ABOUT ME: KERRY SOUTH MAPDT 00147
Head Trainer - EXEmplar Dogs
Learn to think like your dog and communicate with them more effectively
I am a full member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers APDT 01477, Friend Member of INTODogs (Association of Intuitive Training of Dogs and Owners) and ICAN (International Companion Animal Network). I trained with Karen Yeandle, a highly qualified and experienced Trainer, Behaviourist, Tutor and Published Author and have also studied Sarah Whitehead’s Think Dog Education courses, IMDT - Steve Mann's 'The Exercises' and various Canine Principles Courses including 'Canine Bonding and Play'. I am also Canine First Aid Trained and currently studying a Level 5 Diploma in Canine Behaviour, and an Accredited Certificate in Canine Nutrition and Health.
APDT (UK) and the Association of INTODogs members are obliged to keep their education up-to-date meaning I am working with the most up to date research and practical skills. The APDT assesses all members according to a strict criteria which ensures they have appropriate skills to teach dog training. I keep myself updated in relation to learning theory, and science based training methods, through ongoing study and attendance at seminars, workshops and webinars, in order to offer our clients the most up to date, reward based training. I aim to help bridge the gap between humans and their canine companions so they are both speaking the same language.
I also specialise in working with children and teaching them how to train and interact with their pet dog, I have a wealth of experience with children, having two of my own, plus spending two years studying to be a Teacher and working in numerous primary schools. I am also a trainer for Pawsable who specialise in owner trained assistance dogs, working mainly with children and adults with autism.
I believe that sharing our homes with a pet is an amazing and rewarding experience, but also a responsibility, not a luxury. Training your pet properly will lead you to a greater understanding of your dog, and I firmly believe in the human-pet relationship being one of mutual understanding and respect. I immerse you fully in the training process, and I find that the humans end up learning as much, if not more, than their dogs. Call to find out more about my unique approach to training.
CLAIRE PHILLIPS - EXEmplar Instructor
Learn how to communicate with your dog effectively and help them be the best they can be
I completed my training with Kerry South (EXEmplar Dogs Head Trainer) and am a Friends Member of INTODogs (Association of Intuitive Training of Dogs and Owners) and ICAN (International Companion Animal Network). I have also studied Sarah Whitehead’s Think Dog Education courses and various Canine Principles Courses including 'Loose Lead Walking'. I am also Canine First Aid Trained.
I have a real passion for working with animals and my current dog Finn is my world. We have completed lots of training courses together and he is trained to an excellent level of "obedience" training which was all done in a fun and enjoyable way. When I'm not training dogs, I also work as a Laboratory Technician at a Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.
I am always striving to further my education on the most up to date, ethical methods to help you to teach your dogs effectively and to ensure I provide the best service possible. I love to learn and to give you the skills to train your puppy, watching the relationship bloom between you and your puppy.
The most important thing for me is helping you and your puppy/dog get off to the right start and having the best relationship you can. We are so lucky to be able to share our lives with these wonderful creatures and understanding their needs and how to communicate effectively with them makes that journey even better.