Meet Adem Fehmi, our dog behaviourist

Meet Adem Fehmi, our dog behaviourist and trainer, and the friendly expert behind much of our training and behaviour advice. With more than 15 years helping owners understand their dogs, Adem is all about clear communication and a little patience, the two things that turn a tricky moment into a tail-wagging one. Whether you're raising a new pup or working through a wobble, he's here to help you and your dog understand each other.

Who is Adem Fehmi?

Adem's love of dogs started early. He got his first dog at nine, after saving up by washing cars and running errands around the neighbourhood, and quickly learned that life with a dog is a two-way conversation. As a teenager he soaked up everything he could, going along to local training classes and working in boarding kennels with dogs of every shape, size, breed, and temperament. That's where he learned to read dogs and to help them through whatever behaviour they arrived with. More than 15 years on, Adem has built his career helping owners understand their dogs and, when needed, work through training or behaviour hiccups, so more people can enjoy their dogs and more dogs can enjoy their people.

Adem's credentials

Adem holds a BSc and is a registered, certified member of the Canine and Feline Behaviour Association (CFBA), one of the UK's professional bodies for behaviourists, which is where the "MCFBA" after his name comes from. Being CFBA-accredited means his behaviour modification work is fully accredited to a recognised standard, and it can often be claimed through pet insurance where a policy covers behavioural support. He's the owner and founder of Dog-ease, his own training and behaviour practice, where he's regularly recommended by local vets. Beyond the day job, Adem has appeared on national TV and BBC radio, and worked alongside the Kennel Club and the RSPCA at events like Crufts, Countryfile Live, and The Game Fair.

Adem's approach

Adem's style is simple: understand the dog first. He believes most training and behaviour issues come down to communication, so his advice focuses on helping you read what your dog is telling you and respond in a way they understand. It's calm, kind, and practical, the sort of guidance you can actually use on a wet Tuesday walk, not just in theory.

What Adem does for Barking Heads

Adem is our behaviour and training partner. He writes for our blog and is on hand with tips for everyday life with your dog, from settling a new puppy to smoothing out the bumps along the way. He looks after the lifestyle side of a happy dog, the walks, the manners, and the calm goodbyes, while the bowl is in the hands of our recipes and our vet, Dr Scott Miller. Together, that's food and behaviour pulling in the same direction.

Where to find Adem's advice

Adem's know-how runs right through our training and behaviour content. Good places to start are his guides to managing separation anxiety, travelling safely in the car with your dog, and his staycation tips for trips away. If you've got a new arrival, pair them with our puppy guide for the full picture.