much but more then anything, Rachel has given us so much more confidence with being able to handle any situation that we now face with our lovely dog. Can’t wait to continue working with Rachel and building our girls confidence! More...

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I have two rescue dogs from Macedonia. They are 2 and half year old sisters but were very anxious. Rachel completely calmed them down to the point they were feeding from her hand. The first time visit the one went for her so a massive improvement . Highly recommend her ❤️❤️❤️ More...

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Rachel was amazing at helping me with my little puppy Paolo. Using teamwork we've managed to get Paolo away and stay away from my wheelchair wheels which has helped massively with both mine and Paolos anxiety. Using a very simple technique my 16 week old pup is no longer under my kitchen worktops (I have a wheelchair adapted kitchen, much lower worktops with lots of space underneath where little bum used to sit) and he's finally listening and waiting while I enter a room 🙂 Thankyou very much, I now have a calm and confident puppy 🐶 so calm that he wasn't even fazed by the thunderstorm yesterday! I cannot attach any videos as Facebook won't let me More...

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Rachel is a wonderfully inspiring dog trainer. She explains everything so that you know what you should be doing! She is enthusiastic and understanding. Our little dog Merlin has anxiety issues and Rachel has explained the things to do to make him more relaxed and they really work. She has helped us indoors with barking and settling down issues and outside with pulling on the lead and problems socialising. We have seen her today and the improvement was noticeable. She lives ,breathes and loves dogs and the environment and is an amazing trainer. I f you have any behavioural or training problems I can't recommend her enough! More...

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I would highly recommend Rachel. I cannot believe the difference we have seen, even from the first session we saw a massive difference. We dealt with so many things in such a short time…Lead issues, control, listening, barking with our dog…the list goes on. Our 3 years old Pomeranian Saskia had improved a lot. Rachel has so much understanding of the relationships between dogs/owners and notices the slightest thing. It’s so much easier now to go on the walks, and less stress in the house. We know we have a lot of work to do with our dog but we are now more confident in our handling of our dog and, in turn, have a happier, calmer dog. Saskia’s behaviour has improved so much, and the house is so much happier. Thank you so much Rachel. I wish I have done the training a long time ago. Go and book Rachel she’s amazing!! More...

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Rachel was recommended to me as I was looking for help to improve my adolescent Lab's barking (early morning, attention and alert reactivity). She asked questions and observed behaviour in our home before providing clear insights and advice on the different ways to address each type of barking and generally to improve calmness. She stayed in touch and provided support following her visit, answering further questions and tweaking suggestions. The difference in behaviour is a game changer for us. No more 5am wake ups nor attention barking already, plus alert barking is improving every day. 🙌 More...

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I contacted Rachel when our new puppy was biting a lot and I wanted to know the best way to stop this and discipline her in the best way. I had an initial call with Rachel and then we booked in a session. We learned so much about how to get the best out of Roxie, help her understand and positively reinforce the right behaviours. It helped me feel much calmer and that we were doing the right thing for our pup. We were able to easily implement the bits we were shown and now have a well behaved little pup who is very happy 😊 I can’t recommend Rachel enough for helping you and your dog get off to the best start, or tweak where needed. More...

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Excellent service from Rachel in coming to the house for 1 to 1 assessment and support with our new timid lab. She clearly understands dog behaviour and provides succinct and clear action plans to help resolve the issues. Our lab is progressing well as a consequence of Rachel's assistance. Will be using again. Thank you Rachel More...

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We have only had one session with Rachel and we can already see a massive difference with our 8 month old nervous lab! Rachel has taught us to understand his body language and how to help him relax within the home and out. We look forward to future sessions to improve his long lead behaviour! Thank you TLC Dog Behaviour and Training! More...

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Otis is always reactive to other dogs on his walk. Rachel shows us how important it is keep him relaxed and make him to make the right choice and have some treats =). Still a long way to go but he is obviously doing much better after 3 lessons. Pleased with the classes! More...

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Rachel was lovely and so helpful with training. Milo went from a really anxious dog to rolling around in the grass in just a couple of hours!

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Really recommend Rachel, only had one session but already had tools and tips to improve rocco’s separation anxiety and being reactive near other dogs. Feel a lot more confident and really nice seeing him succeed and learn new commands. Thank you so much Rachel, not only really helpful but very knowledgable and a lovely lady! X More...

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I couldn’t recommend Rachel more, we have only seen her twice but she has already really helped give us the tools to calm our Springer Spaniel and also to assist with getting him and our new English Pointer Puppy acquainted in a calm and structured way. Our Springer had been attacked previously and is very nervous around new dogs especially when confined in small spaces or on the lead. We had a massive breakthrough today they both played together and ran around the garden having fun, no stress, no fuss was amazing to see. And later Heughan actually asked to come back into the lounge to be with Zara they spent the afternoon chilling together in their own beds. So happy with the progress, Rachel we all especially Heughan and Zara thank you. We can’t wait to continue our journey with you. More...

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I would definitely recommend understanding all my dog’s behaviour helping me understand them to brilliant training and very happy with everything you are helping me and Bonnie loves it to 😊😊

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Fantastic, Rachel was extremely friendly and patient. Helped train us humans more than the dog! Our first time as puppy parents and the difference even on the first day is just fantastic. Highly recommend using Rachel if you are having teething problems adjusting to a new puppy, her knowledge is second to none More...

Very happy. Rachel was fantastic. We had our first training session this week and I look forward to more in the future

Rachel was lovely and gave us lots to go away with and work with Bella, whonis already enjoying extra training

We called Rachel as we were Becoming desperate for help, simba has huge separation anxiety issues and just couldn’t be left as he would destroy anything in his way, we never knew what we were coming home too! Rachel after only one session was able to show us how to fully calm him and try a new approach, we are now able to leave the house knowing he is ok!! This has been such a help to us as a family and we can now start to really enjoy our pup. We will definitely be back for some more training soon. More...

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I couldn't leave Ralph my 10 month old Shihpoo as he had terrible separation anxiety and hated being left alone. I was desperate for help and contacted Rachel for support. Rachel was brilliant and so supportive, she explained in simple terms ways of understanding and helping Ralph to relax and build his confidence. After just two visits things began to change for the better and today we have been able to leave Ralph at home alone while we went shopping, something I could only dream off back in February. Rachel was on hand to answer any questions I may have had along the way. I would definitely recommend Rachel and will be contacting Rachel in the near future for recall training More...

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I am a experienced dog owner having had 8 dogs over my 42 years married life, as well as growing up with dogs in the family. However this is the 1st time I have had such a nervous shy puppy. My instincts were to tread carefully. I reached out to Bark. I am so pleased I did as Rachel made contact. We had a video meeting and the help and advice I received was nothing less than fantastic. Dog training has changed tremendously over the years. I have learned how to help my puppy make the right choices and in doing so building a truly close bond between us. With Rachel's help my shy nervous puppy and I will be sole mates and training her will be a pure pleasure for puppy and me. Do not hesitate, experienced or not to contact TLC Dog Behaviour & Training if you want to build a beautiful relationship between you and your dog and gaining a well trained dog in the process. More...

Highly recommend Rachel’s services, she has shown us how to relax and learn through play with our beautiful Reia who we rescued from a dog sanctuary in Bulgaria. Reia has come in leaps and bounds since Rachel’s visit and I will definitely be using her again in the future. Thanks so much Rachel 🐾 More...

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Highly recommend Rachel’s services. We have had three sessions with our 18 month male golden retriever so far. Our Buddy has been extremely nervous but he is now beginning to become a totally different dog after just three sessions now we are starting to speak the same language. Thank goodness we found TLC. Our walks before were a real battle with reactivity and nerves but now we are making progress, we are bonding so much more and really enjoying our walks. A real transformation and we are so grateful. Thank you, Rachel - we cannot wait to continue our journey with you. More...

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I can’t thank and recommend Rachel enough. I have now had two sessions and the improvement of my bulldogs is life changing to not only my dogs but my family. Rachel’s knowledge, passion and skills are amazing. She’s so kind, talks you through every step and really builds confidence. I was at the point where I didn’t want to take my bulldog out on walks due to her sounding so aggressive towards other dogs around. Only my second session and I’ve just come back from a walk with my bulldog not barking even once!!! I honestly can’t believe it. Thank you Rachel for all your help.. you’ve given us freedom and enjoyment as a family. You’ve changed our lives in such a short amount of time. I look forward to more sessions with you. Xx🐶❤️ 🐾 More...

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I had a great session with Rachel with my foster dog Rona I have learnt lots and Rona is loving her new structure life hopefully with the help off rachel Rona will find her forever home

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Rachel is amazing!!! We have had one session so far and already have a second session planed. Rachel has so much knowledge and everything she said made so much sense. The dogs loved her and she was absolutely brilliant with them. One of our boys is really anxious and Rachel’s help already around this has been invaluable Thanks so much! 🐾 💙 More...

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I saw Rachel recently about some issues I have with my dog – an excitable spaniel. She recognised the problems immediately and showed me what training to put in place to deal with them. Her advice included some ‘tips’ that I had been given before, but without real explanation and understanding, so I hadn’t followed them through. Having spent the time with Rachel I can see now how it fits together and have faith that the training will work. I would thoroughly recommend her to anyone who wants guidance on training their dog More...

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We contacted Rachel for help with our 4 yr old pom who was showing signs of aggression around our young grandchildren and general naughty behaviour indoors as well as lots of barking and jumping and worst of all his losing his mind when seeing another dog outside or through the window. From the initial phone call the week bear was also neutered and before ever meeting us there were steps we put in place, we took away his use of cat flap to stop him having run of the garden( he had a lampshade on for operation so he couldn’t get out) no more sitting on back of sofa to guard window. Rachel came the following Sunday and from the minute I opened the door training began, I was immediately at ease and there was no rush just a calm stranger at my door guiding me what to do for my yappy boy , lots of patience and good vibes from Rachel and a relaxed and no attention to bear from me we were in my front room. 3.5 hours Rachel stayed and we were captivated, the ‘place’ has transformed our lives in just a week, people come in my house and bear has his place and he’s happy to see everyone but not get so excited, we are now the pack leaders and bear seems( for the most part🤦🏻‍♀️) much happier that he dosn’t have to worry. We learned so much and to be completely honest my head was whirling from all the information we had absorbed but I was inspired and motivated to make this a life change for all our sakes. Work outside was brief but enough to get us started before we could tackle other dog situation and believe me it is a sight to been seen and we we dreading it but would visit it next session. Unfortunately before the next session on a walk with bear working on relaxed lead walking avoiding dogs to save the anguish the worst possible thing happened when a German shepherd escaped the gate we just past and with no warning he attacked bear picking him up in his mouth trying to pull him off me, terrifying! Shocking and hope to never go through that again but we were both ok and relieved to get home. I let rachel know and she rang immediately and talked it through with me and without a doubt this was a major setback and my confidence was dented until Friday ( 2 days after dog attack) Rachel asked if we fancied a visit, I looked out to see her arriving with her dog and my anxiety went through the roof but again the minute I opened the door she had everything in place to have control of the situation, again her vibe is so relaxed and all the while she’s talking and explaining what is happening and why, before I knew Rachel and her dog were in my living room! AMAZING! Bear was in his place and it was all calm and good!! My husband came home and looked at me astonished there was an actual real life dog in Our house we were delighted, today our grandaughter came for 1st some Rachel came to help and bear happily stayed on his place happy and relaxed and for the first time i can see a different world for us and our little boy. It’s lots of work but already the difference is clear to see 🐾 Looking forward to doing more with bear with Rachel’s help, can’t recommend her enough 🐾 More...

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Great session with Rachel massive improvement with Neville after one session will defo being booking more. Neville is 10 months old and a gentle giant and just loves to jump at visitors and after Rachel Saunders being in the home he has massively improved and hardly jumps at all now 😁

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Would highly recommend! Our rescue puppy Aldo is 6 months old and came to us from Romania only a month ago- he is a wonderful dog but has lots to learn and as first time dog owners we decided we needed a bit of support. I reached out to Rachel and she was very quick to respond. We had an initial call to cover the basics and she has now been to see us twice. Rachel is so patient and understanding and has so much knowledge about dog brains! She has taught us loads about how Aldo perceives the world and how we should be interacting with him. His behaviour has improved massively and we are excited about our next session. Would recommend Rachel to anyone 😊 thank you!! More...

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Georgie and I had our first training session with Rachel today and it was amazing. Rachel’s knowledge of dogs, how they think and their behaviour, and her patience with both pup and owner is second-to-none. Despite doing our training session via Zoom, Rachel quickly got know exactly what training issues needed to be addressed and we made great progress in just one session. Tbh, I need as much training (if not more!) than Georgie does and am excited to start on this journey. Our goals: to reduce reactivity and barking and lessen separation anxiety. More...

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We Welcomed Rachel into our home to help with Mila, our 7month working cocker who has us wrapped around her little finger…. From the minute Rachel walked in Mila was interested, and started behaving immediately. We were impressed with Rachel’s knowledge, enthusiasm and friendliness and was in no hurry to leave. We had a lovely 3+ hours of getting to know our dog better which Rachel later followed up all we learnt in an email. Would recommend TLC to everyone, and we intend to carry on using Rachel for many month yet…. Thanks Rachel😊 More...

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Wow….I’m just amazed how in just a few hrs Rachel has made such difference to Micha 🐶 She’s helped us to understand her which has helped so much in our training. I can’t recommend her highly enough. More...

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Following on from the previous review, we shared our first puppy training session with a friend and her puppy. From the moment Rachel arrived, it was straight in with advice, the reasons why puppies need to know their boundaries and what we were looking for to help our 14 week cockapoo get on the right track. Rachel supported myself, husband and two children in getting us all involved in training Buddy and took the time to listen to our needs and concerns. Buddy had a great working relationship with Rachel from the start and we were utterly amazed at what was achieved in the first session! I cannot recommend enough and will be sure to call upon Rachel and her fantasic wisdon again! More...

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I can’t recommend Rachel highly enough, she put a fantastic puppy session together for my 15 week old Bichon puppy, Lola. We shared the session with another friend’s puppy and was so pleased with the personalised session to suit both our needs and questions . Rachel was very attentive and supportive, giving great advice and had immediate great interaction with my puppy. Would definitely go to Rachel again in the future for any further training and advice. She will certainly be a favourite contact in my phone book 😍 More...

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Rachel has been amazing at helping us with my dog Rosie. She was really bad with separation anxiety. Which was then leading to her barking constantly! !! It didn’t let up! We Would come home and she wouldn’t have settled at all. Pacing and panting the whole time we were out. Even If we left her just for a minute she woud get this distressed. So it got to the stage where we had to do something. Rachel has been a lifesaver!!! She has helped not just rosie but us too. We can now leave her when we need to pop out and she’s so relaxed. NO BARKING 🎉 and now even lays in her bed. Which makes us so much happier and less anxious to go out. I can not recommend Rachel enough absolutely brilliant. More...

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Rachel has been great at supporting us with our 11 month old Labrador Ralphy! Ralphy loves her enthusiasm, consistency and good treats and games! He was pulling a lot so Rachel has helped me to start using a different lead with him which has really made a difference and given me SO tips to support us in training ralphy! thank you so much! More...

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We asked Rachel to help us with recall for our 16-month-old Romanian rescue dog Betty, as well as her obsessive behaviour around food. Rachel came to visit us in our home and came on a dog walk with us...and ended up staying for three hours!! Her enthusiasm for the job and her love of dogs shines through in everything she says and does. She was full of new and interesting ideas to help us with getting Betty to 'come' on our walks - Betty now literally stops in her tracks (mostly!) when we call her, and doubles back to return to us. Rachel also helped us restructure our routine to work better for Betty, which has helped to calm her down at mealtimes - we are working on having a meal ourselves without her expecting to join in! We had spoken to other dog behaviourists in the past, but no one has the same energy level and joy for the job as Rachel. We're now telling all our dog-walking friends to get in touch! Michelle and John More...

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Rachel has been fantastic with me & Buster. I recently rehomed Buster & he had severe anxiety & some behavioural issues. Rachel helped me understand how I could help reduce Busters anxiety & improve his behaviour....2 months on he's a different dog & so happy. Thanks Rachel xx More...

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