ACCREDITATIONS & PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
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VICTORIA STILWELL ACADEMY (VSA)
I graduated with distinction in 2017 and have been granted official status as a Victoria Stilwell Academy – Certified Dog Trainer (VSA-CDT). I have continued my education, training and professional development since graduating and am studying for a Level 5 Diploma in Canine Psychology & Behaviour, with the International School for Canine Psychology & Behaviour (ISCP). The VSA is the world’s premier institution for professional dog trainer education and graduates have been rigorously assessed at the highest level for both skills and knowledge in the areas of dog training, behaviour modification, canine ethology and creative problem
https://www.vsdogtrainingacademy.com
DOG TRAINING COLLEGE (DTC)
The DTC is an organisation recognised worldwide for providing hundreds of ethical and science based courses, webinars, certifications and so much more. They are for all types of pet professionals who want to continue working on their education and professional development. I have completed many courses under the DTC and because I value their ethos, underwent an assessment to become an Approved Dog Trainer with the DTC.
THE UK DOG BEHAVIOUR AND TRAINING CHARTER
I'm a proud member of The Charter which was formed as a collaboration between a number of leading professional associations all pulling together to make it crystal clear that methods inducing fear and pain cannot be supported nowadays. The Charter is a very simple system where the signatory organisations remain entirely autonomous but pull together to make a real difference to dog welfare and customer confidence.
THE PET PROFESSIONAL GUILD (PPG)
The PPG is a membership organisation representing pet industry professionals who are committed to results based, science based force-free training and pet care. I am an active member of PPG British Isles (membership no 35675726)
https://www.petprofessionalguild.co.uk/Full-Directory
THE PET PROFESSIONAL NETWORK (PPN)
I'm a Gold Member of the PPN which was the first international business support organisation for force free pet professionals. We work in collaboration with world class training and behavioural institutes helping connect members with like-minded professionals in a safe environment. By being a member I am committed to giving my clients the best and most effective long-term support and will also encourage other professionals to reach out and help support each other, in a safe coaching environment.
THE INTERNATIONAL COMPANION ANIMAL NETWORK (ICAN)
ICAN was founded by a group of prominent organisations and education providers who use and recommend purely force-free methods. They formed in order to meet the profound need for solidarity, mutual support, communication and cooperation between professionals working in the animal behaviour and training realm. I am an active member due to my accreditation with the VSA, Gold membership with the PPN and my studies with the ISCP.
https://internationalcompanionanimalnetwork.org/
THE DOG WELFARE ALLIANCE (DWA)
The DWA is a non-profit organisation that connects all those who have an interest in dog behaviour and welfare. The membership subscriptions and donations are passed on in full to rescue shelters, so that they can save dogs in urgent need. The DWA helps rescues to fund veterinary care, education programs and dog sanctuaries. It brings together members of the public, organisations, governing bodies, behaviourists and trainers, students of dog behaviour, veterinary surgeons, therapists and rescue shelters.
