Welcome
Sally Gutteridge is a canine author and qualified behaviour specialist with experience ranging from military search dogs to rescue, scentwork and trauma-informed care. Her writing and teaching centre on compassion, emotional safety and understanding the dog in front of you.
The Books Your Dog Wants You To Read
Understanding your dog shouldn’t feel confusing.
Sally’s books bridge modern canine science with empathy and practical guidance, helping you support your dog in a way that strengthens your bond.
If you're not sure where to start, check out the eBook bundles below or get in touch.
eBook Bundles
Learn more for less from the books that naturally fit together, choose your topic below.
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Be Your Own Dog Trainer
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Guardian's Bumper Bundle
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Understanding Reactive Behaviour
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Dog Rescuer's Bundle
Regular price £14.99 GBPRegular priceSale price £14.99 GBP
Reader Reviews
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"Another excellent book from Sally Gutteridge. This particular book provided extra insights into the possible trauma and consequential behaviour of one of our rescue GSPs. Would highly recommend reading the whole series"
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"I found many parallels in the story with my own dog and also plenty of practical advice on caring and understanding these special dogs with a kind approach to help them live the best lives they can"
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"What a fantastic book, for those that have never worked on a problem like this before such as reactivity and building resilience in your dog this book is for you!"
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Join Sally's Community
Skool for Dog People is a gentle, uplifting space where you can learn, practise and connect alongside people who truly understand. Through daily support, simple games, scentwork foundations and supportive discussion, the community helps you build a calm, confident partnership with your dog.
Member Reviews
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"Sally’s Skool For Dog People community is one of the very few places where you’re always made to feel welcome, genuine care for dogs and their humans runs through every part of it"
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"This is a wonderful, supportive community where dog lovers can learn and grow alongside their pup.
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"I discovered Sally on a Zoom conference and then read one of her brilliant books. I'm glad to have just joined this community of dog lovers ❤️"
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What Members Get
Daily check ins and support.
Daily check ins and support in both forums and live chats with Sally and other members.
Access to expert guidance.
Calmness, scentwork and wellbeing advice along with how to have the best relationship with your dog.
A community that genuinely cares.
We each offer support for reactive dogs, anxious dogs and overwhelmed guardians, we are a safe space and a caring collective of amazing people - just like you!
Member support meetings.
A safe space to share and ask advice, and realise you are not alone, we meet up live to catch up and share experiences, advice and laughter!
Latest Posts
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E-Collars and the Silent Fallout: Research on S...
Discover the research-backed evidence on e-collar damage to dogs. From stress hormones to learned helplessness, understand the silent psychological fallout of shock collar training.
E-Collars and the Silent Fallout: Research on S...
Discover the research-backed evidence on e-collar damage to dogs. From stress hormones to learned helplessness, understand the silent psychological fallout of shock collar training.
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Understanding Consent: When Your Dog Says No
Learn to recognise and respect when your dog says no. Discover why consent matters for your dog's emotional health and how ignoring boundaries creates learned helplessness.
Understanding Consent: When Your Dog Says No
Learn to recognise and respect when your dog says no. Discover why consent matters for your dog's emotional health and how ignoring boundaries creates learned helplessness.
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Building Optimism and Joy: The Emotional Founda...
Discover how emotional health transforms dog training. Learn about optimism, glimmers, setting up for success, rewarding everything, and why positive energy matters for your dog's wellbeing.
Building Optimism and Joy: The Emotional Founda...
Discover how emotional health transforms dog training. Learn about optimism, glimmers, setting up for success, rewarding everything, and why positive energy matters for your dog's wellbeing.