Hi, I’m Chris Taylor-Rea – a qualified dog behaviourist and trainer with over 10 years of hands-on experience working with dogs and their humans to create calmer, more connected lives together.

You might recognise me from Channel 4’s The Dog House, where I regularly appear as a dog handling expert. Being part of this award-winning, BAFTA-nominated series has given me a unique platform to share my passion for building positive, lasting bonds between rescue dogs and their new families.

Over 13 years working with one of the UK’s top animal rescue charities gave me a profound understanding of canine behaviour, especially the complex emotional needs that often lie behind common challenges. That experience shaped my commitment to ethical, reward-based training methods grounded in the latest behavioural science.

I’m a certified member of COAPE (Centre of Applied Pet Ethology) and CABTi, which means my training practices meet rigorous, evidence-based standards. Your dog’s wellbeing, emotional and behavioural, is always at the heart of what I do.

My approach centres on the EMRA™ framework (Emotion, Mood & Reinforcement Assessment), which helps identify and address the root causes of behaviour, not just the outward symptoms. By focusing on your dog’s emotional world, we can create lasting, positive change for both of you.

Whether you’re struggling with specific issues or simply want to build a stronger bond with your dog, I’ll guide you every step of the way.