Kukkur Vachan is a dog behaviour consultancy dedicated to helping dogs and their humans build deeper, healthier, and more harmonious relationships. Founded by Bhavna Gakhar, Kukkur Vachan is built on the belief that understanding a dog changes the way we live with them. Today, Bhavna, along with Avi, works with dog parents to understand the psychology behind their dogs’ behaviour and develop better communication, trust, and connection. Our approach goes beyond simply correcting behaviour. We focus on understanding why a dog behaves the way they do; considering their emotions, experiences, environment, ways of communication, and relationship with their humans. Having worked with 400+ dog parents, we have helped families navigate behavioural challenges including anxiety, reactivity, resource guarding, aggression, leash-related concerns, and communication difficulties. At Kukkur Vachan, we believe dogs are family, not problems to be fixed. We empower dog parents with the knowledge, accountability and practical understanding they need to become more empathetic, confident, and responsible guardians. Meet Our Behaviourists: ✨ Bhavna Gakhar — Founder & Dog Behaviourist Bhavna’s journey into dog behaviour began in 2018 after becoming a dog parent to Doodle (Labrador Retriever) and Gullak (Indie). After six years in corporate recruitment, she transitioned into the field of dog behaviour by starting home boarding in 2020 and working closely with dogs exhibiting symptoms of anxiety, resource guarding, food aggression and other behavioural concerns. She completed her dog psychology training with OhMyDog Academy, Pune, in 2022, and has since worked with 300+ dog parents, helping them better understand their dogs’ behaviour, communication, and emotional needs. ✨ Avi Mittal — Dog Behaviourist Avi’s journey into dog behaviour began in 2023 after welcoming Ringo (Shiba) into her life, followed by Yuzu (Shiba) a year later. After six years as an architect in the construction industry, her experiences as a dog parent led her to explore dog nutrition, psychology, and behaviour. Avi began learning dog psychology and behaviour from Bhavna in 2024, started volunteering in individual and group sessions in 2025, and went on to offer consultations of her own. Her approach combines an understanding of dog psychology with practical dog parenting, with a focus on building communication, trust, and empathy between dogs and their humans. Our Philosophy Our work is guided by three simple pillars: Learn. Lead. Live. 🌟Learn to understand your dog’s psychology, communication, and individuality. 🌟Lead with clarity, empathy, and responsibility. 🌟Live together in a relationship where both the dog and the human can thrive. Through consultations, educational initiatives, and practical guidance, Kukkur Vachan aims to create a more informed community of dog parents and contribute towards a more compassionate, dog-inclusive society. Because better understanding leads to better relationships—and every dog deserves a human who chooses to understand them.