I have 15 years of experience as a Dog Trainer and Instructor, teaching one-on-one and group classes.
- I hold an Honours Degree in Science.
- I completed a nationally recognised government accredited Certificate in Dog Behaviour and Training through the National Dog Trainers Federation, with additional studies in training dogs for Assistance Roles (i.e. Disability Support) and for Substance Detection.
- I have been certified through the Clicker Trainer’s Competency Assessment Programme (CAP), gaining Distinctions at both Level 1 and Level 2.
- I am a Certified Trick Dog Instructor through Do More With Your Dog!® which is the official sanctioning and organizing body for the sport of Dog Tricks.
- I have completed Canine Hoopers World Instructor training.
- I am a member of the South Australian Canine Association.
- I am an ANKC Scent Work Judge.
- I am a Certified Cooperative Paws Service Dog Coach
- I completed a course in Advanced Techniques for Increasing Motivation and Drive at the Michael Ellis School for Dog Trainers in California, USA as well as Principles of Dog Training Level 1 and Level 2 online.
- I have volunteered for Guide Dogs SA and I have been a foster carer for the Greyhound Adoption Program (GAP)
- I have provided and trained animals for theatre, films and TV commercials.
- I have participated in a number of dog sport activities including Dances With Dogs and Rally.
Seminars/workshops/courses:
Prof Paul McGreevy – University Lecturer and Specialist in Veterinary Behavioural Medicine – “A Modern Dog’s Life” and “Carrots and Sticks”
Dr Ian Dunbar – 3-day seminar “Science-Based Dog Training (with Feeling)”
Dr Roger Abrantes – 3-day seminar “The brave new world of dog training: science with a brain and a heart”
Steve Austin, Elite Dog Trainer – weekend seminar held at Camp Tailwaggers in Queensland
TMLE Dangerous Dog Handling Course presented by Steve Austin – 1-day practical training
Dr Ian Dunbar’s Training Academy – Reliability and Games Training Workshop – online training course.
Dr Robert Bailey 2-day Seminar – “Bob Bailey in Adelaide”
Gabina Macounova Obedience seminar – Adelaide
Dave Kroyer Obedience Seminar – Adelaide
Ryan Tate – TATE Animal Training Enterprises Introduction To Scent Detection Workshop
Michael Ellis Principles of Dog Training 1 and 2
- I have a National Police Certificate (a ‘police check’)
- I hold Public Liability Insurance
- I am qualified to Provide First Aid.
