Back to Balance Canine Behaviourist  Reviews 

I can’t thank Azz enough for all his help. He is knowledgeable, approachable and will do what ever he can to help. Going above and beyond each and every time I reached out for help. Nothing was ever to much and I really felt like we were going through the journey together and didn’t once feel alone. I would absolutely recommend Azz to anyone who needed help with their dog.

Absolutely amazing. So eye opening. Worth every penny. Azz explains everything thoroughly and directly. He had our “bossy” German shepherd under his control within literally minutes. We’re already seeing results after just 2 days. Would recommend him to anyone

Azz was so helpful and knowledgeable about everything that we needed help with - he knew exactly what the root cause was and everything he’s advised us to do has made my dog have immediate progress. I genuinely didn’t know it was possible for a dog to progress this quickly, but I’m so grateful for everything Azz told us because it has been amazing

I was given very clear instruction on slight tweaks to my interaction with my rescue dog which would then help him to know that I was the leader inside the house and also out on walks. Good ideas were given to help work off some of his excess energy especially before loose lead walks.
I am now able to walk him on a loose lead , I am calmer and more confident and his reactivity to other dogs has greatly reduced .

When I first contacted Azz, I had to leave a message, but he got back to me later that day, which was great. We had to wait a few weeks for an appointment, but when he came to our house to meet our 4-month-old German Shepherd, it was really worth it.
Our last GSD had been really reactive with other dogs and even some people, so I was keen to avoid that problem again. Azz spent nearly four hours with us, explaining dog behaviour in a way that really made sense. We knew some of it already, but hearing the science behind it was really helpful. He observed how we behaved with our puppy and told us what he thought we did well or what might become a problem at a later date. He was patient, didn’t rush us, and answered loads of my questions.
He did say upfront that not all his advice would be easy to follow - some of it might take extra effort or not feel right for us. We ignored one bit of advice and definitely regretted it… but the good thing is, he is happy to help if we need him again.
After his visit, my husband and I felt a lot more confident about handling our puppy. It’s reassuring to know Azz is willing to take any calls or help again after if needed.
If you've just got a puppy or dog, especially if it’s your first or if you’ve had a difficult experience before, I’d recommend speaking to Azz before problems start. It doesn’t matter what breed you’ve got. In fact don't be fooled into thinking you've got an easy breed to deal with. We thought we had it all figured out with our 4th dog, but we were just lucky with the first 3 and got a bit too relaxed with our 4th and then had a very challenging time. It's been 2 months since we saw Azz and with his advice this time we feel confident we will have an easier and more enjoyable experience with our dog. One final thing, don't expect him to train your dog (although he is a qualified dog trainer) he's a dog behaviourist and enjoys doing this more than training, but he will observe you around your dog and give you very good advice.

Very helpful in understanding our Staffy's behaviour and how we need to adapt to get the best mutual relationship. Azz took the time to really assess and explain everything both he and ourselves needed to focus on. Thank You!

Azz was amazing. He was so observant and gave me a lot of background understanding of why dogs behave as they do. He not only read the body language of the dog I called him out for, but gave insight into how my other (well behaved) dog is feeling and presenting from everything. I now have the techniques to get my boy back on track and I already feel more confident taking my boys out on walks and life is quickly becoming more enjoyable as it used to be. Highly recommend!

Azz explained so much and demonstrated such knowledge of my dogs behaviour and needs
No jargon, plain language, just a sole focus on the issues and how to work on regaining the control I needed to keep me and my dog safe.
Relaxed session with no time pressure
Looking forward to the report and continuing to work on progressing everything we covered.
GSD 17 months

Azz is very thorough and professional. The whole process he shared good knowledge with compassion and guidance, making us feel supported and encouraged in the difficult situation. Can't recommend him more!

As 1st time dog owners we had made some mistakes and our male black lab (Rory) had started to cause a few problems. Azz came to our house and spent a long time explaining what changes we could make and demonstrating how to implement them. within a few days we have noticed big changes in Rory's behaviours and the way he is around us. Our 5 year old had become anxious around Rory but with Azz's help she is now getting back to where she used to be and enjoying her time with him again. The small changes we have had to make have made such a big difference for us all. We would highly recommend Back to balance.

Aaron is very astute and really understands how dogs' minds work.He diagnosed the causes of my dogs' behavioural issues immediately and demonstrated strategies for managing them which are working well. He also sent helpful follow-up notes. It is reassuring that he is available by phone if needed in the future.

Azz was completely just overall fantastic.
He spent a good few hours at our home, observing how we are with our female dog and then teaching us and telling us how to combat the issues.
He also demonstrated us a new lead and technique for walking and its fantastic, we can now walk our dog without pullling.
I was that impressed I have forwarded his number on to friends and family.

When he went back home he sent us a massive write up on what to follow for the next couple of months which was handy because we could follow it but so can everyone else as we all needed to be singing of the same hym sheet as such.

We can contact him whenever and he will respond when he's a free and help where he can.

Top marks for Azz, no fussy, no bs just straight to the point. 100% recommend, changed our girls lives and ours.

Azz was amazing, our dog has changed noticeably in less than a week, his knowledge is second to none, would highly recommend to anyone that needs help understanding there dog and changing some bad habits

Azz was fantastic! He really took his time talking through his experiences with larger breeds, and really made us feel at ease. He was understanding and not at all judgemental on how we manage our boy at home, but was completely honest with us on how best to manage our boys behaviour, starting at home. He was enthusiastic when taking our boy out with us and encouraged us not to shy away from situations of which may cause barking. He was practical in showing us how manage interactions with other large dogs, which was really good to observe. We’re so very grateful to Azz for his time and professional judgement!

Azz was very knowledgable , understood the whole situation what was going on with our 3 dogs , Azz gave good advice for us to put into practice which made total sense , Thank you Azz for all your help and great to know you are at the end on the phone if needed

Absolutely amazing! Learnt so much and even from the day we had our appointment eddies behaviour is improving! Thank you so much!!

When we reached out to Aaron for assistance with our German Shepherd’s excessive barking, we had no idea just how transformative the experience would be. From the very first moment, Aaron impressed us deeply with his profound knowledge and vast expertise in canine behaviour. His approach was not just about quick fixes; he immediately focused on uncovering the root cause of the problem with remarkable insight and patience.

What truly set Aaron apart was his unwavering dedication—he spent over five hours with us, fully engaged and committed, never once glancing at the clock or hinting at the passage of time. His genuine passion for helping dogs and their owners shone through every moment of his visit.

The results were nothing short of extraordinary. After Aaron’s departure, we witnessed a remarkable transformation in our dog—not only a dramatic reduction in barking but also a newfound calmness and relaxation that lasted throughout the entire day. We had never seen our beloved German Shepherd so peaceful and content, and it was clear that Aaron’s guidance had made a profound impact.

We are immensely grateful to Aaron for his invaluable advice, his compassionate approach, and his unwavering commitment to improving our dog’s well-being. His expertise has truly changed our lives, and we cannot recommend him highly enough to anyone seeking expert help with their canine companions.

Thank you, Aaron, for your dedication, your wisdom, and your incredible support. You have our deepest appreciation and heartfelt gratitude.

Azz spent 5 hours with us. Pointed out all the problems in Hugo’s behaviour and showed us how to resolve them inside and outside the house. We have made the changes and are already starting to see the results for this. Azz was very knowledgeable and in my opinion it was excellent value for money. Thankyou so much

We now have a 10mth old lab that walks well, no pulling and my arms are back to normal. Back to balance did not disappoint. Highly recommend Azz, he knows his stuff. Thank you

Azz was very knowledgeable and got to the root of our issues very quickly. Remedial actions demonstrated and explained very well. All in all a very worthwhile experience. Would recommend without hesitation.