“The relationship we have with our dogs should be a co-operative partnership, based on mutual trust and good communication. Recognise that your dog is a different species with a very different perception of the world we inhabit. If you want your dog to fit into the human world successfully, see them for who they are, ensure their canine needs are fulfilled, learn their language and teach them what they need to know with kindness and compassion. ”
ABOUT ME: My name is Renee, and I am a certified dog behaviour consultant who is dedicated to teaching people and dogs using modern, ethical, rewards-based methods. I keep abreast of developments in behavioural science through on-going study and by regularly attending webinars, workshops and conferences.
EDUCATION:
Certificate IV in Companion Animal Services (Delta Institute). A government accredited 2.5 year behavioural training course known for scientifically supported, positive reinforcement-based dog training techniques. Graduates are qualified as dog trainers and behaviour consultants.
Bachelor of Science in Zoology, with Honours in Animal Behaviour from Monash University.
Graduate Diploma in Secondary Education (Science and Biology)
Professional organisations: I am a current member of a number of professional organisations:
Pet Professional Guild (PPG): An organisation which represents force-free trainers throughout the world, the PPG requires members to maintain high ethical standards and participate in ongoing professional development.
Delta Institute: The Delta Institute is the accrediting body for reward-based trainers who have undertaken their nationally accredited training course.
International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants (IAABC): The IAABC is a professional organisation which aims to elevate animal behaviour consulting and training worldwide through ethical standards and the effective use of Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) practices. They provide evidenced-based education, professional development, and networking for animal behaviour professionals and the public.
Animal Training Academy (ATA): A global support network for animal behaviour professionals, providing ongoing education in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) from world-leading behavioural scientists and consultants.