Ask Michele

Your dog. Your world. Directly online.

If you found this page through one of my books, welcome — you have reached the reader support corner of the Dog Teller universe.

Every dog has a story.
Every relationship has easy moments… and others when you begin to suspect that your dog has been secretly trained by anarchist raccoons.

As a reader, you can send me a question about your dog and receive a free personalised consultation.

No fees. No subscriptions. No intergalactic paperwork.

HOW IT WORKS

Send me a short video

A video of around 30 seconds is usually enough.

You can show me:

  • a behaviour you would like to improve;
  • an exercise that is not working as expected;
  • a real-life situation you are struggling with;
  • or one of those moments when your only training plan is: “Now what?”

You do not need Hollywood lighting, professional editing or a cooperative dog. Shaky videos are fine. Pyjamas are fine. The dog leaving the frame halfway through is practically traditional.

What matters is seeing what really happens.

Or simply write to me

You can send:

  • a description of the situation;
  • a photo;
  • or a simple message explaining what you need help with.

If possible, tell me your dog’s age, breed or type, what happens before the behaviour and what you would like your dog to do instead. These small details often save us from exploring the wrong galaxy.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

Within 48 hours, I will send you a personalised reply — usually a short video explaining:

  • what I can see in the situation;
  • what may be causing the problem;
  • what you can change immediately;
  • and one or more practical exercises to try with your dog.

If you prefer a written reply or a clear step-by-step plan, just let me know.

Occasionally it may take a little longer if I am travelling, teaching or attempting to explain recall training to a reindeer in Lapland. Reindeer are excellent students but terrible with appointment schedules.

WHAT CAN YOU ASK ABOUT?

I can help you with:

  • puppy education;
  • basic training;
  • recall;
  • everyday behaviour problems;
  • outdoor life and travelling with your dog;
  • activities and mental stimulation;
  • communication and relationship;
  • exercises described in my books.

For medical concerns or urgent safety problems, always contact a veterinarian or a qualified professional who can assess your dog in person.

CONTACT ME

Use the form below to send your message, photo or video.

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IN SHORT

Send me your question.
Receive a personalised answer.
Try the suggestions with your dog.
Then, if you like, tell me how your small terrestrial experiment went.

There are no impossible dogs.

Only unique combinations of instinct, experience, fur and human confusion — plus a trainer on the other side of the screen, ready to help.