Dog Behavioural Issues
Dogs with behaviour issues or problems often require more than simple obedience training lessons can provide. We more often than not work with owners of dogs that are at their breaking point and frustrated at not being able to resolve the issues with their dogs such as aggression, human aggression, fear and anxiety issues and hyperactivity. Sometimes they have been the recipient of poor advice and guidance from people who were not equipped with the skills or experience to effectively help the dog or the owner.
Cathy Grant has a lifetime of experience and a dedicated interest in dog rehabilitation and dog behaviour. She is an accredited National Dog Training Federation member and regularly updates her skills and knowledge from new sources. Cathy will diagnose your dog during an in-person consultation and recommend the best action to take. This will include both a long term plan and immediate changes in the way you interact with your dog. Cathy has worked with thousands of people, with the majority getting fantastic results. Cathy invests 100% towards dog rehabilitation cases and can offer ongoing help, classes, live-in board & training, holistic services and support for you and your dog.
AGGRESSION & REACTIVITY
This program is for dogs that display embarrassing outbursts of barking, jumping or lunging, and are difficult to manage, whether due to over-excitability, leash frustration, fear, or aggression. Our unique program is the most effective way to address your dog’s problematic and reactive behaviors and help the dog feel calm and comfortable around other dogs/people. We offer both live-in and individual therapy based on a case by case basis.
JUMPING & MOUTHING
Dogs that constantly jump up on people and use their mouths (and teeth!) to interact with us are annoying and can cause injury. Your dog gets excited and overstimulated the more this occurs, just like when puppies play together. Dog mouthing and jumping are very common problems that vary from the simple to more serious situations. In most circumstances, your dog can be trained not to do these behaviors quickly.
ANXIETY & FEAR
Dealing with fearful dogs is an ongoing process that may take a long time, often a dog’s whole lifetime. It is important to recognize symptoms as soon as possible and to start with rehabilitation. Once the fear is established, it becomes a closed circle pattern that constantly keeps the dog under stress. This can lead to anxiety, aggression, and many other dog behavior problems. We are specialists in fear and anxiety rehabilitation.
WALKING ISSUES
Leash training is essential for both dogs and their owners. Not only is it a part of good dog etiquette, but a leash-trained dog will be safer and more comfortable out for walks. Not all dogs adjust easily to leashes, however, and when a dog refuses to walk or pulls on the leash, there are several tricks that can help correct that behavior. We can leash train your dog during a board and train package or at a group or private class.
LIVE-IN DOG REHABILITATION
Sometimes your dog’s behaviour problems are best modified whilst they board at our kennels. We only have a small number of kennels so we can dedicate as much time as possible to your dog’s rehabilitation. Without the distractions of home, your dog can progress far faster. We establish strong, balanced relationships with every dog that visits us for live-in training or rehabilitation services. This way prevents your dog from practising the undesired behaviours we want to eliminate and lets us observe your dog’s behaviour closely in a loving, controlled environment.
Each dog is an individual and unique in their behaviours, and we will deploy the best strategy based on a detailed talk with you, an in-person assessment, and a reassessment after a few days at our rehabilitation centre at Tarampa. We will work with ANY dog, regardless of its shape, size, history, behaviour issues or temperament. We have great success rates and most dogs improve to a level their owners are amazed at.
We believe that every dog deserves to be part of a happy and functioning family.
Our main goal is to help repair and reunite families undergoing issues with their dogs.
We believe every dog can be a success story
Given the right tools and treated with the right attitude.
Look over our feedback on Facebook and our blog to see many stories of successful dog rehabilitation and dog training stories.
Noise & High Distraction Issues
This beautiful boy Gibson gets to go home tomorrow after some intensive training. He is completing some final training with duration under high distractions and noises. This boy has overcome some huge milestones within himself to become a calm character that doesn't need to be involved with everything. Happy to chill out now.
Posted by Above and Beyond Dog Training and Rehabilitation on Thursday, 14 September 2017
PTSD Assistance Dog Training
Here is a video of Daph with Mister. Daph suffers from PTSD and Mister will be her assistant dog. Over the last few weeks i have watched Daph develop within herself to have more confidence in her skills and ability to handle Mister. Confidence to step up and tackle what i set out for her. Gone is the colour coding to help Daph understand what i am asking. I have watched the change in Daph's communication with Mister now understanding what is being asked. The holes in their relationship are beginning to fill. Mister is now relating more and more to Daph but most of all i have learnt so much from Daph in being able to relate to her, understand what she can and can't comprehend from me, understand when she is not feeling right! Thank you Daph you are an absolute beautiful person. ❤
Posted by Above and Beyond Dog Training and Rehabilitation on Wednesday, 22 November 2017
Severe Reactivity Issues
Here is an update on little Memphis. Memphis came in house with us just on a week ago with lots of naughty behaviours including severe dog reactivity. This reactivity is fear. We have been working on building confidence and teaching him manners and that it's ok to sit and chill. This afternoon's training session was the first time with a dog so close to him with him able to move off the mat if he chose to. He made a great choice in holding position. He is still a jellybean and constantly moving but one week in i think he is doing fantastic. 😊
Posted by Above and Beyond Dog Training and Rehabilitation on Monday, 13 August 2018
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'Above & Beyond' the name really speaks for itself. You are miracle workers. You never give up. Thankyou so much?. Franklin looks so happy and he wouldn't be without your compassion, training and genuine love for what you do. Can't thank you enough.
Michelle Trgovac
June 12, 2017Thank you so much Cathy for taking the time to see our fur babies Bear & Dusty today. Cathy listened to our concerns and set about a plan of attack immediately. We have some homework to do but left the consult feeling very confident. Thanks again, Steve & Tanya Cohen
Tanya Cohen
February 29, 2016Cathy was so easy to talk to and putting it simply she knows what she is talking about. She is passionate about dogs and truly wants to help both the owner & the animal have a better relationship. This will be a new chapter for all of us and as the old saying goes "you can teach an old dog new tricks"
Marie Maguire
December 14, 2015 - Firstly, I would like to say Cathy & Andrea saved Axel! We were at our wits end and this was the last effort to keep our boy. White knuckle love and no boundaries had led to a very fearful and anxious dog. It’s not easy to be told you have caused your dog so much stress by loving him too much!
The weeks prior to Axel going to Cathy’s, I was a prisoner in my own home. I would not leave the house or would have a family member dog sit, as Axel’s separation anxiety had got so severe. He was escaping and injuring himself, or damaging the inside of our home.
5 weeks with Cathy and now 2 weeks home for Axel and all I can say is, wow! We have seen nothing but improvements each and every day. Axel now knows how to cope on his own, he is crate trained, knows how to use his senses which he did not previously, has boundaries in place and most importantly he is HAPPY!
I have now gone back to a normal functioning life and am not in fear of leaving my own home. We now return home to a relaxed, sleeping dog who does not act as though we have been gone for 55 years!
Cathy & Andrea spent endless hours transforming Axel. It is 110% clear that these wonderful ladies do this for the pure love of dogs and to educate owners too!
We cannot thank you enough for everything you have done for us, the reality is, our family could have been 1 doggy member short if it wasn’t for you both.
Forever grateful - Christie, Jesse & Axel ? Christie Oberhauser
November 29, 2018Very dedicated and helpful in creating calm dogs. Knowledge in reducing bad habits. Excellent group sessions where dogs with all behaviors are controlled enough to walk on leash together, building our own confidence and our dogs in behaving on walks.
Mel Rogers
November 15, 2015I can’t put into words how much Cathy at Above & Beyond has helped out our family! This is truly an amazing business, and the results speak for themselves. I would highly recommend A&B to anyone who has a dog. We have done them all - home visits, confidence building class, dog obedience level 1 and now Intermediate. 1 year ago this would never have been possible as our dog was extremely reactive. We have gone from being a football field away from everyone and anything that moves to being able to sit/stand calmly while participating in a group obedience class. If you’re having any issues with your dog, or just want to strengthen the bond with your dog, or perhaps give obedience a go? Then give this company a call. Thank you Cathy you definitely go Above & Beyond!!!
Liz Mangano
December 11, 2017 -
Thank you for today! Can't wait to put everything you taught me today into play.. It's great to know how much potential my boy CJ has and now thanks to you I know exactly how to get the most from him and myself and a dog owner. Highly recommend to anyone who is unsure or has problems of any kind big or small 🙂
Emily Lane
September 8, 2016We got so much out of our session with Cathy. Immediate results and looking forward to more control in our household. Highly recommend this brilliant training!
Megsie Lea
July 28, 2018Cathy is amazing and I cannot recommend her enough!!
Karen Modra
August 19, 2016 -
She was amazing and so kind with our dog. Thank you
Ainsley Kruse
November 22, 2015Cathy is an expert at her craft. She worked her magic on our staffy's and put back hope and confidence in all of us. Thanks again for your time, patience and guidance in assisting us to become better dog owners.
Nelly Hobbs
March 16, 2016 I could not recommend Cathy at Above and Beyond Dog Training Rehabilitation highly enough. Her training advice is simple and it works! She tapers her training to suit you and your dog and solves problems from their root cause. Whether you are near breaking point with some bad doggy behaviours or just adopted a new puppy, this is the lady to call! Tenelle Leu
August 19, 2018
