17/12/2024
Welcome to my page! A little introduction:
I'm Ilse Fourie, a multi-credentialed (CBCC-KA, DipCABT, CertCAB) Canine Behaviour Consultant, Fear Free Certified Elite Professional, Fear Free Certified Animal Trainer and Fear Free Coach.
I am passionate about building a Fear Free culture in clinics and other pet professional businesses as I believes that “living Fear Free” is paramount for the successful and sustainable implementation of Fear Free™.
I obtained my Master’s degree in arts (University of Cape Town), before making the decision to turn my passion and hobby (dog training) into a full-time vocation at the end of 2016. I furthered my education to complete both the Certificate and Diploma in Companion Animal Behaviour and Training (CertCAB and DipCABT) from the Centre of Applied Pet Ethology (COAPE) and my CBCC-KA whilst simultaneously gaining experience as part of a positive reinforcement canine training team in the Cape Winelands and volunteering at the Animal Welfare Stellenbosch shelter.
In January 2021, I joined the German Veterinary Clinic team in Abu Dhabi. I worked closely with Dr Katrin Jahn, the only board certified veterinary behaviourist in the Middle East, developing and implementing behaviour modification plans for Dr Jahn’s behaviour patients. I was also the “Fear Free advocate” in the clinic, frequently training the clinical, reception and housekeeping teams in Fear Free practices, protocols and handling. At the start of this year, I played an instrumental role in obtaining the clinic's Fear Free Veterinary Practice Certification; a first for Africa, the Middle East and Asia.
I will be returning to South Africa in February 2025 and I am passionate about sharing the knowledge and experience I've gained with veterinary and other pet care professionals across South Africa.
I will be offering both onsite, in-person and online consultations, coaching and training across South Africa.
I'm counting down the days!
