About me
Mad about animals
Animals are my passion in life, especially when it comes to cats. I began learning about feline behaviour at the tender age of ten years and was brought up in a family of cat lovers in the West Midlands of England. I was inspired by my love of animals to set up my own pet sitting business in 2011 and within a few years became an Accredited Animal Behaviourist. In March 2022, I achieved my goal of becoming a Clinical Animal Behaviourist specialising in cats. I have a natural aptitude for reading the energy and body language of animals and, along with my scientific knowledge and experience, I teach clients how to better understand their feline companions for a happier and more relaxed life together. I have also written and published three books and keeps my behaviour knowledge up to date so that I can provide the best possible care to my human and animal clients.
My credentials
Qualifications
Advanced Diploma Applied Animal Behaviour Level 6 (Compass Education and Training)
Advanced Diploma in Feline Behaviour Management Level 5 (Compass Education and Training)
Advanced Diploma in Canine Behaviour Management Level 5 (Compass Education and Training)
‘The Science of Feline Introductions’ by Patience Fisher (IAABC Education course)
Reiki Master Teacher (Level III)
Holistic Therapies Diploma
Animal Communication Diploma
Memberships
Clinical Animal Behaviourist Full Member with APBC (Assoc. of Pet Behaviour Counsellors)
Clinical Animal Behaviourist with the ABTC (Animal Behaviour and Training Council)
Full Member of International Feline Behaviourists
Associate Certified Cat Behaviour Consultant with the IAABC (International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants)
Insured by Cliverton
Areas covered
My in-person cat behaviour consultations are available in South Derbyshire, Burton-on-Trent, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Derby South, East Staffordshire and anywhere else within 15 miles of Swadlincote, Derbyshire. My remote consultations are offered to clients anywhere in the UK and can be just as effective as working in-person. Cat sitting is available within 4 miles of Swadlincote. Please get in touch to find out more.
What my clients say…
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Izzy, Coventry
I just want to thank you so much, since your help Izzy has become much more settled and as you can see from the photo the bed that was Izzy’s toilet has been made back into a bed which she sleeps on in the mornings now. I've managed to clean the carpet and redecorated and got a new mattress and bedding, we did it all a bit at a time over a month and a half so as not to stress Izzy too much. Thank you so so much (via email)
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Houston, South Derbyshire
I have a rescued Sphynx aged 4 years in November 2022 and will have had her 1 year in December 2022. She had a toileting issue and with Sallys help we have almost resolved this . She was very neglected and her background unknown but is turning into a lovely little girl. Sally is very patient and knowledgeable and is on hand to help. Google review
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Meredith and Willow, West Mids
Sally got us out of a hole we’d dug for ourselves, bringing a kitten into the house with an older resident female, and when things seemed unbearable, a few encouraging words proved invaluable. We now have two lovely cats, two years later, living mostly harmoniously together. Facebook review
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Fleap and Fluffy, Derby
Sally came out to advise and help with one of our cats who was aggressive towards the one. Some solutions which we wouldn't have thought about almost immediately had results and the aggression decreased within a few days. Sally was really helpful and knowledgable and helped us to understand the situation as well as manage and improve the situation. I recommend anyone who needs help with their cats to contact Sally. Google review
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Shaka and Bini, Norfolk
We first approached Sally in March this year after one of our cats started to urinate inside. Sally conducted a thorough review of the situation, through a questionaire and videos, followed by a video 1:1 call. Sally then provided an in depth report with analyse of the issue and lots of suggestions to help with the problem, including contacting our vet to recommend a treatment. I was able to contact her during the following few months and she always responded quickly. I am so pleased to report it has now been months since he last sprayed inside. Would definitely recommend Sally for any cat behavioural issues. Facebook review
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Mini and Boggle, Leicester
I contacted Sally after my two cats had a fight. my cats had lived together for eight years conflict free. Sally came and conducted a home visit, meeting the cats and assessing the house for the process to follow. she created a thorough report for me, which detailed the issue and a detailed plan for reintroducing the cats. Sally provided ongoing to support to me over a period of eight months, the time it took for harmony to return. Sally is kind, generous with her time and incredibly supportive. Thank you Sally for everything you have done for us. Facebook review
What I can offer my clients
As a force-free behaviourist, I work hard to offer the best possible service to my human and feline clients. This means ensuring that I am up to date and educated in the latest feline behaviour research and behaviour modification techniques and take a caring and non-judgmental approach to my work. Here are just a few of the things I do to achieve this:
Work via veterinary referral to rule out medical problems or ensure that treatment is being given for known conditions.
Listen to my clients and provide them with safe and appropriate advice regarding their cat behaviour concerns.
Support my clients in implementing my suggestions to help build their confidence and enjoy working with their cats.
Explain and demonstrate training and behaviour modification techniques that are force-free, which means NO force, fear, intimidation, coercion or punishment such as spray bottles, electric shock or spiky mats, hissing or shouting, scruffing a cat’s neck or telling them ‘No!’.
Provide a holistic service that takes into account all aspects of my clients’ lifestyle, circumstances and living environment.
Suggest ways to strengthen the feline-human bond and improve their communication to form the basis of positive behaviour change.
Working with a behaviour professional can help to put clients’ minds at ease knowing that they are in safe, qualified and experienced hands. We all work a little differently, but there is a behaviourist out there for everyone. As with all aspects of life, there are no guarantees, but with lots of hard work and dedication, working with a force-free behaviourist should greatly increase your chances of success in improving your cat’s behaviour and make life enjoyable again. Please click below to visit my cat behaviour page and find out more.
'Weird is Wonderful’
Sally wrote her book, 'Weird Is Wonderful' to celebrate everything that it means to be sensitive, intuitive and empathic. It features intuitive development, spirituality, the paranormal, Reiki for animals and animal communication plus many other topics. Sally wanted to share with the world everything that she had learned so far about intuition, the spirit world and working with animals. 'Weird Is Wonderful' is an uplifting book that encourages readers to explore the more intriguing and fascinating aspects of being intuitive and how to connect with animals more deeply. Please click on the cover photo to find out more and view Sally's book on Amazon. Please leave a good review if you enjoy it. Thank you!
