Edinburgh Dog and Cat Behaviourist Mat Ward

★★★★★

“I contacted Mat for advice on how to reduce the stress between my two cats. Star's overgrooming had reached a horrible state. Mat helped me just when I really needed it. He is a very good listener and asked important questions, things I hadn't really considered, in order to come up a plan of action to help me and my two cats. Happy to say that Star's fur is finally regrowing and he's showing real signs of getting back to his old self. I highly recommend Mat.”

★★★★★

“Mat was incredibly helpful in solving the problem of our cat’s inappropriate toileting problems. He took the time to fully understand both of our cats and analyze the situation and context before proposing reasonable and actionable solutions, with helpful follow up and check ins. Mat is super friendly and easy to talk to, and I also enjoy his YouTube videos!”

★★★★★

“Mat has been an absolute lifesaver for us and for Theo. When we first reached out, Theo’s separation anxiety was affecting his wellbeing and our daily routine, and we felt completely overwhelmed. From the very first session, Mat was calm, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable. He took the time to really understand Theo’s personality, our home environment, and our concerns, rather than offering generic advice. What stood out most was Mat’s compassionate, evidence-based approach. He explained everything clearly, helped us understand why Theo was behaving the way he was, and gave us practical, realistic strategies that actually worked. The progress we’ve seen in Theo has been remarkable — he is noticeably calmer, more confident, and far more settled when left alone. Mat also supported us as humans, not just as pet parents. He reassured us, checked in regularly, and made the whole process feel manageable rather than stressful. It’s clear that he genuinely cares about the animals and families he works with. We cannot recommend Mat highly enough to anyone dealing with separation anxiety or behavioural challenges. His expertise, empathy, and dedication make a real difference.”