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Narps UK

NarpsUK is a membership organisation dedicated to helping pet sitters run legitimate, professional businesses. We offer training, CRB checks, business plans, licensing & insurance, support & advice, members forum, info sheets and more! www.narpsuk.co.uk

CAPBT

CAPBT members are qualified through COAPE whose courses are nationally recognised by an OCN and regulated by Ofqual. Our members work on veterinary referral for behaviour and use only up to date scientifically proven methods when working with pets, behaviourally or training. Kind, motivational, rewarding methods get results. www.capbt.org

The Crate Escape

My name is Karen Irwin and I am a Canine Behaviour Practitioner. I am also owner and founder of The Crate Escape. I offer 1-2-1 Consultations in the comfort of your own home, working with dogs exhibiting all types of behavioural issues such as fear, separation anxiety and aggression. I am a member of various organisations, such as The Association of INTO Dogs (Friend) and Pet Dog Trainers of Europe (Associate Member). I am also a Professional Member and Benefactor of The Dog Welfare Alliance. www.thecrateescape.co.uk

Paws 4 Training

Paws 4 Training has been established for over 4 years in Norwich, Norfolk. We only use kind, gentle methods and encourage clicker/reward based training. We offer a range of services including 1-2-1s, obedience and agility classes to suit puppies, older dogs and everything in between. www.paws4training.net

Delaware Veterinary Group

Established over 100 years ago, Delaware Veterinary Group has vast experience in providing first class quality veterinary care and customer service to pet owners. You will be well looked after by our motivated and friendly team of veterinary surgeons, nurses and reception staff. www.delawarevets.co.uk

Karen’s Dogs

Karen’s Dog Obedience and Guidance Sessions train dogs of all shapes and sizes using force-free training methods. We provide training services for Central Scotland; including private behavioural and training sessions and a variety of classes. Karen is the first Victoria Stilwell Positively Dog Trainer in Scotland and a member of APDT. www.karensdogs.co.uk

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Paws in Hand

Denise Nuttall B.Sc (Hons) in Applied Animal Behaviour of Paws In Hand Dog Training and Behaviour specialises in helping aggressive dogs. Denise is a qualified dog behaviourist and provides controlled aggressive dog rehabilitation classes in a private field working with teaching dogs to support your dog’s behaviour modification plan. Please visit our website for more information. www.pawsinhand.co.uk

The Good Vet and Pet Guide

Pet Business Platform & Pet Owner Community. Affordable social media promotion for your business / find great vet & pet services in your area. #thepetsbiz www.thegoodvetandpetguide.com

Paws in Hand

Denise Nuttall B.Sc (Hons) in Applied Animal Behaviour of Paws In Hand Dog Training and Behaviour specialises in helping aggressive dogs. Denise is a qualified dog behaviourist and provides controlled aggressive dog rehabilitation classes in a private field working with teaching dogs to support your dog’s behaviour modification plan. Please visit our website for more information. www.pawsinhand.co.uk

Willow Veterinary Centres

At Willow we care. At Willow we appreciate how important your pets are, and we aim to make you and your pet feel as relaxed and comfortable as we can whilst providing the highest quality veterinary care. www.willowvet.co.uk

The Animal Behaviour Business

My name is Valerie Bennett. I am a Pet Behaviour Consellor with a Master of Science Degree in Clinical Animal Behaviour from the University of Lincoln. I use positive reinforcement methods to help with training and pet behaviour problems. I work with dogs, cats, horses and rabbits. www.animalbehaviourbusiness.com

2econd Home

Our professional pet services include dog walking, pet sitting, canine behaviour modification and dog training. Visit our website to find out more! www.2econdhome.co.uk

K9 Magic Meals

K9 Magic Meals is a family run business which delivers Simpsons Premium hypoallergenic dog/cat food throughout the UK. Besides selling a super high quality food at an affordable price customer service is very much to the forefront. We personally deliver throughout Plymouth and the surrounding area 7 days a week with evening slots also available. www.k9magicmeals.co.uk

Best Behaviour Dog Training

I am a fully qualified independently accredited trainer & behaviourist, having studied for a number of years earning qualifications via the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers (IMDT) and OCN. I am passionate about dogs and work tirelessly to ensure owners and their best friends get the best possible support and advice. I pride myself on offering current, up to date knowledge by continously attending specialist training seminars and practical sessions. www.bestbehaviourdogtraining.co.uk

Humberside Police

Humberside Police www.humberside.police.uk

Blue Dog Canine Services

Training Puppies and Dogs The Fun and Modern Way Modern and Ethical Dog Training and Behaviour Advice and Support Blue Dog is based in Gateshead and Newcastle and we work throughout Tyne and Wear and into Northumberland and County Durham. We provide a range of high quality services including: Modern and Ethical Dog and Puppy Training, Puppy Socials and Parties, Adult and Puppy Training Classes, Perfect Puppy Home Visits, One to One Personal Training at your home, Behaviour Advice and Support. Fun Agility Group Sessions. Personal Fun Agility Training and Private Fun Agility Parties www.bluedogcanineservices.co.uk

Phoenix French Bulldog Rescue

Phoenix French Bulldog Rescue is UK wide and has been established not only to offer a home to any Frenchie (or crossbreeds thereof) in need, but also to educate the public on this wonderful breed, promote good ownership and to help keep Frenchies at home with their families wherever possible. Teresa is very experienced with both the French Bulldog Breed… in general, having shown and bred her own dogs, and also in the running of a breed rescue charity. A fabulous team from across the UK were needed to do this and Phoenix is blessed with many of that original team as well as very dedicated and enthusiastic new members. Phoenix will never turn away a dog in genuine need, whatever that need, unless there are extremely exceptional circumstances, and no dog is ever kennelled because they have no ‘base’ – all are placed into foster-homes across the UK for a full and accurate assessment, to be mended where needed, prior to finding their loving Forever Homes. All dogs are contracted to Phoenix for life to ensure their safety forever. www.phoenixfrenchbulldogrescue.org

Krazy K9’s Fun Agility

We are based at Longburton Farm near Sherborne in Dorset and offer agility training in our securely fenced grass agility arena during the summer and an indoor arena for the winter months. We welcome dogs of all breeds to come and enjoy an evening of fun while learning. www.krazyk9s.co.uk

Miyagi’s Dog Training and Behaviourist Services

Natasha Attwood is a dog trainer based in Skegness, Lincolnshire, currently offering dog training in both private sessions (travelling to your home) and group classes in and around the Skegness area. Natasha specialises in working with dogs with aggression issues, be it aggression towards other dogs or humans, or even both. Natasha works with all breeds and ages and her aim is to help you and your dog to be bonded and happy and comfortable with your dog. Natasha is supported by the Prince’s Trust www.muttsnmischief.com

Jackador

Where kindness is key Here at Jackador we believe that your Dog is a cherished member of your family. Our trainers only use kind, effective welfare friendly training methods. We run classes and workshops in various locations in the South Northants and North Bucks area. www.jackador.co.uk

Pennard Vets

Professional, Compassionate & Caring, since 1895 Caring for local pets for over 100 years. Pennard Vets look after pets including dogs, cats and small furries in Sevenoaks, Borough Green, Tonbridge and Maidstone, offering a full range of pet services. Pennard Vets believe in preventative medicine, but when your pet becomes ill, Pennard Vets prides itself on offering the latest equipment and techniques to help find out the problem, quickly and effectively. www.pennardvets.com

Saints Schooling for Dogs

From preparing your puppy for life in the real world to fine-tuning your competition dog. Creating happy and understand relationships through kindness and an open mind. Affiliated to the British Institute of Professional Dog Trainers having obtained a certificate in Instruction Techniques and a recognised trainer for Scentwork UK Level 1 and 2. Full insured. @saintsschoolingfordogs Tel: 07743 514630

Run Free Dog Fields

Run Free provides safe and secure dog walking fields in Scotland perfect for sensitive or nervous dogs who have had bad experiences with other dogs and can no longer socialise safely with others, or dogs who have a poor recall and cannot be let off lead and relied upon to come back. Users of the fields will have exclusive use of it during their session so they can relax in the knowledge that their dog is safe, secure and able to run free and play without being disturbed. The fields are perfect for puppies and rescue dogs, or anyone wishing to train their dog off the leash in an enclosed area. Our fields are away from livestock, traffic and the public. Book online at: runfreedogfields.co.uk

All Creatures Animal Services

All Creatures Animal Services offers care for your pets, animals and property all year round. Insured and police checked they offer a dedicated reliable pet and animal care service based in Shaftesbury and surrounding areas, offering dog walking, small and large animal visits and house sitting. All Creatures Animals Services also offer dog training, using positive reward methods to change dog behaviour. Mandy has over 6 years experience of dog walking and has worked with animals on and off for 20 years experience including work in an animal sanctuaries and veterinary practices. Mandy holds a range of qualifications including a Certificate in Advance Canine Psychology from Kingston Maurward College, a Certificate in Train the Trainer Dog Training, British Horse Society 1 and 2 and holds a Certificate in Natural Horsemanship. All Creatures Animal Services have a passion for animals and have owned animals of all different shapes and sizes; they currently have three dogs, a cat called Mouse and a pony called Jewel. www.allcreaturesanimalservices.co.uk

Vets4Pets Blackwood

Based Inside Pets at Home, Blackwood Retail Park, Vets4Pets Blackwood are fully equipped with consulting rooms, operating theatres, lab, pharmacy, digital x-ray and ultrasound, and hospital wards to give your pet the best possible care. Please contact on 01495 233 060. www.vets4pets.com/find-a-practi…/vets4pets-vets-in-blackwood

Laleham Dog Training Club

Laleham Dog Training Club’s aim is Fun and positive, reward based dog training. They are a Club, not a business and therefore training is affordable for everyone. Classes are informal but also informative and structured and are designed to make dog training fun. Laleham Dog Training Club hope to give you all the basic tools to go back and do it for yourself. Whether you have some specific problem you want to address, you just want to better your knowledge, or have a bit of fun with your best friend, everyone is welcome. Laleham Dog Training Club can be contacted on 01784 451848 or by email at elizabeth@lalehamdogtraining.co.uk. www.lalehamdogtraining.co.uk/index

Afrivet Veterinary Clinic

Afrivet Veterinary Clinic are based in Penn Hill, Poole. Afrivet are a dedicated small animal practice providing the highest level of compassionate care to dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets and small furries. Facilities available include a single consulting room, free nurse clinics, a fully equipped operating theatre, x-ray and full dental facilities, dedicated and separate dog and cat kennel room, in-house blood testing as well as many more. www.afrivet.com

HouseSit Match

HouseSit Match is an award winning family run business offering access to free pet sitters and house sitters for short and long term assignments, for when home and pet owners need to leave pets at home. All registered pet sitters are ID and background checked to ensure they manage a safe network. HouseSit Match have a proven track record of finding house sitters and pet sitters for both short term and long term assignments across the UK and abroad. www.housesitmatch.com

TP Feeds

TP Feeds are a multi award-winning business, including Best Emerging Canine Nutrition Brand in the Welsh Enterprise Awards 2017. Run by Beth (who also owns and trains gundogs) TP Fees provides a high quality, yet affordable diet for your active dogs. www.tpfeeds.co.uk

Stockbury Dog Club

Stockbury Dog Club are a social obedience training club which meets every Sunday morning, the aim being to enable handlers to train their dogs to achieve a standard where the dogs are sociable with each other and with people. Based in Kent, they are registered with the Kennel Club for the Good Citizen Dog Scheme and have been providing training and assessments for the KC Puppy Foundation Course since 2015. Stockbury Dog Club encourage owners to respect their dogs and ensure their health and wellbeing and are keen advocates for the yellow ribbon campaign. http://stockburydogclub.uk

Canine Soul

Canine Soul are dog trainers in Portslade-By-Sea, West Sussex and offer various classes and training sessions including Puppy Training, 1-2-1 Puppy Care and Training, Flyball Outdoor and Indoor Dog Sessions, Dog Agility sessions, Holistic Health for Dogs Advice and Canine Health and Nutrition Advice. Canine Soul are fully qualified. www.caninesoul.co.uk

Paws Control Puppy and Dog Training

Paws Control Puppy and Dog Training is a positive reward based training service in North Devon that aims to help you develop a strong relationship with your dog using fun and effective techniques. They offer a wide selection of training for puppies and dogs of all breeds and ages including puppy classes, group classes, basic manners training, 1-2-1 training and fun agility. They can also help you resolve any unwanted behaviours that your dog may be displaying. www.pawscontroldogtraining.co.uk

Leading Dogz Dog Training

Training with Martina at Leading Dogz is all about creating a healthy relationship of trust, and forming a mutual respect between you and your dog. Leading Dogz promotes positive and modern training techniques, relying heavily on rewarding with food treats, toys and verbal praise. Martina offers training for dogs at all stages of their lives, and aims to ensure training is rewarding and enjoyable for both owners and their dogs. Based in North Norfolk, classes include help with common training problems, group classes for puppies, adolescents and adult dogs and 1-2-1 training, tailored specifically for your needs and workshops which include children’s classes, teaching children to understand how they should behave whilst in the company of dogs. http://leadingdogz.co.uk

Furbabies Motel and Pet Service

Furbabies offer Dog Behavioural training, dog walking, pet home visits, small pet Motel for Bramhall, Hazel Grove, Poynton and surrounding areas, including Stockport. www.furbabiesmotel.com

BCP Services

BCP Services was established in 2012 and are a reliable and highly recommended van and driver hire company based in Cheadle. They offer domestic and commercial transportation, same day deliveries, for single item drops and multi drop deliveries. Please contact BCP at info@bcpservices.co.uk. www.bcpservices.co.uk

Lomond Hills Veterinary Clinic

Lomond Hills Veterinary Clinic are a family run clinic treating household pets in Fife. They aim to provide a lifetime of care for your pet with a dedicated and compassionate approach. Lomond Hills Veterinary Clinic also offer “desensitisation” visits for their more nervous patients! 15 minute appointment times are standard, allowing more time for thorough history taking and examination of your pet. Please contact Lomond Hills Vets at info@lomondhillsvets.co.uk www.lomondhillsvets.co.uk

MyPawsOn

MyPawsOn.com offers reliable information about where you could go with your four legged friend and be sure of a friendly welcome and combines information about accommodation, walks, places to eat and drink and everything dog related in one place to make it easy for dog owners to plan holidays and days out. There are a huge range of dog friendly categories, including accommodation, food and drink, rescue and re-homing, dog groomers, dog sitters, home boarding, dog behaviourists and pet photographers and artists. We also recommend adding a “Pawsonality” profile for your four legged friend where you can add a scrapbook of your favourite photos to share with others or just as a reminder for yourself. Please contact at info@mypawson.com www.mypawson.com

Animal Rescue Cymru (A.R.C.)

ARC are a small, independent rescue charity, based on the beautiful west Wales coast, and their sole aim is to rescue and re-home domestic animals. They do this with the aid of a small band of dedicated volunteers and experts whose sole aim is the welfare of animals www.animalrescuecymru.co.uk

Canine Walks

Canine Walks are a professional, caring, ethical and reliable pet sitting/dog walking service, covering the North Glasgow and East Dunbartonshire areas. Canine Walks aim to tailor their services to your pets needs and requirements, delivering your pet real benefits through a stimulating and enjoyable experience, within a safe environment. www.caninewalks.co.uk

TyTy’s Pet Boutique

Based in Dumfries, TyTy’s Pet Boutique is run by Sara Schuckardt. Sara is really passionate about making pet products that are not only safe but also comfortable. Sara hand makes high quality dog collars, leads, treat/poo bags, bandanas, collars flowers and dickie bows. She has been making dog and cat items for many years and is a huge animal lover and a huge supporter of Yellow Dog UK having a Yellow Dog herself. Please visit TyTy’s Pet Boutique’s Facebook page for more information www.facebook.com/TyTysPetBoutique

Paws 4 Ever – Canine Behaviourist and Trainer

Based in Hookwood Surrey, Lorraine Cook is a fully qualified credited behaviourist, having studied for a number of years with the International School of Canine Psychology gaining the advanced study in Canine Behaviour. Lorraine is also a full member and listed behaviourist with The Association of INTO Dogs, ICAN and The Dog Welfare Alliance. Having furthered her studies with Vetfolio she is also a listed Fear Free Certified Practitioner specializing in dogs that suffer from fear, anxiety and stress related behaviours. Lorraine works closely with clients to ensure that together they build the foundations for a positive relationship between dog and owner. www.paws4ever.uk.com

That Dog Pet Care Services

Based in Pulford in Cheshire and covering surrounding areas, That Dog offers a variety of tailored services to suit both you and your pets, including dog walking, puppy visits, small animal visits, overnight pet sitting, online pet supplies and online dog training resources. www.thatdog.org

Barkz Canine Consultancy

Based in Cirencester, Julie is an accredited trainer with the Instititue of Modern Dog Trainers and is a member of The Pet Professional Guild of the British Isles – fully committed to force-free dog training and behaviour modification. Classes include Dog Behaviour Modification – 121 sessions, Dog Training – 121 sessions, Dog Training – Group sessions and The Puppy Package www.facebook.com/barkz.co.uk

Towcester Veterinary Centre

Towcester Veterinary Centre is a modern, friendly dog, cat and small animal hospital in Northamptonshire. It has three practices and is RCVS and BVHA accredited with the latest state of the art equipment and facilities to provide genuine care and compassion by their experienced vets. All three practices provide a one stop solution, including high quality diagnostics and surgery, routine vaccinations and procedures and advice and planning on all aspects of pet ownership. Other services provided include their own out of hours emergency service and nurses on site 24 hours a day, as well as surgical facilities, radiography, ultrasound, dentistry and hydrotherapy and physiotherapy. towcester-vets.co.uk

Trusted Pet Carers

Trusted Pet Carers are an award winning, professional and reliable pet care service that takes away the anxiety of you not being there. Trusted Pet Carers offers dog home boarding, dog walking, pop-in home visits, dog day care, home sitting and puppy care services and are endorsed by many of the leading animal care charities along with the main pet care industry organisation, Pet Industry Federation. Trusted Pet Carers have professional pet and dog sitters across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and Oxford – all Trust Pet Carers are carefully vetted, DBS checked and trained in dog and cat first aid and animal welfare and all Trusted Pet Sitters are fully insured. Trusted Pet Carers provides everything a pet owner and their pet needs when they’re away from home. https://trustedpetcarers.com/

Gemma’s Dog Behaviour and Training

Covering the Forest of Dean, Ross on Wye, Monmouth and Gloucester & Chepstow, Gemma’s Dog Training & Behaviour offers various courses, including Adult Obedience, Behaviour Adjustment Training – the most effective training technique used to help rehabilitate reactive dogs, 1-1 dog training and fun informative puppy courses. Gemma also runs Behavioural Consultations Gemma has been approved by the ADTB (Academy of Dog Training and Behaviour) which ensures she is a trainer who uses force free positive and up to date training methods www.gemmasdogtraining-behaviour.com

Cumbria’s Larl Canine Co.

Based in Aspatria in Cumbria, Marianne is a force free, science-based trainer – she prefers to train dogs, and their owners, using kind, effective, and cruely free methods, with lots of focus on encouraging good manners and empowering dogs to make good choices in life. Marianne offers one to one training which includes a behavioural consultation and post-consultation support and group classes which include walking with a loose lead, recall, puppy classes and dog parkour and trick training! Marianne’s awards and qualifications include: Certified Dog Parkour UK Instructor, BSc Animal Conservation Science, University of Cumbria, HND Animal Management, Northumberland College, Advanced Canine First Aid and CPR, Associate Member of the International Companion Animal Network and Proud friend of INTODogs. www.cumbriaslarlcanineco.co.uk

Walkies Dog Training

Viv Moore is a Canine Training Professional member of the Pet Professional Guild, committed to the use of modern, positive reinforcement techniques informed by science and rooted in compassion and understanding. Walkies Dog Training offers a range of training services, from 1-1 puppy training, training for loose lead walking, recall training, general obedience and behavioural concerns, such as reactivity on lead, confidence building for rescue or nervous dogs. Viv holds a Certificate in Puppy Training (Distinction) alongside extensive practical experience and is a Licensed Instructor and Assessor for the Pet Dog Ambassador Program, coaching people and their dogs through this 5 step credentialing program (from puppy award to level 5 champion). Viv is also a Canine Hoopers World Instructor with both group classes and 1-1 lessons available. A fun and inclusive dog sport for dogs of all ages! www.walkiestraining.co.uk

Nuneaton Dog Training Club

Nuneaton Dog Training has been operating since 1959 and has a catchment area covering Nuneaton, Coventry, Hinckley and Atherstone. Run by a happy band of volunteer instructors NDTC have accumulated 80 years of experience training all kinds of dogs. From problem dogs to pedigree pooches, NDTC has someone who can advise you how to get the very best out of your dog. Fundamentals of patience, kindness, firmness and persistence are carried through all training classes to help ensure both dog and owner achieve desired results with a consistent approach throughout. With regular scheduled classes to suit all levels of ability, NDTC can offer you and your dog every opportunity to attain the standards you so desire. www.ndtc.org.uk.

Dog Friendly Academy

Based in Greece, Dog Friendly Academy offers an online 12 week programme for those who want to become professional dog trainers and make a difference in the field – the only school that trains within the World Federation of CCPDT trainers and practices with a large number of dogs with real behavioural problems in collaboration with the standard shelter Save A Greek Stray. Based in Greece, Dog Friendly Academy is run by Alexandros and also offers various services including group sessions for reactive dogs, thematic group lessons, puppy socialising and training and fitness training for you and your dog – dog running classes with adequate socialisation allowing your dog to learn to co-exist with other dogs and humans. https://www.dogfriendly.gr/

Pets Great and Small

Pets Great and Small was set up in January 2016 by Claire, an experienced dog trainer specialising in Lurchers and Bully breeds. She provides online and face to face training for pet dog owners. Claire believes in the science of dog training and emphasises the importance of the relationship between dog and owner. Claire studies with the School of Canine Science, IMDT and specialises in pet dog training enabling owners to develop their dog’s life skills from pup to mature dog. Pets Great and Small believe all dogs can be trained without the need for fear or pain and use reward based training techniques that are based on markers, toys and/or food. Claire trains in the Berkshire area and their online presence means they can offer services nationwide. Services include a Pro puppy and Good dog Course on a 121 basis, 121 Bespoke Training and 121 Snuffle Walking which offers a great solution for reactive and/or nervous dogs. It develops confidence and tires them out by using scent games for them to investigate their environment. https://petsgreatandsmall.co.uk/