My long career (over 25 years) has involved many different aspects within the world of dogs.
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From obedience training and judging to
dealing with complex behavioural disorders and remedial training. My
expertise encompasses everything from puppies to canine geriatrics,
whatever the breed or size.
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I am often asked to help in the training of dogs that have hearing and sight difficulties.
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I run courses for professional dog walkers in accordance with my book "The Complete Guide For Dog Walkers"..
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I welcome any time spent working with puppies as well as offering advice on how to choose a suitable puppy, breeder, etc.
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On my first visit/consultation to your home
I will structure a personalised plan for all new owners, advising them
on how to socialise, educate and bring up their new dog. (These are
held firstly in the house and then outside.)
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A large proportion of my work is dealing
with problems, including subjects like separation anxiety, aggression
and, of course, remedial training,
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My career has involved working at various
rescue centres where my duties included corrective training
to enable dogs, who were initially unsuitable, to be re-homed.
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Prior to this I was Chief Dog Handler, in
charge of employing and overseeing personnel and the training of guard
dogs at the biggest dog security company in the UK.
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My advice on dogs is sought as far apart as breeders in Europe and animal-related magazines in America.
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In 1992 I spent 10 weeks as a dog expert on
a UK tour with the ‘Come Alive’ Magazine Show, sponsored by
the Daily Express. My role was 2 x 1 hour slots a day, 5 days a week,
where I spoke to the public about the rudiments of pet care and the
handling and training of companion dogs. I demonstrated these
techniques with my much loved Border Collie, Spooks.
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One of my main interests, apart from dogs,
is wolves. When time allowed I liked to spend it as a handler at the UK
Wolf Conservation Trust in Berkshire. I still visits when time allows.
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I live on the borders of Surrey and South West London.
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