Hi, I’m Jane. Here’s a little bit about me:

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

I have been working with dogs for over 20 years, starting my journey when I was 16 years old by volunteering at a local rescue centre in Hull. I continued my work at the centre in between studying a National Diploma in Animal Care at Bishop Burton College. The rescue centre too in stray dogs from the Hull Dog Warden so I was able to gain valuable experience of working with a variety of dogs and it was during my time at the centre that I developed my passion for canine behaviour. On completion of my National Diploma, I continued my studies at Bishop Burton College and gained a degree in Animal Management and Behaviour. I am currently studying for an Advanced Diploma in Canine Behaviour Management.

In 2007, I moved to York and spend 6 years working as an Animal Health Officer. I gained a lot of hands on experience with dogs, which were often collected as strays therefore came with no known history. This meant I quickly learned to put my canine behaviour knowledge into practice as it was essential that I could interpret body language in the dogs I was working with.

In 2013, I joined the Minster Veterinary Practice and ran their puppy training classes. I later became their behaviour and training specialist, helping clients and their dogs with a range of behavioural issues, including fear, aggression, separation anxiety, reactivity towards people / dogs and sound sensitivities.

In November 2015 I took the plunge and set up True Pawtential, which I am incredibly proud of. I work closely with a number of veterinary practices in the local area and I am the behaviourist for York and District RSPCA. I regularly work with dogs at the Animal Home as well as offering post-adoption behaviour support.

I love helping dogs whatever the issue but I have a particular interest in Adolescent dogs, Dog to Dog Reactivity and the link between pain and behaviour.

In 2023 I qualified as a Dynamic Dog Practitioner and I am a member of the Association of Dynamic Dog Practitioners (Licence Number 230805). This allows me to assess and identify potential signs of discomfort in your dog and provide your vet with an in depth report. Dogs are very good at hiding pain and it can often present as ‘behaviour problems’ so it is important to consider this when working with behaviour clients.

I share my life with Bilbo, a working cocker spaniel who came to us when he was 6 years old. He enjoys walks in the countryside, snoozing on the sofa and rolling in poo!

I am a Full Member of the IMDT (Institute of Modern Dog Trainers) and adhere to their principles and code of ethics. I am also a member of the UK Dog Behaviour and Training Charter.