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Azz spent time explaining helpfully and clearly how dog psychology differs from human. Even my husband, who was rather sceptical at first, was convinced by the explanation. He was happy to spend time with us and answer all our questions. He demonstrated how to ensure our dog walks to heel and helped us to copy his technique. He also showed us how to cope when meeting other dogs, which has been a problem for us. We now feel much more confident and were encouraged to know we can contact Azz for phone support if necessary.

We were sent some pointers for ongoing changes to make which has been very helpful and we are starting to see some improvements. All in all, we thoroughly recommend Azz as a dog behaviourist.

Azz came out to visit Riley our 6 month Sprocker and spent a number of hours with us observing and explaining the reasoning behind Riley's anxiety in particular around being left alone. His knowledge and understanding is incredible, he explained everything in a clear and easy to understand way. Giving us clear instruction and demonstrations we now feel prepared to help Riley to become more relaxed and confident, he's already starting to settle better throughout the day! I would highly recommend, it's also a great comfort knowing that Azz is at the end of the phone to support when needed.

I contacted Azz as our lovely nearly 3 year old lab is extremely anxious and nervous around people, and in new situations. Azz explained his methods and made some recommendations; remarkably, within a few hours I had a much more relaxed and happy dog! All Azz's suggestions made perfect sense and I now feel so much more confident knowing what I should do, and how I can best help our dog.

Azz is friendly and professional and I would recommend without hesitation.

Thank you Azz! 😊🐕🐾

Superb service. Aaron has given knowledge and explanations for my puppy’s behaviour, instant results which have seen a nervous puppy grow more confidence in minutes. I am now confident to move forward with every instruction and advice given. Would highly recommend.

Very knowledgably and professional service.
Would recommend even if your issues are small.
Having the confidence to know your actions are in the dogs interest and not making the situation worse are worth the cost.

Azz spent a number of hours with us, going through lots of examples and history over his methods. They all made perfect sense, and the impact implementing these has been astounding.
Treat a dog like a dog. Not rocket science, but the recommendations he made as had a HUGE impact. He's also happy to provide remote advice/aftercare too, which is fantastic.
Would thoroughly recommend. Complete value for money. Thanks Azz.

Azz came and spent the day with us and our two portguese water dogs. One of them had been aggressive towards other dogs, the other barking at dogs and people from both inside our house, and on walks. After just one day with Azz we had an understanding of why this was the case, and some clear and workable techniques on how to reset our relationship with the dogs, and keep them under control during walks. Even after just a couple of hours with Azz we went for a walk in the field near our house and it was like having two different dogs! They were well-behaved and much much calmer - it felt like a miracle! We have continued the techniques and things have improved significantly. Thank you Azz!

After a very thorough and thoughtful meeting with Azz, me and my Jack Russell are in a different place! Azz put so much knowledge and understanding in a really accessible way, and he took time to consider all my questions and concerns really carefully. By the end of his visit I feel confidently hopeful for the future with my dog, and he’s been enabled to come into his own. I can’t recommend Azz highly enough!

Prior to b2b coming to see us we had seen a couple of trainers in an effort to have a little more obedience from our dogs.
Nothing had much long term effect and when we didn’t have a bag of treats at hand everything pretty much reverted back to how it had always been. Had our lives allowed us to spend four hours a day training then perhaps we could have taken proper control but I think we are pretty normal that we don’t have the time or, if we’re honest with ourselves, the desire.
What a refreshing change it was to be given a set of tools from b2b and to have everything explained in a clear and sensible manner. These are simple things too that are so easy to build into the every day. They also make perfect sense when the ‘why’s’ have been explained.
Would we recommend b2b if you doggy issues? Absolutely. We would even recommend seeing b2b if you own a dog and aren’t unhappy with their behavior. Just having the understanding of how dogs ‘operate’ and how we as humans can help them lead a more contented life has got to be worth it in itself.
Very happy and looking forward to seeing the results of our efforts which we are sure we will. Best money we’ve spent in a long time.

Aaron was great when he came to the house and with in no time he had worked out what the issues were. We have a good few things to work on, simple things to do, just need to keep them up. There was a certain sense of relief to know what we need to do. Thanks again Aaron, much appreciated

Our experience was amazing! We learnt things that we never knew, and really got into learning our little pups mind! It turns out he loves our sofa.. A LOT😂👌🏼
Thank you so much for your time, the money is completely worth it!

We contacted Azz as our rescue dog Pete was becoming more and more reactive and we were beginning to dread walks.
Azz explained Pete’s behaviour really well and gave us a clear action plan. We saw results immediately and look forward to many more peaceful walks.
We can’t recommend Azz highly enough!

We contacted Azz for help with our 4 year old Tibetan Mastiff over issues of overprotecting and reactive behaviour. He was very quick to respond and we booked in for a session - what an eye opening experience to understand more behind the psychology of dogs and why Leia presents with the issues she does. He was very thorough in explanation, any questions we had were answered perfectly without judgement and Azz showed us many ways that can help us aid Leia in improving her behaviour. We also have the reassurance we can contact him any time regarding our dog and this has helped us massively in our confidence getting her to where she needs to be. I couldn’t recommend Azz and his services enough!

Azz has made a huge difference to my confidence when walking my dog! In such a short period of time I have been able to walk my dog without becoming embarrassed or having to hide from other dogs as my dog was reactive. Azz explains things really well following with ideas and easy but specific ways to change the behaviours of the dog. I was very skeptical and afraid of using the techniques however after using them, walks have become peaceful and enjoyable. No more kangaroo business for me! More respect and trust from my dog is coming! Thank you so so much Azz!

Very professional, knew exactly what Cooper needed to get the results, very knowledgeable

Mary Read

Only 1 week in and already seeing really positive results. Azz explains things really well and his support after the training session is really helpful if there are ever any questions. Would recommend to anyone that has behavioural issues with their dog.

expert advice and a great insight to my dogs behaviour.
Follow up report on the visit is more than helpful and I now understand a lot more of my dogs behaviour

Definitely recommended. Az sat and explained the phschology of dogs v humans. Makes you realise the simple mistakes us humans do to confuse our dogs.Az was so calm even when I was visibly upset. 2days in to my retraining and such a difference in the dogs. To see them relaxed in their little pack is honestly a dream come true. Worth every penny.
Thankyou Az , I will keep you updated
Sara Furey & family

Azz was very clear and straight with what would change my dogs behaviour. Something's have been better straight away and others we have to work towards. Extremely knowledgeable on all things dogs and how dogs are still pack animals.
Great communication and friendly.

Great service