Why should you trust me to guide you through your journey as a dog parent?
Itās a great question!
Iām Sian, an ethical dog trainer and trauma-informed coach, dedicated to helping overwhelmed dog parents navigate the emotional challenges of training, grief, and connection.
I donāt believe in quick fixes, dominance-based methods, or one-size-fits-all solutions. I believe in you.
š If youāre struggling with puppy blues, feeling anxious about your dogās behaviour, or grieving the loss of a beloved companion, youāre not alone.
š If training feels overwhelming, and you just want clarity, confidence, and a way forward without the pressure of āgetting it perfectā, I see you.
š If you want a compassionate, ethical approach that helps both you and your dog thrive, youāre in the right place.
Iāve supported dog parents through training struggles and pet loss with trauma-informed, ethical coaching that builds confidence, calm, and connection, no force or fear.
At Lavender Garden Animal Services, I offer:
āļø Compassionate, science-based training for puppies, teenagers, adult dogs and rescues
āļø Emotional support for pet loss, behaviour challenges, and self-doubt
āļø A safe, understanding, and empowering space
Whether your puppyās testing you, your teen dogās pushing boundaries, or youāre grieving a pet, Iām here to help you feel seen, calm and connected.
This is my passion, and Iām honoured to support you.
Youāre Not Alone in This Journeyā¦
Bringing a puppy or dog into your life is rewarding, but tough.
The puppy blues, self-doubt, frustration, exhaustion, are real.
Losing a pet or facing behaviour challenges can leave you lost and asking, āDid I make a mistake?ā
Youāre not failing; you just need the right support. Iām here to help you build confidence, calm, and trust with your dog.
Training shouldnāt feel like a battle, life with your dog should bring joy, not stress. Youāre not alone, and you donāt have to do this on your own.
Compassionate, Science-Backed Dog Training, That Works
No more frustration or guessing. Just clear, kind, and effective training that works.
š¶ Struggling with lead pulling?
š¾ Want your dog to focus on you, not distractions?
š» Dream of a calm pup at the pub?
Iāve studied and refined my methods so you donāt waste time on conflicting advice. Science-backed, tested, and designed to help you and your dog thrive. With expert support and practical strategies, youāll gain calm, confidence, and control, no stress or outdated methods. Youāre not alone, Iām with you every step.
Getting to know us
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Sian
BUSINESS OWNER & HEAD TRAINER
Iām Sian, a trauma-informed coach and ethical dog training specialist with a deep passion for helping overwhelmed dog parents navigate training struggles, emotional challenges, and pet loss.
Beyond training, Iām an advocate for mental health in dog parenting, openly sharing my own journey through therapy to create a space where you feel understood, supported, and empoweredāno matter what stage of the journey youāre in.
Whether you're struggling with a new puppy, a teenage dog, a rescue with a difficult past, or the grief of losing a beloved companion, Iām here to help you find clarity, confidence, and connection again.
š Ethical. Compassionate. Real.
š Probably drinking tea. Definitely an introvert.
š If you love deep chats and dogs, weāll get along just fine. -
Charlotte
CLASS TRAINER
Charlotte has worked with me, teaching classes since early 2024. She is a qualified Clinical Animal Behaviourist, and loves the class environment! Her favourite thing to teach is loose lead walking.