Highly experienced ex-military and Police dog trainer/handler from 1986, went through the common changes of code of practice but always been taught and relied on Positve Reinfocement techniques and heavily applying reward based training instead of punishment as it is suported by all modern science. Very experienced dealing with all types of dogs and issues from behaviour to basic obedience, and relying on clients' feedback with a view to provide better services for all.

 

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Designations: CPDT-KSA

 

Job Title: Dog Training and Behaviour

 

Training Equipment: No aversive equipmemt used apart from starndard collars and leads.

 

Training Philosophy: We are using reward and science-based approach in our training approach, heavily dependant on clients' feedback and dogs' response. Our goal is to improve dog-owner relationship instead of obedience-related issues only.

 

Locations Served: Remotely - world-wide In Person: United Kingdom - SW19, SW20, SW15, KT22, KT11, KT18, KT9

 

Languages: English,Russian

 

We are using the reward based training technique. We are complient with ABTC and Kennel Club codes of conduct and follow LIFE model (Least Inhibitive, Functionally effective) (E. J. Fernandez 2023). While we do not completely ignore bad behaviours, our training methods are based on positive reinforcement. Out training programms do not include using aversive tools like E-collars, prong collars, slip leads or any other outdated physical punishment methods. Studies suggest that the reward based training is significantly more efficient and less stressful for animals compared to aversive methods. James is a member of British Veterinary Behaviour Association and a Kennel Club Accredited Instructor (CD) with about 38 years experience of working with dogs. Most of his life he was working with duty dogs. When he was younger, he used to participate in Military All-Round competitions with duty dogs both National and International as well as working for the Police. The medals for duty and achievements are represented on the dog down here. In 1997, James graduated Emory University of Atlanta, GA, USA in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology (NBB) – BS James has got a decent number of successful stories of resolving difficult cases of dog’s aggression towards dogs and/or people, separation disorders, barking issues, home troubles etc. James is quite confident in dealing with all types of dogs – duty, pet or sports breeds as every each of them has their own talents and it is our responsibility to recognise and develop the best of it. James’ aim is to train you as a dog owner to train your dog so you can practice with your dog when your instructor is not around. He believes it is the most important part of his job – to teach you as there is no one else who would ever know your dog better.