About

I am passionate about animals and since 2014, have been working professionally with dogs on a 121 basis. ​​​​I specialise in aversive dog behaviours including reactivity and aggression.  My emphasis is on the emotions of dogs & I strive to help owners who may be struggling with the behaviour of their pets.

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My background includes being involved in rehoming adopted dogs to the UK from overseas and helping them adapt to new environments.

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​I hold a student membership with The Canine Behaviour & Training Society who is a practitioner organisation of the Animal Behaviour & Training Council (ABTC).  The ABTC is recognised for setting & monitoring standards of competence & professionalism in the behaviour industry.  As at early 2025, I am finalising my accreditation for the full Clinical Animal Behaviourist qualification at Level 6. 

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PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, ACCREDITATIONS & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

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​​Advanced Diploma Applied Animal Behaviour (Canine)/Compass Education & Training - Level 5 (ABTC recognised courses) (2024)

• Biochemistry of the Brain

• Pharmacology

• The (canine) Internal Environment

• The (canine) External Environment

• The Law

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Open University (undergraduate) courses - Levels 4 & 5 Cert HE (Open) (2009)

• Social Sciences & Psychology 

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Cambridge Institute of Dog Behaviour Training - Level 4 courses (2017/18)

• Understanding Canine Care & Behaviour

• Common Canine Behaviour Problems

• Professional Instructor Skills & Management

 

​Aggressivedog.com (2021)

• Aggression in Dogs Master Course - Mike Shikashio

 

The University of Edinburgh - MOOC courses (2023)

• Animal Behaviour & Welfare

• Dog Emotion & Cognition

• The Truth about Cats & Dogs

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Institute of Modern Dog Training (IMDT) (2015)

• 2 day Career as a Dog Trainer

 

Doglaw course: What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know - Trevor Cooper (2024)

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The School of Canine Science (2024)

• Physiology

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Aggression in Dogs Conference - 2022

• Unique medical conditions in aggression cases - Dr Amber Batson

• Advanced concepts in leash reactivity - Jessica Wheatcraft

• Social neuroscience, psychology & ethology of aggression in wild & domestic canids - Simon Gadbois

• The complexities of aggression cases: The human side of the equation - Rise Van Fleet

• Boundaries & Bonding without bites - Jennifer Shyrock & Helen St Pierre

• The Great Expectations of Cooperative Care: Unravel the Who, Where, What & Why of Husbandry Behaviours - Laura Monaco Torelli

• Hunting Together? Possibilities, Challenges & Limitations of a R+ Approach for Predatory Behaviour -Simone Mueller

• Screw the Pooch – Ethology explains the Masterpiece of Natural Selection & the Mess of Artificial Selection in Modern Canine Aggression Cases - Kim Brophey​

 

​Aggression in Dogs Conference  - 2023

• Possession is 10/10th of the Law – What if Resource Guarding Means More than we think it Does? - Sue Sternberg

• Nature Favors the Brave: A Biological Look at Aggression - Tim Lewis

• If the Environment trains your dog, Can you out-train the environment? - Tim Lewis & Sue Sternberg

• From Death Row to Deliverance: Practical Approaches to Behaviour Change Strategies for Shelter Dogs with a History of Aggression - Saharai Salazar

• Lip Licks & Tucked Tails: Humane Handling & Restraint in a High Stress World - Christine Calder

• Impulsivity & Aggression - Kristina Spaulding

• It’s Time to See the VB: The Complexity of Aggression Cases Seen by Veterinary Behaviourists - Wailani Sung

• Roommates Bite: Success in Intrahousehold Aggression - Sarah Stremming

• The Importance of Complex Social Lives: Lessons Learned from Streeties - Sindhoor Pangal

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Aggression in Dogs Conference - 2024

• The Great Big Dog Bite Outbreak - Michael Shikashio

• Trauma and Dogs in Animal Shelters - Dr. Sheila Segurson

• Enriched & Engaged: Enhancing the Lives of Dogs Under Restriction – Jess Erace & Sarah Rodriquez

• All Dogs Love Me! - Emma Parsons

• Shark Week: Taking the BITE Out of Conflict for Improved Connections and Training Outcomes - Carmaleta Aufderheide

• Treats: Your Best Friend or Your Worst Enemy? - Jess Feliciano

• Thinking Outside the Kennel: Approaches to Assessing and Modifying Canine Reactivity in Shelters – Laurie Lawless

• Preventing Aggression at the Source: How Can We Change a Broken System? – Dr Jessica Perry Heckman

• Trainers and Vets: Collaboration is the Best Treatment for the Pets – Dr Kelly Moffat & Sam Freeman

• Taking the Grrrrr Out of Growly Services: Biz Success Tips from dogbiz – Veronica Boutelle

• The Play Way! A Therapeutic Intervention for Stress, Fear, Anxiety, and Aggression – Dr Amy Cook

• Canine Conspirators: How Dogs Made the Modern World Possible – Dr Clive Wynn

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Webinars & Distance Learning (2019 - 2023)

• Learning Theory

• Separation Anxiety

• Canine Aggression & Rehab

• Behaviour Case Studies

• Perfect Puppy Foundation

• Suzanne Clothier - Treat & Retreat

• CAT (Constructional Aggression Treatment)

• Our Dog Bit our Toddler! - Help! (part 1 & 2)

• Assessing Canine Posture & Movement

• The Genetics of Aggression

• The role of Emotions in Aggressive Behaviour​
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• Faith - Founder of Panda Pet Services  Cert HE (Open)