My job is to keep up to date with current research and to be knowledgeable about dogs and their interactions with the environment so that we can effectively manage, modify & change your dog’s behaviour.
Before we embark on any behavioural change program or training sessions all dogs will need a face to face assessment.
Methods
The methods I use incorporate the protocols based around Desensitisation & Counter Conditioning which aim to address problematic behaviour while keeping you & your dog under the threshold of emotional arousal in a stress free environment as we move towards resolution.
I will apply the process of ‘shaping behaviour’ to build desired habits & expectations.
In addition I always seek to uncover your dogs instincts & internal needs that we might attempt to satisfy them and facilitate your dog being the best version of themselves.
I will not use anything that tightens around your dog’s neck such as choke chains or prong collars.
There will be no threats, intimidation or physical punishment to your dog.
During training sessions I continually strive to keep the dog under the threshold of emotional arousal in order to learn new behaviour & overcome fears & anxieties.
The main themes of my training sessions revolve around how to respond to events & situations in daily life, calmly & together, instead of over-reacting to them.
East London Dog Training Collective
In January 2024 my colleague Vanessa Bsirsky and I founded the East London Dog Training Collective.
In light of the fact that most dogs behavioural issues are multi faceted it makes good sense that those with specific knowledge & experience work together if possible.
It’s not uncommon for a dog suffering with Separation Anxiety to also display over-reactive behaviour.
Vanessa has a keen interest in Separation Anxiety and is a Certified Separation Anxiety Behaviour Consultant through the internationally renowned Separation Anxiety expert Julie Naismith. Helping clients and their dogs to work through this heartbreaking condition.
Our aim is to provide a bespoke, comprehensive and caring approach for the most challenging of dogs that suffer with Separation Anxiety as well as reactivity or aggression.
Our approach is effective and compassionate and goes beyond management alone. Please contact me for further details.
“I have yet to see a dog or human suffer by improving the relationship between the two”
Training courses & qualifications
I have successfully completed the PDTI Practical Instructors Course (July 2022) at Harper Adams University and achieved the standard set for the:
DOG TRAINING INSTRUCTING SKILLS AWARD
(WITH EXCELLENCE)
I have successfully completed the following courses which are fully accredited by the Open College Network and written and tutored by Sarah Whitehead (MSc) at The Clever Dog Company.
Think Dog! Certificate A foundation course in the subject of behaviour and training.
Think Dog! Intermediate An intermediate award in canine behaviour and training.
Think Dog! Advanced An advanced award in canine behaviour and training.
Think Dog! Practical A practical handling and training course.
Think Dog! Dog-Dog Aggression An advanced award in canine behaviour and training.
I have also completed ‘Theory of Dog Training’ with The Cambridge Institute of Dog Behaviour & Training.
“After a life-long love of dogs I started training in 2010 when I lived in Cumbria and assisted at local puppy classes.
I also enjoyed the opportunity (& invaluable experience) to observe and learn about working sheep dogs with local farmers.
Currently I live in East London working with clients & dogs on a one-to-one basis.
I am a volunteer at the Finsbury Park open-air dog school alongside the extremely experienced and wonderfully knowledgeable Sue Evans”
Reactivity – Fear – Recall – Fighting – Guarding – Separation Anxiety – Lead Pulling – Aggression – Stress – Anxiety – Biting – Frustration…
dannydecourtelle@rocketmail.com
