Helping you take care of your furry friends, using kind and ethical training methods.
Helping you take care of your furry friends, using kind and ethical training methods.
My name is Ange, and I am a Qualified Canine Behaviour Practitioner, and dog trainer, with various qualifications and continuing professional development courses. I have Diploma’s in Canine Behaviour, Advanced Canine Behaviour Diploma and various other diplomas. I have completed my Master Course in Aggression in dogs, and I am mentored
My name is Ange, and I am a Qualified Canine Behaviour Practitioner, and dog trainer, with various qualifications and continuing professional development courses. I have Diploma’s in Canine Behaviour, Advanced Canine Behaviour Diploma and various other diplomas. I have completed my Master Course in Aggression in dogs, and I am mentored by world-renowned aggression expert, Michael Shikashio. I am a Licensed Family Dog Mediator after completing my L.E.G.S Applied Ethology Family Dog Mediator Professional Course with Kim Brophy and applying for my Licence. All qualifications are on the website under the heading qualifications. Before starting my professional career with animals, I spent over 20 years working in the care sector in various roles with vulnerable adults and children.
It is well-known that I have a deep passion for helping Reactive, Fearful, and Anxious dogs, but few people know the story behind it. Here's my tale:
From a young age, I had a fondness for dogs, and I trained my grandmother's Jack Russell Terrier. Although I couldn’t have a dog of my own as a child, I still took friends' and family members' dogs for walks and shared and cared for other pets growing up. I would also spend time at the local cat and rabbit rescue centre.
I always had a particular affection for large breeds, particularly German Shepherds. When I finally got one, I quickly realised how much work was involved in raising a puppy. However, once I established a routine and completed basic training, things improved.
Then he entered adolescence, and his hormones went haywire. Whenever we left the house, my previously well-behaved dog would become a nightmare: spinning, barking, lunging, and showing his teeth. It was heart-breaking, and I felt alone and isolated. I knew I had to help him and myself.
This was the start of my journey of learning. I spent a lot of time, effort, and money studying, researching, and training to help him. Eventually, I discovered that he was genetically anxious, which caused his reactive and fearful behaviours. Once I knew this, I worked tirelessly to build his confidence, trust, and relationship with me. We had a long way to go, but eventually, he began to look to me for guidance and reassurance.
Through this experience, my dog taught me so much, and I became a better person because of him. He also inspired me to assist others with their dogs who were experiencing similar issues.
My areas of expertise are aggression cases, breakdown of relationships between families and dogs. I have extensive knowledge of different forms of aggression in dogs, I am also a certified dog bite prevention educator. In addition, I love using scent work to provide mental stimulation and enrichment for dogs, utilising their primary nat
My areas of expertise are aggression cases, breakdown of relationships between families and dogs. I have extensive knowledge of different forms of aggression in dogs, I am also a certified dog bite prevention educator. In addition, I love using scent work to provide mental stimulation and enrichment for dogs, utilising their primary natural sense - their sense of smell. This approach can be especially helpful for reactive or sensitive dogs, as it can boost their confidence and redirect their focus. I also train parkour as this helps build the dog’s confidence, gives them something to focus on when out on walks so it is a huge benefit to an anxious, over excited and reactive dog.
Reactive or sensitive dogs are a particular passion of mine, and I have focused my professional studies around this subject. In addition to my academic qualifications, I have personal experience in living with an anxious and reactive dog. In my training approach, I use kind and ethical training methods. I adopt a calm, relaxed, and pati
Reactive or sensitive dogs are a particular passion of mine, and I have focused my professional studies around this subject. In addition to my academic qualifications, I have personal experience in living with an anxious and reactive dog. In my training approach, I use kind and ethical training methods. I adopt a calm, relaxed, and patient manner to ensure the dog benefits from the training without feeling stressed. As a member of several professional organisations such as INTOdogs, The Pet Professional Guild, The Dog Welfare Alliance, Pet Professional Network, International Society of Animal Professionals, KAD Kids Around Dogs Approved Professional and ICAN, Ravendale Training and Behaviour is committed to providing the best possible care and training for dogs and families.
In addition to the professional qualifications and accreditations I have already obtained, I am dedicated to ongoing learning and experience. My goal is to provide the best possible help and support to dogs and their owners. I continually update my knowledge in all areas of canine studies and animal behaviour to ensure that my services
In addition to the professional qualifications and accreditations I have already obtained, I am dedicated to ongoing learning and experience. My goal is to provide the best possible help and support to dogs and their owners. I continually update my knowledge in all areas of canine studies and animal behaviour to ensure that my services are up-to-date and of the highest quality.
Furthermore, I am a volunteer Home Checker and Behaviour Assessor for various rescue centres through The Animal Team. This work allows me to give back to the community and to help dogs in need, as well as to gain valuable experience in assessing and addressing behavioural issues in a range of dogs.
My lifelong love of dogs has been a significant source of inspiration for me to pursue my canine studies and animal behaviour. Spending time with my dogs, and other animals has always been a source of joy for me, and I wanted to learn as much as I could to provide them with the best quality of life possible.
Apart from my work with dogs,
My lifelong love of dogs has been a significant source of inspiration for me to pursue my canine studies and animal behaviour. Spending time with my dogs, and other animals has always been a source of joy for me, and I wanted to learn as much as I could to provide them with the best quality of life possible.
Apart from my work with dogs, I also enjoy various craft activities, such as creating dog enrichment toys, making snuffle mats, and doing diamond art. In my free time, I love to read books or relax in front of a good movie. When I'm not working with dogs or pursuing my hobbies, I enjoy riding my motorbikes, attending live gigs, watching motocross, or participating in urban exploration.
In 2022, I was honoured to receive the PDBUK Scent work Award, an award that was voted on by the public.
