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About Me
Together we will teach your Dog using reward based techniques, and personalise your training programme to suit you and your household.
To read more about how I can help you please visit the 'Puppies', 'Classes', '1-2-1' or 'Behaviour' pages, for me information, or please do contact me if you have any questions, I'm always very happy to help you.
To ensure I can give you the best support I have a level 6 Advanced Diploma in Canine Behaviour with Disitinction. I am a Member of the IMDT, an Approved Dog Trainer with the Dog Training College and Certified Puppy Training Specialist. I have been working with Dogs since 2011 and established Kirsty's Paws in 2018.
Kirsty's Paws was named Winner of the Dog Training Company of the Year by the South England Prestige Awards 2022/2023. And was selected as a winner of Small Business Sunday by Theo Paphitis in 2024.
I am a member of the IMDT and Approved by The Dog Training College. I'm also a Gold member of the Pet Professional Network, a member of the ISCP, ISAP and ICAN, a Friend Member of the Association of INTODogs and a member of the Initiative for Force Free Dog Training.
SBS Winner
Kirsty's Paws has been awarded as a Small Business Sunday winner by Theo Paphitis
Dog Training Company of the Year 2022/2023
Kirsty's Paws was named winner of Dog Training Company of the Year by The South England Prestige Awards 2022/2023
So that I can give you the best training experience I am committed to ongoing education.
I have achieved the highest possible grades in each the following courses:
- Advanced Diploma in Canine Behaviour Level 6
- Advanced Diploma in Applied Animal Behaviour (Canine) Level 5
- Open College Network Level III 'Principles of Dog Training and Behaviour’ accredited certification
- IMDT Membership Assessment
- Puppy Specialist Course
- Advanced Canine Body Language Level 3 (VTQ)
- Canine Body Language Instructor
- Canine First Aid Level 2 Certificate
- Canine Behaviour Counselling (Theory and Practice) Level 3 Diploma
- Animal Behaviour Level 3 Diploma
- Professional Dog Obedience Trainer Diploma
- Professional Holistic Animal Healing Level 3 Diploma
- So You Want to be a Dog Trainer? College Certificate
- Animal Anatomy and Physiology Level 3 Diploma
- Canine Psychology Part 3 ‘A Journey Deeper Into the Dog’s Mind’ College Certificate
- Pet Psychology Level 3 Diploma
- Canine Psychology Part 2 ‘A Journey Through the Ages’ College Certificate
- Animal Management Level 3 Diploma
- Introduction to Canine Psychology College Certificate
- Animal Management Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma
- Animal Care BTEC Level 2 Diploma
I also have a range of other related certificates and keep up to date with the latest studies, seminars and literature available including:
- Dog Training College - Gundog Certified Specialist
- Dog Training College - Assistance Dog Certified Specialist
- IMDT - Pet Dog Gun Dog Training Course
- Easy Peasy Puppy Squeezy Qualified Instructor with the IMDT
- Dog Training College - Children and Dogs Specialist
- Dog Training College - Canine Scentwork Specialist
- IMDT - 3 Day Puppy Instructor Course
- IMDT - Canine Body Language
- IMDT - 4 Day Practical Instructor Course
- IMDTB - Dealing with Noise Sensitivity and Phobias
- Dognostics - Canine Enrichment Technician Certification
- IMDTB - Behaviour Case Studies
- IMDT - 1 Day Canine Aggression and Rehabilitation
- IMDTB - Resource Guarding
- IMDTB - Separation Anxiety
- IMDT - Happy Recallers
- IMDT - Loose Leaders
- IMDT - 1 Day Perfect Puppy
- IMDT - Career as a Dog Trainer (2 Day)
- School of Canine Science - The Puppy Lab
- School of Canine Science - Behavioursism 101
- School of Canine Science - The Art of Consultation
- School of Canine Science - The Science of Scent
- Dog Training College - Reactive Rascals Certificate
- Dog Training College - Canine Body Language Certificate
I am also a Canine Body Language Instructor in association with the Dog Training College.
I am currently studying the 3 Year Behaviour Bible with The School of Canine Science.
I am fortunate enough to share my life with a beautiful Staffordshire Bull Terrier called Shadow, she's 16 and we have been together since she was 8 weeks old, every day she fills my life with love and happiness and together we have practiced many enjoyable training activities that I would love to share with you too!
In 2009 I rescued a wonderful Bull Mastiff called Lola who lived out her years enjoying her time with Shadow and I - I learned so much from that girl and loved her deeply!
I also grew up with two fabulous Collies who I have very fond memories of!
When I am not studying or spending quality time with Shadow, I enjoy going to a variety of dance classes and aerial arts!
Thank you for reading,
Kirsty