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Caroline
I have more than 15 years experience solving all kinds of canine behaviour problems, at home and in rescue. A bad experience with a old fashioned dog trainer inspired me to learn more about dog behaviour, and it is because of him, that I wall never use harsh methods when training and rehabilitating dogs.
I work privately with clients in Dundee and the surrounding area with dogs of all ages, breeds and issues including anxiety, aggression and hyperactivity.
In 2009 I was proud to publish a book about dog behaviour and training. How to be the Perfect Pack Leader (by Caroline Jenkins) remains popular today and a follow up is expected very shortly.
Reactive dog behaviour starts somewhere. Why we are ALL responsible in some way!
Reactive dog behaviour starts somewhere. There isn’t a single reactive dog that just became reactive out of no-where. Whether their reaction is justified or not is a different story. But in all cases, the problem started with a request to…
Why your dog hates the postman
So, your dog barks like mad at the postman, the window cleaner and even the bin men! But why does he hate them so much – he’s never even met them?
Avoidance isn’t cheating when it comes to anxious dog behaviour!
It’s a common idea that dogs should be able to cope with pretty much anything. That training and behaviour work should be enough to achieve our goals. And in theory, that could be true, but why waste so much time…
How to use a dog camera to solve separation anxiety
If you’ve been struggling with your dogs separation anxiety you’ve likely considered getting a camera. Here’s why I recommend them, and how to use a dog camera to solve separation anxiety.
Why your dog probably won’t grow out of their unwanted behaviours!
In this latest blog, I talk about the main life stages of your dog and what you can expect from their behaviour at each stage. And crucially, I’ll be talking about why your dog probably won’t grow out of their…
Dog mouthing and biting: One problem – three solutions
If you check the internet for advice about any dog behaviour problem you’ll find a selection of conflicting dog behaviour advice. It can’t all be right, can it? With dog mouthing and biting you’ll find the most common pieces of…
Why dogs pull on the lead, and how to stop it!
There are various reasons a dog might pull on the lead, mostly it boils down to being rewarding, and it works. Here are three reasons why dogs pull on the lead, and what you can do about it!
Product Review: Escape Proof Harnesses for dogs
Barely a day goes by when I don’t hear about a dog that has panicked on their walk and got free. Many dogs are able to wriggle free from standard harnesses and collars. If this is the case for your…
Toilet training tips for dogs and puppies
Housetraining a puppy is tricky business, it can be hard work and often takes longer than expected. Here are my top toilet training tips, for dogs and puppies, to get you off to the best start, or back on track!
How to prepare your dog for a new baby; crucial things to consider!
Bringing home a new baby often means stressful changes to a dogs routine. Whilst we can never fully prepare them for what’s coming, we can minimise the stress. Here are my top ways you can prepare your dog for a…
Why a doggy door could be making your dogs behaviour worse!
Many people get a doggy door installed to make their lives and training easier. But, all too often, they end up making things worse. Especially when it comes to house training, territorial, and hyperactive behaviour. Here’s why that happens, and…
Do dogs have spoons, and what happens if they run out?
In mental health, spoon theory can be used to define the amount of mental energy we have to spend on daily tasks. But, can the same theory be applied to dogs? Here’s what I think…