Force-free, fear-free trainer

Find out about my experience, professional accreditations, positive reinforcement based training philosophy and continued professional development. 

I will publish more information about myself here soon.

Accreditation

Practical experience

Professional development

Undergraduate study

Training seminars and workshops

Books and DVD: I regularly read books and watch DVDs about all aspects of dog training/animal behaviour.

My mission

  • To support owners and their dogs

  • Owners and dogs have a great relationship and fun together

  • Dogs enjoy a happy, fulfilled life as members of a family

  • Dogs learn through fun, force-free, science-based training

  • Fewer dogs are rehomed or left at shelters

  • Owners enjoy living with their social, and well-mannered dogs

My dog training philosophy

I'm a passionate advocate for modern science-based dog training methods using positive reinforcement. Using rewards such as treats or toys works extremely well. Your dog learns fast and will be keen and happy to do what you want him to do. I want to help you build a great relationship with your dog and for your dog to be well behaved because he wants to not because he’s afraid of the consequences if he doesn’t.

I am a vocal opponent of aversive, dominance-based training techniques, which may result in 'quick fixes' but I believe will ultimately cause more long-term harm than good while damaging the owner-dog relationship.

My first step in behaviour consultations is usually looking at ways we can set up the environment to prevent the dog from rehearsing the unwanted behaviour in the first place. Then we can identify what we want the dog to do instead, and train and reinforce the alternative behaviour. 

My story

Animals, especially dogs, have been my passion for most of my life.

Personal qualities

I can relate to you as I’ve learnt many lessons about raising puppies and living with dogs the hard way, and I made mistakes along the way.

I’m passionate about teaching reward-based training so people can enjoy a great relationship with their dog.

I deeply care about all animals. I'm an active supporter of animal welfare and rescue organisations.