About this Webinar:

Seeking support for a ‘reactive’ dog can be a common reason for behaviour referral. However, 'reactivity' covers such a broad range of behaviours that it doesn’t really tell us anything about the potential risks, underlying motivations or steps to take as part of a behaviour plan. During this webinar we will explore factors behind the commonly used label of reactivity and how we can use this information to help develop an individualised plan. This includes considering motivations, risk assessment and practical training support set up for owners. We will also discuss the popular and successful group sessions we run to support owners who are referred to us with ‘reactive’ dogs.

Meet your instructor:

Lynn Hewison

Lynn currently works as a Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CAB) in a private behaviour business which she co-owns with a veterinary behaviour colleague. Her primary focus is working with owners whose pets are referred for problem behaviours, with dog-dog reactivity being a common presentation. For nearly 10 years, and prior to starting her own business, Lynn worked in an academic setting where she taught companion animal behaviour at both undergraduate and postgraduate level whilst also consulting in a Behaviour referral practice, working primarily with dogs who present with unwanted behaviours. In addition to a wealth of extensive practical experience working closely with clients to help change behaviours, teaching classes and working in a variety of settings, with both private clients, rescues and other professionals, Lynn also has a BSc in Animal Behaviour and an MSc in Clinical Animal Behaviour. She is a certificated member of FABC, and registered with the ABTC as a CAB. In addition to the above Lynn is also a trustee for a local dog rescue charity and has previously been a trustee for the ABTC as well as Secretary of ASAB Accreditation Committee. She is currently also a Committee member of BVBA.