Malvern Cleaners call in the dog behaviour consultants for one of our clients!

At Malvern Cleaners, we’re no strangers to furry friends. But when we arrived at a client’s house for a standard cleaning, we weren’t quite prepared for Max, a lovable but anxious pup who believed the world was ending each time his humans left. While Max’s family had forewarned us of his boundless energy, we quickly realized that his separation anxiety was turning our cleaning routine into a game of mop-tag.

The Cleaning Conundrum

From the moment his family stepped out, Max went from friendly greeter to full-time shadow, following our every move, barking, and giving our dusters and mops a run for their money. We tried everything – distractions, toys, even taking cleaning breaks – but Max’s anxiety meant he wasn’t about to let us out of his sight. As much as we loved his enthusiasm, it became clear that cleaning with Max around was no small feat.

Enter Michelle from Rascals Dog Behaviour Consultants (Virtually!)

The client, noticing how Max’s anxiety was affecting the cleaning routine, decided to enlist Michelle from Rascals Dog Behaviour Consultants in Worcester, who offers virtual consultations for exactly this kind of situation. From her computer, Michelle assessed Max’s behaviour and explained to his owners that his separation anxiety could be managed with a few specific techniques. She worked directly with them, teaching methods that helped Max stay calm when left alone, so that we, the cleaners, could finally get down to business.

Positive Training for Pawsitive Results

With her virtual sessions, Michelle taught Max’s owners the power of positive reinforcement and consistent routines. They practised exercises that gradually built Max’s confidence and taught him that it was okay to be left alone without his beloved humans. Michelle showed them how to set up a cosy spot in the living room with a favourite toy, where Max could feel safe and secure. The owners also learned to reward Max’s calm behavior, reinforcing his confidence and easing his attachment.

The Cleaner’s Happy Ending

Thanks to Michelle’s virtual guidance and the dedicated efforts of Max’s owners, cleaning day at Max’s house became a totally different experience. Instead of pacing and vocalizing every time the door shut, Max began to relax in his cosy spot. By the time we arrived, he was calm and happy to observe from a distance rather than insisting on supervising every sweep and scrub.

With Max’s anxiety managed, we could finally focus on our cleaning, and we were thrilled to see the difference Michelle’s virtual training had made. Max even greeted us with a wagging tail from his cosy corner – no barking, no mopping interruptions, and no tug-of-war with the duster.

The Power of Positive Training

Max’s journey shows just how much a bit of positive training can change a pet’s world – and make life easier for everyone involved, even the cleaners. With Michelle’s virtual expertise, Max learned to cope with his separation anxiety, allowing Malvern Cleaners to do our best work without furry distractions.

If you’ve got a lovable but anxious pup in your home, we wholeheartedly recommend Michelle at Rascals Dog Behaviour Consultants. Her virtual sessions were a game-changer for Max and his family, making cleaning day easier, quieter, and way more enjoyable for everyone.

If your dog is suffering from behavioural issues or separation anxiety then we’d recommend Rascals Dog Behaviour Consultants today.