Claire with Scout I’m a compassionate pet behaviour consultant, specialising in dogs and cats with over 30 years of combined experience in veterinary nursing, animal welfare, and animal behaviour. For more than 17 years, I’ve supported families starting in London and then across Brighton and the surrounding areas through my independent practice, helping dogs, cats, and their caregivers enjoy calmer, more connected lives. My background in veterinary nursing, welfare, behaviour, ethics and law...

COCKER SPANIEL IN A DOG BED I often get asked, ‘when do I tell them off’ this may be a dog who is barking at another dog or person or a cat who is scratching furniture. When I reply, ‘you don’t’! I feel it is not always the response that is expected, so here is an explanation behind this. We love our pets, we share our space, sofas, sometimes our food and even our bed and pillows with them. But when your dog steals your food or your cat decides your new curtains make an excellent climbing...

Large breed dog on a lead and harness being walked in the dark Winter in the UK brings shorter days, darker mornings, early sunsets, fog, drizzle and long stretches of overcast weather, it is not the best, is it?! For dog guardians, that means a significant portion of daily walks happens in low-light conditions. Ensuring your dog is clearly visible is not simply a matter of good practice—it is a vital safety measure supported by behavioural science, welfare considerations and data on roadside...