I have always loved dogs, so naturally when I got my first puppy fresh out of university, I was so excited. I fell in love with training him and started learning all I could about dogs in my spare time. I have always loved animals, problem solving and helping people, so dog training seemed to be a perfect combination of my skills and interests.  

I worked for a number of years under a local trainer where I led hundreds of puppy & dog training and agility classes. During this time that I gained my dog training certification from the Victoria Stilwell Academy and started offering in-home personalised 1-1 training consultations. Following fantastic feedback from clients, I decided to take the plunge and set up my own business, The Individual Dog.

I am passionate about delivering high quality, effective dog training based on scientific research, using only the latest methods. At the heart of this is treating dogs as individuals, with their own personalities, motivations and quirks. Whilst we naturally consider people as individuals with different personalities and needs, dogs are often assumed to be very similar and offered a ‘one size fits all’ training approach. I think it's really important to treat dogs as unique individuals if we want to get the most effective results. Therefore, I take time and care getting to know you and your dog, before providing a personalised plan which is right for both of you. 

Whether you’re looking to set your puppy up on the right track or are experiencing a specific behaviour issue, I will help you truly understand your dog and what makes them tick. My unique training plans are designed to simultaneously improve your dog’s behaviour whilst also strengthening your relationship with them. My training sessions are designed to be fun, engaging, and accessible for everyone involved.