Mindful Pets

I moved to edinburgh 8 months ago. after about two months my dog started to be reactive and insecure toward other dogs. i was struggling because i didn't understand why she behaved like this. also, i didn't want to use cruel tools like slip lead (or figure 8 dog lead) or have her spayed as had been suggested to me by other professionals. i looked for help and met dr. corona, a professional with a lot of knowledge of canine psychology. i cannot thank her enough for improving both my dog's behavior and our relationship in just two months. she helped me to identify the root cause of my dog's behavior. also, it was very helpful to receive the written reports of the training sessions supported by scientific references.

Arriana is lovely and so helpful, i was at breaking point with my puppy and wondering if id made the right decision to get him. i contacted mindful pets and she’s helped turned everything around for us. arriana took the time to look at every aspect of our situation and was always on hand for advice. i’m so grateful and i’m finally at the point where i’m actually enjoying being a dog owner and he’s a much happier little puppy!

We first contacted arianna because we thought that our dog, mortimer, was reactive to people and other dogs. he used to bark angrily to everyone and we were starting to feel like we couldn’t control nor teach our pup to behave better. any other trainer would have probably just treated mortimer like an aggressive/reactive dog, but arianna spent lot of time and energy trying to understand the deeper meaning and causes of mortimer’s behaviour. she taught us how to truly improve our relationship with mortimer by learning how to understand him better. just after three lessons we saw not only mortimer’s improvements but also ours, we were all becoming more confident and happy together! i would definitely recommend her to anyone in need of advice because she really care about each dog like her own. thanks arianna for all your help!

I have a ten year old mixed-breed doggo. we lived together in athens, greece for the better part of her life. when i decided to bring her to edinburgh, i was afraid she wouldn’t adapt well given that she was not trained beyond the basic commands of ‘sit, stay, paw’. i thought she had separation anxiety and issues with other female dogs. my biggest fear was that i wouldn’t be able to let her off the lead due to her history of running after stray cats, even into busy roads. until my partner and i found ariana. after a lot of research, we decided that ariana would be up for the task. and boy she was! not only did she manage to tame this predatory beast, she also taught us the most important things, which are how to understand and communicate with our dog, how to meet her needs, and how to provide her with a safe and calm environment. now, the walks which had been so stressful in the past have become the most blissful and enjoyable thing to do with her. we can now happily let her off lead and let her explore her surroundings, knowing that she’ll come back. in addition, leaving her alone at home is no longer another stress – thanks to ariana’s help, we saw a huge improvement in this in literally 24 hours. to our surprise, ariana helped us to realise that our dog wasn’t actually the one with the separation anxiety… ariana is an excellent trainer who knows and understands animal behaviour and psychology. she truly loves and cares for your animal and wants the best for them. the only thing you have to do is listen to her, and follow her advice! we’re so grateful for all her help and support.

I want to share my remarkable journey with a truly exceptional dog trainer, arianna, who has not only changed my dog's life but also mine. if you're facing the challenges of a dog with anxiety, especially separation anxiety, i wholeheartedly recommend arianna as your guiding light. i reached out to arianna when i found myself in a situation where my beloved 2-year-old mini dachshund, obi, was grappling with severe anxiety after our move from cyprus to edinburgh. her anxiety was palpable, making it almost impossible for me to leave the house without triggering a storm of barks and distress. desperate to help her and regain some semblance of normalcy in both our lives, i contacted arianna. from my very first interaction with arianna, i knew i was in capable hands. i explained obi's situation, her anxiety triggers, and my longing to help her become a more confident, independent dog. arianna responded with insights that immediately resonated with me. she comprehensively analyzed obi's circumstances and offered a tailored plan that addressed the core issues driving her anxiety. arianna's approach was nothing short of transformative. she recognized obi's intelligence and vivacity, acknowledging the bond between us. she identified that obi's anxiety stemmed from a lack of proper socialization, early spaying, and limited exposure to varied experiences. arianna astutely pinpointed the root causes of obi's anxieties, allowing her to create a customized roadmap for obi's recovery. the training sessions were a revelation. arianna employed non-verbal cues to communicate with obi, helping her feel secure and gradually building her trust. through a series of carefully designed steps, arianna guided obi towards overcoming her fears. the journey was not just about being able to stay alone but also about instilling a sense of self-assurance in obi. after 4 months, the results have been astonishing. obi, who once couldn't bear to be alone for more than a few minutes, now confidently stays alone for extended periods. her incessant barking has significantly decreased, and she's becoming more relaxed and open to the world around her. the progress is a testament to arianna's expertise and her profound understanding of canine psychology. i can't emphasize enough how grateful i am for arianna's guidance. she has given me my life back and allowed obi to flourish into the happy, confident dog she was always meant to be. if you're facing similar challenges with your furry friend, don't hesitate to reach out to arianna. her approach is meticulous, compassionate, and effective. thank you, arianna, for being a true dog whisperer and for transforming our lives in ways we couldn't have imagined. obi and i are forever indebted to you.