Control The Meerkat, Clinical Animal Behaviour!
Clinical Animal Behaviour • Mentoring • Trauma-Informed Dog Behaviour Support
Complex behaviour is where experience matters most
I’m Danielle Beck MSc CAB — Clinical Animal Behaviourist and founder of Control The Meerkat
My work centres on self regulation, because when nervous systems feel safe, behaviour becomes clearer. I work with complex behavioural cases, professionals seeking mentoring support and guidance, and assistance dog teams.
If you’re concerned about your dogs behaviour, we can help make life a little easier
Led by Danielle Beck MSc -Clinical Animal Behaviourist • ABTC Assessor • Mentor • International presenter
Clinical support for dogs struggling with reactivity, anxiety, separation distress, repetitive behaviours, emotional overwhelm, and behaviour that isn’t improving — alongside mentoring and support for pet professionals navigating complex cases.
Whether behaviour feels overwhelming at home, challenging in practice, or difficult to fully understand — we’ll help you make sense of it.
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!
If you’re navigating life with reactivity, anxiety, guarding, noise sensitivities, repetitive behaviours, separation distress, problems at the vets or behaviour that just feels overwhelming, lets have a chat and see how I can help make things a little easier
Join in our weekly 2hour peer discussions to get support on you own cases or professional assessments.
Mentoring, case discussion, assessment guidance and CPD, grounded in regulation-focused, ethical practice — supporting practitioners who want depth rather than quick fixes. Come and join our friendly weekly 2hr group sessions
Complex behaviour needs understanding, not just training.
A practice grounded in professional standards.
I am a full Clinical Animal Behaviourist and both a member and a director of the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC) and both a registered Animal Training Instructor and Faculty with Professional Association of Canine Trainers (PACT).
Alongside clinical work,
- I lecture students on dog training, behaviour and a trauma informed approach.
- I assess students and professionals on both their knowledge and understanding, and practical skills, for multiple Animal Behaviour and Training Counsel (ABTC) organisations, along with assessing the ABTC’s own APEL route to accreditation.
- I’ve run a mentorship and coaching group for pet professionals since 2020
These professional roles allow me to contribute to the standards that shape modern behaviour practice both on the ground with clients and within industry leading organisations.
A little more about me......
I’ve worked in the animal training and behaviour field for over 20 years, supporting complex cases and contributing to professional standards across the UK and internationally.
What drives my work is simple: behaviour makes more sense when we slow down and look properly. Through consultations, lecturing, assessment, and mentoring, I focus on helping both dogs and professionals build regulation, clarity, and confidence.
I’m regularly invited to present internationally on the topics of trauma, neuroscience, arousal regulation, behavioural rehabilitation, pattern games and of course my meerkat method, which often encompasses all of these areas.
Life in bubbles is a concept I created from my time at Southampton University studying critical distances in 2010. The idea of controlling distance and personal space is the foundation for everything. You can find out more HERE
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.
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.
Want to find out more download our FREE E-Book
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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!
Weekly Schedule
Bronze Follow on Package
3 month Ultimate Animal Behaviourist Mentorship (£189 month)
