I have owned, handled trained and competed with dogs for 17 years. I’ve been involved in ANKC (Australian National Kennel Council) and its Victorian affiliate Dogs Victoria for many years. I believe that dogs are an integral part of the family, and am keen to assist people, their dogs and families, achieve a relationship and understanding which allows the humans to enjoy the massive benefits dogs
can bring, while the dogs feel loved, safe, secure in their human pack, and enjoy a rich and fulfilling life. My Experience:
The disciplines in which I’ve successfully competed in include:
• Obedience
• Rally Obedience
• Agility & Jumping
• Dances with Dogs
• Heelwork to Music
• Tracking
• Endurance
• Conformation Showing
• Scent-Work
• NADAC Agility
I’ve gained Qualifying Scores in all of these disciplines and have Titled multiple dogs in most of them. I’m also employed by the Responsible Pet Ownership Program to visit schools and pre-schools along with my current dog Azhura, and teach children about Dog Safety, Responsible Dog Ownership, and how to respectfully approach a dog. I’m also training my 2nd dog, Flayme, to be assessed by this Program. My Training credentials:
I have been teaching Obedience and Agility classes in my local Dog Club for around 12 years now. I am a Dogs Victoria Certified Obedience Instructor, having gone through their Obedience Instructor Training, and completing both their written and practical examinations. I’ve attained a Certificate IV online in Canine Care & Training. I am undertaking the Delta Dog Training Course.
