Dog Behaviour Assessment in Centurion

Understand Your Dog’s Behaviour

Are you struggling with your dog’s behaviour and unsure how to address it? A Behaviour Assessment is the first step towards understanding your dog’s behaviour and determining the most appropriate way forward.

With over 17 years of experience in dog training and behaviour, I offer professional, individual Behaviour Assessments in Centurion, conducted in person at the home where your dog lives.

Every dog and household is different. The purpose of the assessment is to help me understand the concerns, gather relevant information and determine whether I can assist you and your dog.

When Should You Consider a Behaviour Assessment?

You may benefit from a Behaviour Assessment if you are struggling with your dog’s behaviour or finding everyday life with your dog difficult to manage.

This service is suitable for owners who need professional guidance to better understand their dog’s behaviour and determine the next steps.

What Is a Behaviour Assessment?

A Behaviour Assessment is an information-gathering consultation. It gives me the opportunity to learn more about your concerns, consider the relevant circumstances and assess whether further training or another form of professional support may be appropriate.

The assessment takes place at your home, where your dog lives, so I can consider the dog within its familiar environment.

The appointment typically takes between 45 minutes and just over an hour, depending on the circumstances and the dog.

Is the Behaviour Assessment a Training Session?

No. The Behaviour Assessment is not a practical training session.

It is an initial consultation to gather information and determine the most appropriate way forward. It does not include practical training exercises, a personalised behaviour-modification programme or a written assessment report or training plan.

What Happens After the Assessment?

After the assessment, I will consider the information gathered and determine whether I can assist with your dog’s needs.

If I accept the case for further training, I will provide feedback on the recommended areas of focus and advise you on the training sessions I recommend. The number of sessions needed will depend on the dog’s behaviour, circumstances and progress.

A six-session training package may be a suitable starting point for some behaviour concerns, but this is not a fixed requirement. Recommendations are made according to the individual case.

If I believe your dog’s needs fall outside my professional scope, or that veterinary care or another suitably qualified professional would be more appropriate, I will explain this and, where appropriate, recommend the next steps.

Further training is not automatically included in the assessment fee.

Behaviour Assessment Fee

R950 per household per appointment

The fee covers one Behaviour Assessment at the home where the dog lives, within my Centurion service area. Travel within this service area is included.

The assessment fee is charged per household per appointment, not per dog. The concerns and circumstances will determine which dogs are relevant to the assessment and what can reasonably be covered during the appointment.

How to Book

Before proceeding with a booking, I will first have a brief discussion with you to understand your concerns and determine whether the case may be suitable for my services.

You will also need to provide relevant information about your dog, the people involved in the dog’s care and any circumstances that may affect the safety or suitability of an in-home appointment.

Once the initial screening has been completed and the case is considered suitable to proceed, you can follow the booking and payment instructions.

Please note that payment or a booking request does not guarantee that an assessment will proceed if information or circumstances raise concerns about safety, animal welfare or professional suitability.

Service Area

Behaviour Assessments are conducted in person at the dog’s home within my Centurion service area. I do not offer Behaviour Assessments outside this area.

Take the First Step

You do not have to figure out your dog’s behaviour alone. A Behaviour Assessment is the starting point for understanding the situation and deciding on the most appropriate next steps for you and your dog.

Book your Behaviour Assessment to get started.