Think of me as your dog’s personal trainer, but with less workout clothes and more mud and wellies.
I’m all about empowering you to understand and manage your dog’s instincts rather than suppress them. (Spoiler alert: You can’t just "train it away" — and frankly, you shouldn’t try to.) I dig into the WHYs, the HOWs, and the “what now?” so that we can give your dog a fulfilling life without chasing squirrels into oblivion.
I love problem-solving, digging into complex dog behaviours, and using all that brain power (plus years of experience!) to come up with creative, tailored solutions. And did I mention I have a soft spot for nerdy things like system analysis and data? I worked in that industry for two decades. Those skills let me help you break down training into bite-sized, doable steps that actually work.
If you’re looking for a straightforward, research-backed approach to managing your dog’s prey drive and understanding what makes them tick, then you’re in the right place. Let's get life moving in the right direction — together.
Calgacus was a bullmastiff and he helped me by showing me that the old myth about dogs becoming uncontrollable if they catch prey is simply not true. In his youth he would catch, kill and eat rabbits and birds whenever he could. He would chase deer for miles. I taught him to recall from chasing and to be able to stand and watch prey with me without too much trouble.
Then, feeling like a prey drive expert, I took on a collie cross puppy from a rescue centre. I used all the skills I learned with Calgacus to train that puppy. He was called Cuillin and I anticipated easy walks with my perfectly trained collie cross. Only that’s not what happened. When Cuillin reached about a year old, he started running off – sometimes for hours at a time. If Cuillin even got the slightest whiff of deer scent, he’d be gone. I despaired of ever training him. I won’t lie – it took time but eventually I learned what I needed to know to train Cuillin. He enjoyed years of off lead walks in forests without getting lost.
You can see that I’ve had my issues with prey drive but now I love dogs with a high prey drive. That’s why I now share my life with two working cockers
I’d love to help you with your high prey drive dog. If you’d like to see how I can help you, I have a quick little quiz that you can use to see the best way for us to work together
I take a problem-solving approach and look at your dog as an individual. I don't just follow trends or give you a “one-size-fits-all” solution. My expertise isn’t just in dog training — it's in understanding behaviour, applying research, and using your input to create a customised route to success with your dog. I will help you and your dog thrive in a way that works for both of you.
Plus I’ve spent years studying prey, working with dogs who have varying levels of prey drive, and researching the science behind it. If you’re struggling to get a handle on it, you're not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. You do need someone who understands the complexity, and that’s where I come in.
To get full access to my help and enable me to create that detailed route with you, I encourage you to join my High Prey Drive Club as a VIP member.
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QUALIFICATIONS
I am experienced at training high prey drive dogs and teaching people how to train their own high prey drive dogs.
I have a bachelor’s degree in Canine Behaviour and Training and a master’s degree with distinction in Applied Animal Behaviour and Training. I have a master of arts degree in Philosophy as well - so am also qualified to talk about ethics.
I am a researcher in the field with my research into prey drive and my paper about the state of prey drive research published by the journal Applied Animal Behaviour Science (yep, I like to nerd out on all the scientific stuff).
I peer review for the journal Applied Animal Behaviour Science to help bring new research in the field to publication.
If you’ve got a dog with high prey drive, I’m your go-to expert. We’ll take a scientific, creative, and very practical approach to finding solutions for the behaviour that’s driving you nuts. No quick fixes—just real progress, with the support you need every step of the way. Let’s dig in and figure out what works for you and your dog — together.