CBT Dog Behaviour & Training

Jim provided some great insight into the behaviour of our dogs and gave us some really good tips. Both our rescues, Jimmi and Charlie, loved him. We would highly recommend Jim's services Arthur & Ann

Jim has done a couple of sessions with our 2 year old basenji who was pulling on the lead relentlessly and had started to be reactive towards other dogs on the lead. Jim has helped us understand his behaviour and given us loads of tips on how we can improve his on lead behaviour. It's still a work in progress but he's improved a lot and walks feel much less stressful now using the strategies Jim. Thanks again Jim!

We got in touch with Jim for some help with our border collie Moxie. She was showing signs of being increasingly reactive and a stressful trip with her had us worried that we’d never be able to take her on holiday with us again. Contacting Jim was the best thing we could have done for both Moxie and us! His holistic approach is fantastic and we felt so reassured and supported while working with him. We’re just back from another trip with Moxie and this time she was so much more calm and happy and so were we! Jim gave us confidence on how to respond to her behaviour and any potential problems. We are so grateful for all the help and support we received!

We have been working with Jim in our daycare centre for the past year and have nothing but good words to report. Jim is an exceptional behaviourist and provides effective and humane training solutions to help dogs and their owners overcome various behavioural issues. Working with Jim I have observed his methods and extensive understanding of canine behaviour and psychology, which he uses to create tailored training plans for each individual dog. What sets CBT Dog Training apart is its use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) principles to address and modify negative behaviours. The training methods are based on positive reinforcement and reward-based techniques, which are both effective and kind to the dog. The training plans are tailored to meet the specific needs of each dog, and Jim Gillies works closely with the owners to ensure they understand the training process and can continue the training at home. Jim's training approach is not only effective in addressing the behavioural issues, but also in creating a strong bond between the dog and its owner. Jim also offers online consultations, making it possible to access his expertise from anywhere in the world. We have been lucky enough to take part in online consultations which are just as effective as in-person training, and Jim uses video conferencing to provide a personalized training plan for each dog. Overall, I would highly recommend CBT Dog Training to anyone looking for professional and effective dog training services. Jim's expertise in canine behaviour and his kind and positive approach to training make him a great choice for anyone looking to help their dog overcome behavioural issues and improve their relationship with their furry friend. Thank you for your help. I look forward to working together in the future.

We originally contacted Jim for some help in treating separation issues with our 2 year old whippet. From the moment we met Jim it was clear that we had made an excellent choice; he made such a close bond with our dog, helping us to better understand his needs and behavioural cues. With a robust training plan we have seen results from the very first session - we are finally seeing our whippet enjoy his independence, safe in the knowledge that his needs have been met and that he is calm when left alone. We can’t recommend Jim enough. It has allowed us to regain some of our freedoms, plus build our relationship with our dog through a better mutual understanding of needs.