Hi, I’m Ros, founder of House of Fido. I’m a qualified Behaviour Practitioner and also a qualified groomer. I have a particular passion in assisting dogs overcome grooming related fear, handling sensitivity and cooperative care.

Through my work with dogs I became increasingly aware of how many struggle with every day grooming. Some dogs are anxious at the sound and sight of clippers and being brushed, while others can’t tolerate paw touch. Nail trimming and face handling are common anxieties that cause some dogs to growl or snap and are unable to finish a groom due to extreme fear.

These dogs aren’t being difficult, the behaviour is communication.

This is where my combined skills become particularly valuable.

Rather than forcing a dog through something they find frightening, I work to understand what is causing their response and gradually change how they feel about the experience. I only use positive, behaviour led techniques including Desensitisation, counter conditioning and cooperative care, allowing each dog to progress at their own pace.

Alongside grooming desensitisation I also provide Canine behaviour support for issues including anxiety, reactivity and every day difficulties.