When life with your dog feels harder than it should
Maybe you're dealing with...
- A rescue dog who's taking longer to settle than you expected
- Changes in your dog's behaviour after a house move, new baby, or job change
- Your own anxiety about whether you're making the right choices
- Feeling isolated when everyone else's advice doesn't quite fit your situation
- That nagging worry that you're somehow letting your dog down
- The gap between the relationship you imagined and what you're actually living
You love your dog deeply. But right now, it feels like hard work instead of the joy you were expecting.
I get it. I've been there too.
What changes when you have the right support
Instead of googling solutions at midnight, you have someone who understands your specific situation.
Instead of second guessing every decision, you feel confident in your choices. Instead of stress defining your relationship, you rediscover the joy of simply being together.
We're not here to change who your dog is. We're here to help you both understand each other better.
How Call the Dog Nonna works
Session 1: Getting to the heart of things
- We'll talk through what's really going on (not just the obvious stuff)
- I'll get to know your dog's story and your story
- Together we'll identify what you actually want your days to look like
- You'll leave with immediate practical steps you can try
Session 2: Building on what's working
- We'll look at what's shifted since our first chat
- I'll share approaches that fit your real life (not perfect world scenarios)
- We'll troubleshoot anything that's not quite clicking
- You'll gain confidence in reading what your dog needs
Session 3: Deepening the understanding
- Celebrating progress (even the small wins matter)
- Adjusting our approach based on what you're both showing me
- Looking at the bigger picture of your relationship
- Building your confidence in trusting your instincts
Session 4: Creating your support village
- Connecting you with trusted professionals I recommend
- Planning for future challenges before they become overwhelming
- Making sure you never feel alone in this again
- Celebrating how far you've both come
Between sessions, I'm here
- Quick WhatsApp check-ins when you need a second opinion
- Email support when you want to share a win or worry
- Resource recommendations that actually fit your situation
- Flexible rescheduling because life happens
Why families choose me for their most challenging moments
After years of supporting families through every imaginable dog related challenge, I've learned that lasting change happens when we support the human as much as the dog.
My background combines parenting, mental health training, coaching qualifications, mentorship and dog training with leading canine behaviourists and education providers. But most importantly - I've walked this path myself. I know what it feels like when the relationship isn't what you hoped for and I understand the journey back to joy.
I don't just focus on your dog's behaviour. I support your wellbeing, build your confidence and help you create the life together that you both deserve.
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The cost of waiting
- Stress patterns become everyone's normal
- Your confidence keeps shrinking
- Small worries grow into bigger challenges
- The gap between where you are and where you want to be gets wider
- It’s harder to train for change, when a dog has grown use to what works for them and keeps practicing it everyday
Wondering if this is right for you?
This IS for you if:
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You've tried other approaches without lasting success
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You want support for yourself as well as guidance about your dog
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You're dealing with ongoing challenges that feel complex
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You value personal conversation over generic or AI advice
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You're ready to do the work to create change
This is NOT for you if:
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You're looking for a magic overnight solution
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You only want basic obedience training
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You prefer group classes to individual attention
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You're not open to looking at your own part in the relationship
Common questions answered
Will this work for my specific situation?
Everything is tailored to your dog, your life and your particular challenges. If I genuinely can't help you, I'll connect you with someone who can.
I can't commit to four weeks right now.
We work around your schedule. Sessions can be spaced to suit your life, not the other way around.
What if my dog doesn't respond?
My approach adapts to your dog's personality and needs. If something isn't working, we try something different or we review and reset. There's always another way.