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Hi, I'm Helen!
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My very first job began with horses. My love of animals drove my parents mad and my mum often complained that I was never home (as I was always at the yard) and covered in muck. During this time I owned 3 ponies and 1 complicated ex racehorse. In my teens I worked at numerous Racing, Stud and Eventing Stables in the Berkshire area before going to university. On my return I dabbled in the Hospitality and Automotive Industries, finally deciding in 2017 that I needed to be outside and work with animals.
In 2017, I launched the Woof Pack, offering Dog Walking, Small Pet & Equine Care. In 2019, I began my Dog Behaviourist Career journey; and started offering Canine Training and Behaviour Services. I am a big believer in following the most up to date and ethical methods and practices. I use my knowledge, extensive experience; as well as my hard earned learning credentials to offer the very best outcomes to my clients. My eventual aim is to become a Clinical Animal Behaviourist and work directly with vets and insurers to help offer affordable Behaviour Modification.
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I am an Accredited Behaviourist with the IMDT (IMDTB) which is a Level 5 (Fdsc equivalent) and certified by OCN. I believe that the best care should be available to everyone, which is why I would like to be able to have my services covered in owners Pet Insurance plans in the future. I am also proud to be; a full member of PACT, the IMDT as a Behaviourist, Easy Peasy Puppy Instructor and Dog Trainer and has achieved ATI status with The Animal Behaviour Training Council. As of 2023 I am now studying Level 6 Dog Training and Behaviour (BA equivalent) with The DoGenius Institute.
I am also a very busy Mummy and Step Mummy to 3 beautiful girls. We also have 4 dogs and 2 resident cats.
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Listed below are Helen's Credentials:
Fully insured with Pet Business Insurance - Including XL Bullies - renewed July 2024
CRB checked
Canine first aid (Animal Love First Aid Accredited) - 2022
Canine First Aid - Paw and Pad Injuries - 2021
Level 3 First Aid - Open College of Equine Studies -2021
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Approved/Accredited Status
Institute of Modern Dog Trainers - Accredited Trainer - 2020
Institute of Modern Dog Trainers - Accredited Behaviourist - 2023
DTC (Dog Training College) Approved Dog Trainer - 2020
PACT -Full Member - 2022
Animal Behaviour and Training Council - Animal Training Instructor - 2022
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Correspondence Courses
Canine Care & Behaviour Level 2 (Animal Courses Direct) - 2019
Principles of Dog Training and Behaviour Level 3 (IMDT) - 2020
Level 4 Accredited Advanced Canine Behaviour (BCCS) - 2021
Level 5 Analysis and Application (IMDT) - 2023
Level 6 Dog Training and Behaviour (The DoGenius Institute) IN PROGRESS
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Theory Courses
Canine Communication Diploma (New Skills Academy) - 2021
Pet Psychology Diploma (New Skills Academy) - 2021
Nutrition and Behaviour (School of Canine Science - 2020
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Courses/Conferences Attended
2 day Career as a Dog Trainer (IMDT) - 2020
4 day Career as a Dog Trainer (IMDT) - 2020
2 day Consultation and Follow Up Report (IMDT) - 2020
Dog to Human Aggression (IMDT) -2021
Behaviour Case Studies (IMDT) - 2021
Canine Aggression and Rehabilitation (IMDT) - 2021
4 Day Canine Instructors Course (PACT) - 2022
Easy Peasy Puppy Squeezy (IMDT) - 2023
DogX 2023 (PACT) - 2023
Scentwork and Reactivity (College of Scent Dogs) - 2024
DogX 2024 (PACT) - 2024
2nd Chance Heroes (IMDT) 2024
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Webinars Attended
Understanding the Unneutered Female - Animal Love First Aid - 2024
Lives of Streeties - The Dogenius Institute - 2024
The Art of Communication - The Dogenius Institute - 2024
Respondent Conditioning - The Dogenius Institute - 2024
Keep your Eye on the Balls - Animal Love First Aid - 2024
Interpreting Wild Horse Behaviour - Understand Horses - 2024
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