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Charlotte Animal Behaviour sets out what that process involves, when it makes sense to seek help, and how to prepare so you get the most from the session or course.https://charlotteanimalbehaviour.co.uk/project/https://charlotteanimalbehaviour.co.uk/project/Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:58:47 +0000A behaviour modification project is the structured process a pet behaviourist follows to address a specific issue in your dog or cat. From the moment you describe the problem through to the point where your pet responds calmly in situations that once triggered unwanted behaviour, every step builds on the last. This page walks you through what happens during that journey, what you can expect fro…