I lived with and loved dogs all my life but started to get interested in working with them since one of my dogs suffered with fear induced aggression. In order to help him, I started to educate myself in Canine communication, behaviour and training. This resulted in not only understanding canines but I also noticed that applying positive reinforcement during the training, giving them the confidence and guidance, the transformation is astonishing. This sort of approach, not only helps the dog to be happy and healthy, but also changes the relationship between the dog and his/hers owner. Thousands of dogs ending up in shelters due to inadequate training and behavioural issues, which in majority of times, can be corrected with the positive reinforcement. I offer:
-walking services when your life gets busy and your canine friend need more mental and physical stimulation
-1:1 walks if your dog needs extra attention, for example is reactive or recovering from illness
- Puppy Training
-Behaviour Modification Training
-wedding chaperone services for when you would like your Canine Friend to be a part of your special day
Any enquiries will start with FREE, no obligation consultation, where I can get to know you and your dog and see how can I help tailored to your and your dog's needs. You can contact me on 07542634053 or email [email protected]
At the moment I cover Worcestershire, Gloucestershire and part of South Wales. I am fully insured and trained in Canine First Aid
1. This is the ethical principle that has guided medical professionals for centuries it is also my
underpinning principle.
2. I will combine positive reinforcement training techniques with an understanding of natural dog
behaviour to educate owners, with the aim of achieving as far as possible, well socialised, well behaved
dogs and good citizens on both ends of the leash.
3. I oppose the use of techniques and equipment that harm or scare the dog.
4. I will conduct myself honestly, professionally and compassionately and perform these services within
the guidelines of this code.
5. I shall continue to develop additional skills and knowledge by keeping myself informed of advances in
the field of canine behaviour, by sensibly evaluating developing theories and training methods, and
promoting them in a manner that will best serve my clients.
6. I will use and advocate training methods that rely on eliciting and reinforcing desired behaviours,
inhibiting or discouraging unwanted or potentially dangerous behaviours with an acceptable level of
‘punishment’, and minimising what many may call ‘aversive’ techniques.
7. When designing training and behavioural modification programs, I will take into account the physical
and psychological well being of my client and the individual dog(s). Furthermore, I shall endeavour to
incorporate responsible caring ownership into their training.
8. I may guarantee in general, satisfaction with my services, but should avoid promising specific training
outcomes or results.
9. I should determine and recognise my own professional limits and abilities, be open and honest with
clients and where necessary refer clients to another practitioner.
10. I will respect the privacy policy and the data protection act; shall not disclose any information
pertaining to my clients or their dog without the client's written permission.
11. I should at all times be aware that the client has called me in as a professional and should conduct my
behaviour with tact and sympathy and strive to become people orientated in my dealings with clients.
12. I shall respect the views and independence of other dog trainers and behaviour practitioners, and shall
not publicly decry their conduct, methods or opinions unless the conduct, method or opinions could be
considered as abuse.
13. I shall maintain professional relationships with my clients. I shall not exploit such relationships for
improper personal, professional or financial gain, nor seek inappropriately to impose my own values on
clients.
14. I shall at all times conduct my work considering the health and safety of myself, my client and the
welfare of their dog. I shall also consider my health and safety responsibilities to the general public and
maintain a valid public liability and/or professional indemnity insurance policy.
15. This code of conduct is a living document and will be developed to reflect adaptive dog training
methods.
