Anthrozoologist, Dog behaviour consultant, certified dog trainer & Puppy Specialist

Kirsty’s Pet Clinic, founded by Kirsty Spencer in 2006, has been dedicated to improving the lives of both caregivers and their canine companions for over a decade. Through compassionate, science-backed support, Kirsty has helped thousands of clients build happier and more harmonious relationships with their dogs.

Kirsty offers a comprehensive range of services designed to address a variety of dog behaviour challenges, including Behaviour Consultations, One-to-One Training and Coaching, Puppy Packages, Rescue Dog Consultations, Family Training Packages, and Socialisation, Life Skills and Training Classes for puppies, junior and adult dogs.

One of Kirsty’s key areas of expertise is helping dogs who experience anxiety, stress, fear, or trauma. With extensive experience working with rescue dogs with challenging pasts, including ex-racing Greyhounds and street dogs from other countries, Kirsty specialises in offering support to these often misunderstood dogs.

Using the latest scientific research, Kirsty tailors her guidance to each dog’s specific needs and circumstances. Recognising the complexity and intricacies of canine behaviour, she emphasizes the importance of understanding it through the lens of someone with both extensive knowledge, expertise, and specific qualifications in the field. This understanding allows her to provide accurate assessments and effective, individualised behavioural plans.

Kirsty recognizes that multiple factors influence a dog’s behaviour, including relationships, ethology, neurobiology, genetics, environment, physiology, motivation, and social health. By carefully considering these aspects, she ensures that every dog is treated as an individual.

As a Canine Behaviour Consultant, Provisional Clinical Animal Behaviourist, Certified Dog Trainer, and Puppy Training Coach, Kirsty holds a wealth of knowledge and qualifications. She also holds a master’s degree in Anthrozoology, an interdisciplinary field that explores human-animal interactions, including animal behaviour, psychology, veterinary medicine, animal health, ethics, wildlife conservation, and more. This diverse educational background deepens her understanding of the human-canine bond, a crucial element in her behavioural interventions, strengthening the relationship between dogs and their caregivers.

Kirsty’s holistic approach examines every aspect of a dog’s life to better understand the broader context of their behaviour. By striving to see the world through a dog’s perspective in a human-centric world, she develops tailored strategies that benefit both the dogs and their families.

Committed to ongoing professional growth, Kirsty will pursue a PhD at the University of Exeter next year, ensuring her approach remains at the forefront of the field. She is deeply passionate about continuous learning to refine her methods and further enhance her ability to support her clients and their dogs.