I am here to help you connect with your dog on a deeper level while working towards the achievement of your training needs.
I know how it feels…
We all have an ideal dog in mind when we bring them home. Most people dream of long walks in the park, leisurely pub lunches, and being able to leave them at home to enjoy time with friends.
When I first brought my dog, Shadow, home he suffered from terrible Separation Anxiety and was reactive to certain people. I couldn’t leave him at home and I could barely take him anywhere either. It was a catch-22 and a frustrating, exhausting, and isolating time for us both.
However, whilst there were a lot of negatives, I discovered along the way even more positives.
I focused on learning his ways of communicating and in turn, how to connect with him. I found out what activities suited him and more about his personality. I honed in on what he liked to do and just what he was capable of.…
And along the way, I realised just how much our relationship was strengthening and his confidence was growing…
“We booked Zaira for her 4 week course to help with our dog’s separation anxiety. Zaira went way beyond our expectations. Throughout the course she remained calm, professional and extremely supportive and flexible when training was difficult. We have learnt an enormous amount about our dog and his personality as well as dog behaviour in general. We are definitely armed with relevant knowledge to continue building on this training. We would not hesitate to recommend Zaira to anyone looking for help with their dog’s separation anxiety.”
My journey as a trainer
As my relationship with Shadow went from strength to strength, I discovered that I was learning just as much from him as he was from me. Our connection was based on respect, acceptance, and listening to each other, rather than one focused on negatives. I discovered along the way just how capable he was when I took the time to listen to him and to effectively communicate with him.
I became fascinated. I wanted to learn more, do more, teach more… and thus began my journey as a trainer.
I became a certified separation anxiety specialist and positive dog trainer to help others build trusting, compassionate relationships with their dogs, while also helping their dogs feel happier, calmer, and more at ease in the world.
My Qualifications
At present, I am a Certified Separation Anxiety Pro Behaviour Consultant (CSAP-BC) with Julie Naismith, a Certified Dog Trainer (VSA-CDT) through the Victoria Stilwell Academy, and I also hold a certificate in Advanced Animal Training (Karolina Westlund).
I’d love to hear about your experience working with me and your dog! Your feedback helps me continue improving my services and supporting more dogs and their humans. If you have a moment, please leave a review.
Thank you so much!
Am I right for you and your dog?
If the following statements align with what you'd like to achieve while working towards your training goals, then I'm likely the right fit for you:
To connect with your dog on a deeper level and develop a relationship based on respect and collaboration.
To use only positive, force-free methods for training, including addressing separation anxiety in dogs.
To learn about your dog’s body language and how to communicate effectively with them.
To recognise and understand your dog’s emotional states and needs, particularly in relation to anxiety and stress.
To work with a trainer who understands how it feels to deal with separation anxiety and the challenges that come with it.
Ready to get started on your journey with separation anxiety training or positive dog training? Get in touch today!
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“I couldn’t be more satisfied and happy with Zaira! Professional and caring, she helped me a lot to understand my puppy’s needs and she trained her (and me) with so much love and patience! My little Aimi and I simply love her! Can’t thank her enough. I absolutely recommend her!”