Living with a reactive, nervous or barky dog, or one who struggles with their nutritional health, can be overwhelming enough - and trying to find someone to help can be even more daunting.

We know that a big factor in choosing the right person to work with is hearing about other people’s experiences, so we have collected some of the stories and feedback our clients have shared with us - we really hope you enjoy reading them.

If you think Holistic Pet Services is the right fit for you, or if you’d like to ask us a few questions before making a decision, please book in for a free guidance call - we can’t wait to hear from you!

"I honestly could not have achieved as much as I have done without the guidance of Alyssa Ralph and her team.

Mabel was totally out of control with her fear reactivity. The world was a scary place for her and no matter what I tried it didn't help. Alyssa took us through a whole specialised holistic assessment of Mabel's wellbeing including diet, lifestyle, sleeping patterns, obvious pain, lameness and what are her triggers.

It was thorough, thought provoking and exposing. We think because we've owned dogs our whole life that we know how to manage any situation. How wrong were we! In the past 18 months Alyssa and her team have taught us that reactivity can present itself for many reasons. We have been provided with so many resources as a 121 client and even more by joining her Barky Dog Squad. This is where the magic really happens, there's a true squad feel to this community, a raft of support, easily navigated resources and so much support.

Knowing what I now know, has been life changing.

Thank you Alyssa."

Kerri & Mabel

  • "Alyssa's knowledge is so in depth. Personal experience tells me that you will definitely learn so much and understand your dog and enjoy your time together so much more."

    Helen & Pumpkin

  • "I highly recommend Alyssa Ralph if you have a reactive dog. She knows so much about dog behaviour, has experience of owning her own reactive dog and is just so lovely and caring."

    Jackie & Ollie

  • "Bailey had no gut issues (except a side effect from a medication) since being on your diet. No skin issues or anal gland problems and his coat was amazing. I think it really helped his quality of life significantly."

    Lisa & Bailey

  • "Going to a nutritionist is the best thing I have done for my anxious dog. By far. We did a poop test and got specific vitamins and supplements, and it has helped significantly."

    Lara & Charlie

"I highly recommend Alyssa and would give 10 stars if I could! I was recommended Alyssa after working with another behaviourist and feeling very disheartened. I was having troubles with my dog being reactive and biting when I was pregnant and it was an extremely challenging time. Alyssa gave sound advice from the onset, not only regarding his behaviour but his nutrition too and we saw huge improvements. She also gave advice to my family whilst my dog was with them when I had my son in hospital.

She is kind, warm and has an unbelievable amount of knowledge and explains things in a way that you understand.

I never felt judged by Alyssa and she provided lots of emotional reassurance even when it wasn't her job to.

With Alyssa's help I was able to manage my dog until I recently found a new home for him.

Thank you so much Alyssa you are a star."

Kayleigh & Benny

  • "Great group session with Alyssa and Sarah today. Scout is shattered and slept all the way home. So proud of his progress so far and grateful for their support."

    Emma & Scout

  • "One of the best things I ever did for my dog was work with a fab canine nutritionist. Alyssa is also a clinical animal behaviourist and I can highly recommend her if you want to go down that route!"
    Eleni & Westley

  • "Very proud dog dad. He's come on so much the last couple of months it's amazing. Can't thank you enough for your help and advice."

    Jake & Eddie

  • "I wanted to say a huge thanks. Ernie has been jumping in the car now on his own for 2 months I think (maybe longer). He'll do it anywhere and always in under 20 seconds! He's so much happier these days."

    Beth & Ernie

"I’ve really enjoyed the programme overall and felt so supported by Alyssa as we moved through the different stages. In our initial meeting, it was so nice and refreshing to talk through Trevor’s issues with someone who wasn’t judgemental and provided practical solutions to our problems which were demonstrated, so I could easily copy and replicate when I was on my own.

I really feel like I have the tools and the knowledge to support Trevor in a better way now. We started with barking at any noises whilst in the home and garden, but as new problems arose, they were catered for in the plan. I can honestly say that Trevor has progressed so much in just the 4 sessions. I feel like we have bonded even more and I hope that we can continue to improve! Our life at home seems so much more relaxed.

I speak so highly of the service and would recommend to anyone who is struggling! The documentation, the feedback, the sessions and the homework is so thorough, but so worthwhile and rewarding. Thank you so much!"

Mel & Trev

  • "I never forget our video call, when I was in tears, wondering how we could help Alfie and if things would ever change. You gave me help, support and confidence - you're one very special lady, who I tell many people about who has made a difference to our lives."

    Debbie & Alfie

  • "Alyssa has a remarkable ability to listen (and we have a lot to say) and distill our experience into an exercise and within minutes show us how to manage our reactive dog in different situations. Our rescue parsons has quickly become more manageable and a pleasure. We will continue to seek her help in our journey and highly recommend her and her approach to anyone."

    Helen & Fyn