Striving to improve animal behaviour and welfare

Based in Malmesbury Ali covers areas including Chippenham, Swindon, Gloucester, Bath & Bristol

I am Ali, a Clinical Animal Behaviourist with over 20 years of experience. I am dedicated to providing a comprehensive and professional service that goes beyond simply diagnosing behaviour or training concerns.

My ethos is rooted in the belief that education on animal behaviour and welfare is essential, and I dedicate both my professional work and personal time to a variety of educational projects.

Recognising the importance of understanding our pets’ needs and behaviours, I aim to provide practical support and valuable knowledge to caregivers, veterinary professionals, schools and clubs, charities, and rescue centre staff.

For those looking to adopt or foster, I offer a comprehensive behavioural assessment service for dogs — supporting both prospective families and adoption or foster agencies. With the growing awareness of the positive impact animals can have on our mental health, I also conduct behavioural assessments for schools that wish to include a dog in their pastoral care programmes.

At the heart of my philosophy is the belief that the relationship we share with our animal companions should be built on trust, respect, and empathy. By deepening our understanding of their individual perspectives and needs, we can create bonds that are resilient to the stressors and distractions of modern life.

Through my work, I strive to promote reward-based, welfare-focused methods and to continually improve the lives of animals by keeping up to date with the latest insights and developments in the field of Clinical Animal Behaviour.

I also take great pride in supporting the human side of the relationship — offering guidance, understanding, and reassurance to caregivers as they navigate any challenges that arise.

Behaviour Consultations and 1-1 Training

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Mentoring and Case
Supervision

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Behaviour and Welfare
Consultancy

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Ali was so personable and really easy to get on with and it was so amazing to have someone with a different perspective come in and see things through a fresh pair of eyes. A few weeks on and all 3 cats are much happier, Charlie is no longer hiding and comes out to play, Alfie no longer blocks or attacks Toby, and Toby is very happy, I would recommend that anyone who is having pet behaviour problems to contact Ali, we cannot thank her enough for all her help and advice.
Mr and Mrs McMillan
Mr and Mrs McMillan
With Alfie, Charlie and Toby
Using Ali’s methods Hansel's confidence is growing all the time and the scared dog who would once bolt at the sight of a high viz jacket or a group of people on bikes, can now watch with interest until they have passed.
Mr & Mrs Jenkins
Mr & Mrs Jenkins
With Hansel
I would have no hesitation in recommending Alison. Her knowledge, people skills and communication with all aspects has been brilliant.
Fiona Louise Wall BMVS BSC MRCVS
Referring Veterinary Surgeon
I now understand that if we had pursued a a more aggressive or confrontational type of training, there would have been a serious risk of her behaviour getting worse, not better. So, a big thank you and a firm recommendation from me!
Mr and Mrs Bradshaw
Mr and Mrs Bradshaw
With Tilly
Always rapidly on the end of email, Ali helped us realise what we couldn’t see ourselves and within three months our cat Mimi is happily using the garden to toilet rather than the house. Huge credit to Ali - we were considering re-homing Mimi and couldn’t have hoped for a better result.
Mr and Mrs Moreton
Mr and Mrs Moreton
With Mimi
Ali was totally amazing and advised us on how to read certain situations and our dogs. Her philosophy is simple but the complexity comes from reading the dog's behaviour and knowing how to respond. I have been seeing Ali periodically throughout the past year and they have gone from snarling, reactive, over-aroused anxious pups to being able to walk through a dog-filled area looking at other dogs without reacting.
Mr and Mrs Cook
Mr and Mrs Cook
With Billy and Stan
We have had excellent feedback from our clients regarding Alison’s advice and care for their pets. Her advice is practical, transparent and tailored to the individual animals welfare and client’s needs.
Catherine Meakin BVSc MRCVS, Silverton Vets.
Referring Veterinary Surgeon