Canine Behaviorist, Founder of Pure Dog Listeners, and a renowned author in the world of dog-human dynamics. Caroline has devoted over three decades to decoding and comprehending the intricate world of canine behaviour. With a Diploma in Advanced Canine Behavior, she possesses a unique ability to decode and understand dog behaviour, helping pet parents cultivate a harmonious relationship with their dogs.
Author of “Why Does My Dog Do That?” and co-author of “Parenting Your New Puppy” alongside Lesley Harris, Caroline’s literary contributions have enlightened countless dog enthusiasts. Her books provide invaluable insights into canine behaviour and puppy parenting.
Caroline’s journey into the world of dogs began over three decades ago when she welcomed Harvey, a Labrador with an uncanny knack for escaping and an insatiable prey drive, into her life. Her experiences with Harvey were a profound learning curve and ignited her passion for understanding and working with dogs. Meanwhile, her groundbreaking approach to dog-human relationships emerged when she became a parent 20 years ago.Â
Drawing parallels between child-rearing and canine upbringing, she, alongside Lesley Harris, coined the motto, “Raise dogs. Don’t train them.” Her methods prioritise building a loving, trusting relationship with dogs, emphasising the importance of respecting their instincts while providing guidance and boundaries to encourage positive canine choices.
Caroline’s work places a strong emphasis on emotions at both ends of the lead. She acknowledges the importance of human-dog collaboration and sees dogs as perpetual learners. Her philosophy extends beyond merely training specific skills, with a primary focus on fostering well-rounded, content, and confident dogs. She achieves this by helping pet parents understand their dogs’ motivations, influences, and overall well-being, enabling them to guide their pets toward wiser choices for a stress-free and harmonious coexistence.
While Caroline is passionate about dogs experiencing separation anxiety and fussy eating habits, her expertise extends far beyond these issues. Alongside her private consultations, she contributes valuable insights to ProDog Pawspectives on many facets of dog behaviour. As a strong advocate of raw feeding and natural diets for dogs and a thorough understanding of the link between diet and behaviour, Caroline’s insights seamlessly complement the ProDog Raw approach.
Caroline’s commitment to dogs’ health and happiness is evident in her active participation in the ProDog Facebook group, where she provides free guidance on food-related behaviour and other common issues. She also hosts ProDog’s live Rawbellion Conversations, engaging experts to empower people with a holistic approach to their dog’s well-being.
Her approach delves into the root causes of behaviours, emphasising a holistic strategy that prioritises friendship, safety, trust, and understanding in the dog-human relationship. She recognises the individuality of each dog, understanding their unique needs, preferences, and dislikes to help them adapt to our complex and fast-paced world.
