South Shields, South Tyneside, Newcastle, County Durham & online

Dog Behaviour Support for Reactive, Anxious and Overexcited Dogs

You love your dog, but life together isn't always easy.

Walks may have become stressful, your dog might struggle around other dogs or people, or perhaps they seem unable to settle even after a busy day.


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Behaviour • Communication • Wellbeing

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“Louie is happy, confident and back to his normal self. I couldn’t recommend these ladies more.”— Louie’s guardian
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You’ve started managing more and enjoying less.

 

Maybe you’re constantly scanning ahead on walks, crossing roads to avoid other dogs or worrying about what might happen if someone gets too close.

Perhaps your dog barks, lunges or growls when something worries them. They might freeze around unfamiliar people, struggle with traffic or seem frightened of situations you wish they could enjoy.

Or maybe they’re incredibly friendly and full of energy, but the pulling, jumping and constant excitement have made everyday life exhausting.

You’ve tried the advice, watched the videos and changed your routines. Some things might have helped for a while, but you’re still left wondering why your dog is struggling.

And somewhere along the way, the life you imagined sharing with them has started to feel very different.

You don’t need another list of things you’re doing wrong. You need someone who can help you make sense of what’s happening.

Trauma-informed · Nervous-system-first · Whole-dog support

South Shields, South Tyneside, Newcastle, County Durham & online

Does this sound familiar?

You’re constantly scanning for other dogs on walks.
Your dog struggles when visitors come into the house.
They bark, lunge, pull or become overwhelmed outside.
You’ve tried treats, distraction or training and still feel stuck.
Your dog seems constantly alert and finds it difficult to switch off.
You’re starting to organise your life around avoiding situations.

Ways to work together

Paddy, a cream Labrador in a red harness, sniffing the grass on a walk with his guardian

Understanding Your Dog

Stop guessing what your dog needs.

A 90-minute session to understand what’s behind your dog’s difficulties, what might be making things harder and what needs to change. Leave with clarity and a practical way forward.

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A black dog in a red jumper and harness walking along a muddy woodland path

RESET

Understand what’s making life difficult for your dog — and start changing it.

Five sessions to identify what’s contributing to your dog’s struggles and put practical changes in place at home and out on walks. You’ll learn how to recognise when your dog needs support, help them cope with difficult situations and see what real progress looks like.

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REGAIN Signature Programme

Work towards changing the reaction, not just managing the next one.

Ten sessions of individual support, working on what’s driving your dog’s reactions and helping them develop different emotional responses. We’ll put that understanding into practice, build your skills and adapt the work as your dog progresses.

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Training Walks

Help your dog experience walks differently.

Five weeks of consistent, hands-on support, with 15 walks and two sessions together. I’ll work directly with your dog while helping you build the skills to continue that progress on your own walks.

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Not sure where to begin?

You don’t need to choose your own programme. During your free Discovery Call, I’ll recommend the most appropriate support for you and your dog.

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Whole-dog guidance

Behaviour is communication.

Two dogs can behave in exactly the same way for completely different reasons.

One might be frightened, another frustrated. Some dogs are struggling with excitement, physical discomfort or experiences that have left them feeling unsafe.

The behaviour we see is only part of the picture.

“Obedient is not always the same as safe.”

Change more than what you can see

I take time to understand your dog’s communication, physical wellbeing, nervous system, past experiences, environment, routines, natural needs and relationships.

We look at what may be affecting how they feel and respond, then make changes that suit the dog in front of us.

Your experiences matter here too. I want you to understand what we’re working towards, why it matters and how you can support your dog in everyday situations.

Because the relationship you share is just as important as the changes you’re hoping to see.

This is the heart of the REGAIN Method™.

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Whole Dog Understanding

Health, history, environment, natural needs, communication and relationships can all affect how well your dog copes with everyday life.

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Nervous System Regulation

Understanding when your dog is becoming overwhelmed, shutting down or struggling to recover helps us support them before everything spills over.

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Changing Emotional Responses

Choice, predictability, pacing and co-regulation create the safety needed for new responses.

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Individualised Integration

Support is shaped around the individual dog, their guardian and the life they share.

What we’re working towards

Imagine enjoying the little things together again.

A walk where you’re not bracing yourself for every dog that appears.

Watching your dog take their time sniffing and exploring, rather than rushing from one thing to the next.

Seeing them rest more easily at home in the evenings.

Noticing that something which once worried them doesn’t take quite as long to recover from.

Recognising their early signs of discomfort and knowing when to offer support or create space.

Every dog’s progress looks different, and there may be difficult days along the way. What matters is giving your dog more opportunities to cope, recover and enjoy life, and helping you feel more at ease alongside them.

What this can look like in real life

 

Watching another dog without lunging.

Bosco

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Checking in instead of constantly scanning the environment.

Zena

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Real stories

Real experiences. Meaningful progress.

Every dog who comes to Asphodel has their own history, personality and challenges. Their stories show what individual support looks like in practice, and the changes their guardians have noticed.

“We’ve seen noticeable improvements in our dog’s focus, confidence and ability to stay regulated around other dogs.”
— Bosco’s guardian
“We got our first family holiday with the dogs. We honestly never thought this would be possible.”
— Ronnie and Vinnie’s guardian

About Jess

Hi, I’m Jess, a trauma-informed dog reactivity specialist in South Shields & South Tyneside

And I care about the dog behind the behaviour and the person beside them.

I’m the founder of Asphodel Canine Guidance and creator of The REGAIN Method™.

My journey began in professional dog walking, where working closely with dogs of different personalities, needs and experiences led me to explore canine behaviour and wellbeing in greater depth.

I hold an Ofqual-regulated Level 3 Award in Canine Care, Behaviour and Welfare, alongside professional qualifications and education in progressive dog rehabilitation, reactivity, fear and body language.

Today, I bring that knowledge and hands-on experience together through a trauma-informed, relationship-led approach.

I care deeply about helping dogs feel more comfortable in the world, but I also know how much their struggles can affect the people who love them.

I want you to feel listened to, involved and supported throughout our work together.

10+ years practical experience · 7+ years behaviour support

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Let’s talk about what’s happening

Ready to make life with your dog feel more manageable?

1

Book your free call.

Tell me about your dog and what you need help with.

2

Choose your support.

We’ll find the right option for you both, with no pressure to book.

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Get started.

Sessions across South Tyneside or online. Newcastle and County Durham by arrangement.

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Free 30-minute Google Meet video call. An introduction, not a full assessment.

Have a question? Send me an enquiry.

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