Press Releases

Behaviour News for Vets 03/04/07

As the field of companion animal behaviour counselling expands and more veterinary practices are aware of their client's behavioural needs, it is essential that the latest behaviour information is available to veterinary practices. More....

APBC Tips on Parrots 30/03/07

Further to demand, and the success, of the Top Ten Tips section, the APBC (Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors) has expanded its web site to include a special section on parrots. More....

APBC Offer CPD 24/03/07

The APBC (Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors). is offering an exciting programme of five behaviour events specifically targeted at the veterinary profession. More....

Dangerous Dogs: Why Does This Happen? 05/01/07

On behalf of The Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC), the Chairman, Donna Brander, would like to issue the following statement regarding the recent tragic events involving children and dogs. More....

APBC Enlightens Scottish Parliament 13/10/06

On the invitation of the SSPCA (Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), in response to a presentation by the ECMA (Electric Collar Manufacturers Association), APBC member David Ryan recently enlightened members of The Scottish Parliament Cross-Party Animal Welfare Group when he talked to them about the dangers and welfare implications of using electric shock collars to ‘train’ dogs. More....

2005 APBC Annual Review 23/5/2006

The APBC’s (Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors) Annual Review figures, for cases seen in 2005, show that the two most common behaviour problems occurring in pets are dog aggression and cat indoor toileting problems. More...

Reptile, Cat and Rabbit Behaviour 26/09/2005

As part of its ongoing seminar programme, the APBC are holding workshops on reptile, cat and rabbit behaviour at the Royal Agricultural College in Cirencester, on Saturday 22 nd October. More...

Behaviour Tips for Bonfire Night 27/09/2005

Bonfire Night can be very distressing for many pets and the following suggestions are being made by the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC) to help minimise any potential stress. More...

TV Team Tail APBC Behaviourist 22/09/05

APBC member, Carrie Evans, is to appear in a series of programmes entitled ‘It’s a Dog’s Life’. The series, filmed by Tyne Tees Television, is following a number of people who work with dogs: dog groomer, dog walker, dog day carer, hydrotherapist, pet hotel owner, dog trainer and dog behaviourist. More...

Straight from the Horse's Mouth? 11/09/2005

The APBC is delighted to present its first ever Equine Conference at Horse World, Whitchurch, Bristol on Saturday 19 th November 2005. This groundbreaking event will offer a fascinating insight into horse behaviour and common problems encountered by even the most experienced horse owners..... Read More

Phipps on Humans at Pet Conference (31/08/2005)

Robert Phipps , known to many as the resident body language expert on ITV’s Trisha show, is to be the key speaker at a seminar on Communication, being held by the APBC (Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors) in Spring 2006 (Date to be announced.)..... Read More

Two New Full Members for the APBC 26/08/2005

The APBC is delighted to announce that David Ryan and Claire Arrowsmith have been accepted as Full Members...... Read More

APBC Annual Review 2004 Shows Lack of Socialisation is Still the Main Cause of Aggressive Dogs (12/7/05)

Latest figures published by the APBC (Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors) show that nearly 67% of biting dogs referred for a behaviour consultation had received inadequate socialisation during puppyhood....... Read More

APBC Conference Features Cancer Detecting Dogs (28/9/2004)

The 2004 APBC Conference ‘Thinking Outside the Box’ will feature a fascinating presentation by Claire Guest, Operations Director of Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, about her recent work training dogs to detect bladder cancer......... Read More

Pet Behaviour Franchise Fears (14/7/2004)

The Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC) is growing increasingly concerned about franchised ‘pet behaviour counsellor’ businesses within the UK. Following recent coverage of these franchises in the national press, many pet owners will be unaware that these ‘behaviourists’ have only received a few weeks training before starting to offer advice on what can be potentially dangerous behaviour, such as dog aggression......... Read More

Aggressive Dogs and Spraying Cats Remain Top of the List (18/6/2004)

Latest figures published by the APBC (Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors) shows that aggression in dogs and marking behaviour in cats are still the most commonly referred behaviour problems in the UK pet population..........Read More

Take a Fresh Look at Behaviour
(16/6/2004)

The APBC (Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors) has re-launched its web site. The new look site, which can be found at www.apbc.org.uk , has been designed to be more user friendly and Full Members of the Association can now easily be found by geographic region........ Read More

Crème de la crème for Jersey Pets
(16/6/2004)

Jersey pet owners, who are experiencing behaviour problems with their animals, can now find the very best of help on the Island with Rosie Barclay. Rosie graduated with a 2:1 honours degree in Zoology...... Read More

Easter Bunnies Behaving Badly? (16/3/2004)

Rabbits have increased in number to be the UK’s third most popular pet. Not only do owners now want the same level of veterinary care for their rabbit as they expect for a dog or cat, but they also hope to have a perfect relationship with their pet. From time to time, however, behavioural problems can develop that need some expertise to resolve........Read More