Certifications:

 

Designations: ABCDT

 

Job Title: Certified Dog Trainer & Canine Behavior Consultant

 

Training Equipment: Absolutely no punishment equipment such as choke chains, pinch collars or e-collars!

 

Training Philosophy: Positive / Relationship-Based Training

 

Locations Served: Granite Bay, Folsom, Roseville, Rocklin, Orangevale, Citrus Heights CA

 

Languages: English

 

Puppies, Basic Obedience, Behavior Modification, Reactivity & Aggression, Therapy Dog Training, Tricks, One on One Training, Group/Class Training, Agility and Walk & Train. The owner of ‘Scamps To Champs Dog Training’, Derek and his business, have now moved to Granite Bay, CA. Previously based in NYC for 8 years, and originally from England, Derek’s love and passion for dogs began at a very early age, always having a variety of breeds as family members. Living in America has been an exciting time in his life. Joining the Animal Behavior College opened his eyes to the wonderful possibility of using his past background in early childhood development with his new and exciting career as a professional dog trainer. Having this background has helped Derek develop interpersonal relationships between both dogs and their family members as well as build his classroom teaching style. While completing his internship from the Animal Behavior College, Derek worked closely with his colleagues at his work placement, which has given him a vast knowledge base. He continues to advance this by attending multiple workshops, including Pat Miller’s dog aggression workshop, and also attending a therapy dog training workshop, to name a few.