Dog and Cat Behaviourist Mathew Ward

GET EXPERT, COMPASSIONATE HELP TO FIND PEACE FOR YOUR DOG & RECLAIM YOUR FREEDOM

You adore your dog. But the moment you leave, their world crumbles.

Maybe they bark, howl, or destroy the house. Maybe they hurt themselves trying to escape. Maybe they can’t eat, sleep, or settle until you’re back.

This isn't misbehaviour. It’s distress.

It’s about the profound emotional toll this takes on both you and your beloved companion, and the lifestyle restrictions it imposes.

You might be dealing with:

💔 The Pain of Seeing Them Struggle
It’s not just the noise or the mess. It’s the look in their eyes. The panting, pacing, drooling, trembling—your dog is truly suffering, and it breaks your heart to leave them that way.

🏠 Destruction & Mounting Costs Returning home to destruction – chewed door frames, scratched doors, or ripped flooring – is devastating. The financial strain of repairs, vet visits for injuries, or ongoing daycare costs can feel relentless.

🔊 Distress Signals & Neighbour Tensions Your dog’s barking, howling, or whining isn't just upsetting to hear (or see on camera); it can lead to neighbour complaints, adding another layer of pressure.

🕰️ A Life on Pause Spontaneous outings are difficult. Every departure requires planning. You can't just "pop out to the shop." Social events, everyday tasks, and even holidays, are dictated by your dog's anxiety.

🤯 Confusing, Conflicting Advice You’ve tried everything: calming products, practice departures, crate training, online advice, professional trainers, tips from friends - but nothing has truly worked. The internet is a sea of conflicting opinions, and you're left questioning your every move.

You don't have to live like this

It's easy to feel defeated, isolated, and completely overwhelmed when facing your dog's separation anxiety. Many caring, responsible owners experience this. This is a complex panic disorder, not a reflection of your love or effort.

You don’t have to continue this cycle of worry, guilt, and restricted living. There is a clear, science-backed path forward – one that leads to a calmer, more independent dog and restores peace and freedom to your life.

Imagine a Different Life for You and Your Dog

Picture:

• 👩‍⚕️ Leaving your home feeling relaxed, knowing your dog will cope.

• 🪷 Returning to a peaceful dog and an intact, quiet home – no more dreading what you'll find.

• 🎉 Reclaiming your freedom and spontaneity – enjoying social events, work, and errands without elaborate plans or constant worry.

• ❤️ Restoring the bond with your dog, free from the shadow of their separation distress.

This future is possible—and I can help you get there.

Tailored Advice – From an Expert You Can Trust

I'm Mat Ward, a Clinical Animal Behaviourist with top-tier accreditations and extensive experience in treating dog separation anxiety. My approach is kind, science-backed, and results-focused. My services are insurance-approved.

Through a personalised Zoom consultation, I’ll help you:

• Discover the underlying reasons for your dog’s separation-related distress.

• Develop a practical, step-by-step behaviour plan tailored to you and your dog’s needs.

• Apply positive, proven techniques that foster lasting change.

• Strengthen your relationship with your dog.

What Makes My Approach Different?

✔️ Training can primarily be done inside your home—no need to get dressed up, go outside, or sit waiting on your doorstep.

✔️ You can often carry out the exercises while doing everyday things around your home.

✔️ You’ll receive real explanations, not generic advice.

✔️ Your dog’s emotional needs come first—and so do yours.

Why Dog Owners Choose Me

Anyone can call themselves a dog 'behaviourist'. Your dog deserves an expert with proven, accredited qualifications.

🕰️ Experienced: I’ve helped thousands of dogs and their people over 26 years, and have the expertise to help you achieve lasting results.

🎓 Qualified: My Master's degree in Companion Animal Behaviour and accreditation from the most respected organisations in the field ensure you're receiving the best advice for your dog’s separation anxiety.

👍 Effective: My science-backed methods deliver real, lasting change for you and your dog.

❤️ Humane: I use ethical and kind techniques that prioritise your dog’s well-being.

💸 Insurance-approved: Many pet insurance policies cover my fees, making expert help more accessible.

🤝 Here to support, not to judge: I believe in creating a safe and supportive space for dog owners. You won't find any judgment here, just understanding and guidance.

Here’s what’s included in your behaviour consultation package:

🧠 In-depth Video Consultation:
Around 2 hours via Zoom. We’ll dig deep into your dog’s history, emotions, and routines to understand the real reason for their distress.

📄 Personalised Written Report:
A clear summary of everything we’ve discussed, providing a clear roadmap for your dog’s behavioural improvement.

🗓️ Three Months of Ongoing Support:
Email and WhatsApp check-ins, including video review, to help you troubleshoot, stay on track, and succeed.

👩‍⚕️ Vet Collaboration:
I work with your vet to rule out or address medical causes and support a collaborative solution.

💸 Insurance-Approved Documentation:
I’ll provide the reports and paperwork your insurer needs to support a behaviour claim, clearly and promptly.

Ziva

Separation anxiety

I contacted Mat on my vet's recommendation, as my cockapoo suffered from terrible separation anxiety when we tried to leave her at home. After following Mat’s very clear and easy training tips we are now able to leave Ziva for three hours on her own without her becoming distressed. This didn’t happen overnight as we had to take it slowly but two months down the track she is a completely different dog. 

The tips Mat gave us on recall from the garden and walks worked within one day and we have never looked back. 

Thank you Mat for always being there with advice when I thought I was still having problems, always answering emails the same day.  

I would highly recommend Mat to anyone with problems with their dog or cat.

Karen Wood, Fife.