Control The Meerkat, Clinical Animal Behaviour!
Clinical, trauma-informed dog behaviour support
If your dog’s behaviour feels overwhelming, you’re in the right place.
Clinical support for complex dogs displaying reactivity, aggression, anxiety, separation-related behaviour, barking, and any dog struggling to cope in everyday life.
Complex behaviour needs understanding, not just training.
Led by Danielle Beck MSc, Clinical Animal Behaviourist
Whether you’re living with a reactive dog, supporting clients as a professional, or partnered with an assistance dog — we have a path built for you.
You’re not alone, we’re here to help
You’ve tried training but nothing sticks? Everyday is stressful, and you feel like you’re failing your dog? You’re not, and we can help!
Join in our weekly peer discussions to get support on you own cases or professional assessments.
Complex behaviour us where experience matters most
What Does A Meerkat Have To Do With
Dog Training And Behaviour?
When your dog reacts — barking, lunging, freezing, shutting down. They don’t listen and wont take treats! – This isn’t disobedience. Their brain has been emotionally hijacked. We call this “The Meerkat”: a state where rational thought disappears and emotions take over entirely.
Developed by Danielle Beck MSc, our trauma-informed approach works with the brain, not against it. We help you understand why your dog behaves the way they do — and give you the tools to change it gently, sustainably, and at a pace that works for your life.
We can teach your dog to ‘Control The Meerkat’ and make life easier again.
Welcome to your one-stop shop for you and your furry friend! Dive into our amazing collection of ebooks, printables, templates, and worksheets tailored for your dog’s behaviour journey. Plus, don’t miss our self-paced courses on dog arousal, relaxation, and the mysterious “meerkat effect”! All videos come with subtitles, and we’re always refining for screen readers. Happy exploring!
What is Control the Meerkat E-Book
Weekly Self Assessment
6 month community pass (£25 month)
6 month Animal Professional Mentorship (£49 month)
Wreck It
The Control The Meerkat Community
and Learning Empawrium Promise
We are a disability aware organisation that provides a non-judgmental and inclusive safe space for all. With us your dog training struggles and successes are not just understood, but shared, many of our team have also lived with these dogs and we understand what it’s like. You’ll benefit from the experience of other reactive dog owners alongside our teams expert advice, understanding and guidance. We’re here to support you and we can’t wait to meet you and hear your story. We’re confident that once you meet us and see our resources you’ll feel like a weight has been lifted and you’re on your way to helping your dog and making life with them easier.