In Person Support Available in Yarnton, Cassington, Kidlington, Headington, Cowley, Eynsham, Botley, Marston & Central Oxford.

In Person Support Available in Yarnton, Cassington, Kidlington, Headington, Cowley, Eynsham, Botley, Marston & Central Oxford. 

Pet Behaviourist in Oxford, Oxfordshire

Kind, expert support for dogs and cats using reward-based techniques

Understanding Your Pet’s Behaviour

At Talking Pet Behaviour, I help you make sense of your pet’s behaviour and give you the tools to make things better—using only kind, reward-based methods backed by behavioural science. I support busy households across Oxford and Oxfordshire with practical, evidence-led behaviour help for both dogs and cats.

Whether you’re juggling work, family, or both, my approach fits around your life—so you can move forward with less stress and more confidence.

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Specialist in Dog Separation Anxiety

Does your dog panic when left alone? Separation anxiety can affect your daily routine, your freedom, and your peace of mind. I specialise in working with dogs who struggle to cope when you leave—offering personalised support to help them feel calm and safe, and help you feel more in control.

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Other Behaviour Concerns I Can Help With

From barking, destruction and toileting indoors to stress in cats or tension between pets—behaviour issues can be exhausting to live with. I’ll work with you to understand what’s going on and help you make clear, steady progress toward lasting change.

My process

I will show you how easy it is to achieve those visions and work with me in three simple steps:

1. FREE get to know me 30 minute session

Finding someone you trust is important. Get to know me over phone or video call.

2. Choose your package

Bespoke packages are also available to suit you and your pet’s needs - contact me here.

3. Let the journey begin!

Following our call, you can easily sign up and pay for our work together to get us started.

“Clare was great to work with - she gave us a list of manageable and easily understandable tips and behaviour changes, and the difference we’ve seen in our dog since we’ve implemented them is incredible. He’s so much happier and more confident and so are we!”
— Robin M.

Don’t just take my word for it…

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my approach

As a qualified pet behaviourist and Registered Veterinary Nurse, I take a science-based, welfare-focused approach to behaviour. That means no force, no fear—just clear guidance, kind techniques, and support that’s grounded in behavioural understanding.

My goal is to help you feel calm, equipped, and reassured that change is possible.

Let’s Get Started

If you’re based in Oxford or anywhere in Oxfordshire and you’re looking for expert behaviour support for your dog or cat, I’d love to help.