Shivani Kuthe

About

I used to be a bit afraid of dogs, so trust me, I get it if you’re feeling unsure or overwhelmed. Once I started working with animals, I realized how much I love mediating between dogs and their humans. My whole thing is helping you understand why your dog acts the way they do, not just fixing problems.

My Belief

Dogs aren’t “misbehaving”—they’re just being dogs. They want to sniff, run, dig, and play. I’m all about helping you see those behaviors through your dog’s eyes and working with them, not against them.

What I Can Help With

• Puppy behavior consultation: Potty training, chewing, and setting up good habits from the start.
• Reactivity in dogs: Lunging, barking on walks—let’s figure out what’s really going on and make walks less stressful.
• Canine anxiety management: Help with separation anxiety, noise fears (Diwali firecrackers, anyone?), or general city stress.
• Leash manners training: If your dog’s dragging you down the road, we’ll work on calm, loose-leash walking.

My Approach

I use positive reinforcement dog training—no harsh stuff, just science-backed methods that make learning fun. I’ll teach you to read your dog’s “dog-speak” so you can finally understand what they’re trying to say. Enrichment is big for me, too—simple games and puzzles go a long way in keeping your dog happy.

How We Connect

I’m based in Bangalore for in-person consults, but if you’re anywhere else, we can work together online. And if you’re Marathi, don’t be shy to chat in our language—Kasa kai? (How are you?) Let’s help your dog be their best self.