JC Dog Behaviour & Training

JC Dog Behaviour & Training Providing behaviour and training sessions in Market Harborough and surrounding areas. Jo Cramp BSc Animal Behaviour and Welfare. IMDT Qualified Trainer.

Welcome to JC Dog Behaviour & Training. All training and behaviour modification is done through ethical, modern, science based training that is fun for both owner and dog. My name is Jo and I have grown up with dogs since the age of 3, my first family dog was Sasha a Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Being a young child at the time I didn't get involved in any of Sasha's training but I do have fond memo

ries of going on walks with her and my Dad. Our second family dog Khizer, another Staffy, is still living with us today. I was Khizer's main trainer, taking him to the local dog club at 14yrs old where my Grandad was a trainer. When Khizer was around one, he developed some aggression towards myself while we were on holiday- this is where my passion for dog behaviour really kicked in! We saw a behaviourist who gave us the information needed to ensure we were all kept safe, Khizer included. Fast forward a few years and I started studying Animal Management and Welfare at Moulton College, part of this included a work experience placement at my local dog club where I assisted with classes. I then went on to study BSc Animal Behaviour and Welfare at Harper Adams University, graduating in 2018. Since graduating I have been working at Leicester Animal Rescue, giving me more essential hands-on experience with all breeds and personality types of dog. I also adopted my first personal dog from the rescue, Tom, who has taught me the best way of training is through fun, games and love! At the rescue Tom portrayed as very ignorant, independant and non-affectionate... What a different dog he became once he got home!! I have had many training challenges with Tom, some of which we are still working on to this day, but each day with him my heart grows bigger. He really is my once in a lifetime dog. So that is my story so far! I am a proud member of the institute of modern dog trainers, the pet professional network, pet dog training instructors & a provisional member of the association of pet behaviour counsellors. I am continuously learning and expanding my knowledge of dog behaviour so I can provide the most up to date methods and best support for my clients. Please don't hesitate to get in touch for any behaviour and training needs.

04/09/2026

Are you accidentally making your dog’s behaviour worse? 👀

You see another dog…
You tense up.
The lead gets tighter.
You start bracing for the reaction.

Sound familiar?

Your dog is aware of every movement and hormone change in milliseconds and they may start thinking, “Yep, something’s happening.”

You’re not causing their reactivity. But the way you respond to triggers can sometimes add to their stress.

Try this next time:

🐾 Take a deep breath when you spot a trigger
🐾 Give your dog space before they react
🐾 Keep the lead loose, even if you have to shorten it for safety
🐾 Reward them for looking at the trigger without losing it

You don’t need to “correct” the reaction.

You need to help your dog feel safe enough to make a better choice.

And that starts before the barking, lunging or growling.

Got a reactive dog? Send me a message, let’s work on it together. 🐾

🐶 Puppy training starts here…If you’ve got a new puppy and you’re currently wondering whether you’ll ever get them to li...
03/09/2026

🐶 Puppy training starts here…

If you’ve got a new puppy and you’re currently wondering whether you’ll ever get them to listen, you’re not alone 😂

The next Puppy Power Group Class starts Tuesday 3rd November at 6:30pm at Church Langton Community Hall.

It’s a 5-week course covering all the things that make life with your puppy a little easier. Recall, lead walking, stay, leave it, settling around distractions and, of course, learning how to interact with other dogs and people.

We’ll keep things practical and fun, and you’ll get plenty to work on at home between sessions too.

You’ll also get access to our members-only video library, so if you get home and think “hang on… how did we do that again?” you can have a quick look back at the training. 😅

Most importantly, it’s a chance to build a really good relationship with your puppy while they’re young and help them grow into a confident, well-mannered dog.

Starts Tuesday 3rd November 6:30pm
📍 Church Langton Community Hall
🐾 5 weekly sessions

If you’d like to join us, you can book here:

https://jcdogbehaviourtraining.co.uk/puppy-power-class/

And if you’re not sure whether the class is right for your puppy, just send me a message 😊

02/09/2026

Reactivity not improving?

There are a few reasons why you might not be seeing the progress you hoped for.

1. Inconsistent exposure

Regular walks are great, but if your dog is reactive, they also need specific opportunities to practise being around their triggers in a way that feels safe and manageable. Just seeing triggers more often doesn’t necessarily make them feel better.

2. They’re overwhelmed

Putting your dog into situations they’re scared of won’t teach them that those situations are safe. They might stop barking or lunging, but that doesn’t always mean they’re calmer. Sometimes they’ve simply shut down.

The goal is to change how they feel, not just stop the reaction.

3. There could be something else going on

Pain or underlying health issues can have a big impact on behaviour. If your dog is suddenly more reactive, anxious or sensitive to touch, it’s worth speaking to your vet and ruling out anything physical.

4. Punishing the reaction

Correcting barking, growling or lunging might suppress the behaviour for a while, but it doesn’t address the reason it’s happening. If your dog is scared or stressed, punishment can make those feelings worse.

Reactivity can be complicated, and there isn’t a quick fix. But with the right approach, you can help your dog feel safer and more confident around the things they find difficult.

If you’re struggling with your dog’s reactivity, send me a DM and let’s work through it together 🫶

Puppy spam 🫶
01/09/2026

Puppy spam 🫶

A big well done to Bobby for passing his The Dog Trainer School Level One! 🎉👏
01/09/2026

A big well done to Bobby for passing his The Dog Trainer School Level One! 🎉👏

31/08/2026

Don’t judge the breed. 🐾

Calm. Focused. Loving. Misunderstood.

No dog should be judged by its breed, appearance, or reputation.

A label doesn’t tell you who a dog is. Get to know the individual, not the stereotype.

See the dog. Not the label.

30/08/2026

It’s been 4 months since Bailey had a CT and got his second and third diagnosis at just 18 months old. 4 months of short leads walks only, no toys, no running/jumping/craziness (haha, ok there’s been a few moments 🫣) and lots of physiotherapy.

Lots of people look at Bailey and wonder how on earth is he in pain because he’s so bouncy, full of life and “naughty”. Surely if he chases his football, jumps all over them and runs around with friends he can’t be in pain, right?

But they don’t see what I see.

I see a dog whose nervous system is always on overdrive. A dog who can’t settle in the evenings, can’t sit still or relax. I see a dog who gets hyped up by touch, particularly around his hips. I see a dog who tries to release stress by mouthing, chewing, digging and hu***ng. I see a dog that can’t sleep through the night and has to move positions every 30-40mins to stay comfortable. I see a dog who reacts to reflections, the TV and is noise sensitive.

I first saw signs of discomfort when Bailey was only 10 weeks old. He had X-rays and they found laxity in his right hip. He’s likely been in some level of pain since he was just a few weeks old.

A few months after I started to see abnormalities with his front legs too. Can you imagine already having pain in one hind leg, resulting in overusing the other hind leg, and then also being painful in BOTH front legs?

I live with chronic pain myself, so I can 100% empathise with Bailey.

His recovery isn’t over yet. We’ve just been given permission to slowly add in long line time on his walks because his frustration levels are through the roof. He is a “high drive” dog that currently has very little physical outlets.

I’m so glad Bailey is our dog. I dread to think what he would be labelled as and put through in the name of “training” with someone who wasn’t trained to spot the signs of discomfort.

Next time your trainer, behaviourist or other skilled dog professional mentions that your dog is showing signs of potential discomfort, PLEASE listen to them and investigate.

Level One with Alfie, Odin, Meg & Bobby 🐾
18/08/2026

Level One with Alfie, Odin, Meg & Bobby 🐾

Puppy class with Nellie and Misty this evening 🥰Rita & Meg were both off on their holibobs!
18/08/2026

Puppy class with Nellie and Misty this evening 🥰

Rita & Meg were both off on their holibobs!

🐶 Puppy training starts here…If you’ve got a new puppy and you’re currently wondering whether you’ll ever get them to li...
15/08/2026

🐶 Puppy training starts here…

If you’ve got a new puppy and you’re currently wondering whether you’ll ever get them to listen, you’re not alone 😂

The next Puppy Power Group Class starts Tuesday 22nd September at 6:30pm at Church Langton Community Hall.

It’s a 5-week course covering all the things that make life with your puppy a little easier. Recall, lead walking, stay, leave it, settling around distractions and, of course, learning how to interact with other dogs and people.

We’ll keep things practical and fun, and you’ll get plenty to work on at home between sessions too.

You’ll also get access to our members-only video library, so if you get home and think “hang on… how did we do that again?” you can have a quick look back at the training. 😅

Most importantly, it’s a chance to build a really good relationship with your puppy while they’re young and help them grow into a confident, well-mannered dog.

Starts Tuesday 22nd September 6:30pm
📍 Church Langton Community Hall
🐾 5 weekly sessions

If you’d like to join us, you can book here:

https://jcdogbehaviourtraining.co.uk/puppy-power-class/

And if you’re not sure whether the class is right for your puppy, just send me a message 😊

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