IMPORTANT - Before embarking on any training course, or hiring any trainer/behaviourist PLEASE read this article

Due to suffering from Adrenal Insufficiency, an auto-immune condition which can affect humans and dogs, Fran Griffin is not taking on any further behaviour cases in order that she can concentrate on a few puppy classes and agility. For all other enquiries concerning behaviour problems, please contact the following:

Melanie Daniels

Glynis Gammie of Acorn Dog Training can be contacted on 01908 562001, is available to deal with issues such as control problems and separation issues. Glynis is unable to help with aggression problems. However, Fran is available to discuss most problems via the phone and offer remedial advice before passing on. (01908 397236)

Veterinary behaviour specialist: Kendal Shepherd, MRCVS on 01933 681640 (Wellingborough area - there is usually an answerphone on this number.

Professor Daniel Mills MRCVS at the University of Lincoln Behaviour Clinic (highy recommended for problems such as aggression or repetitve behaviours), or Debbie Culley (veterinary nurse and behavioural advisor) at Ark House Veterinary Surgery, Leighton Buzzard (these people all require a referal from your veterinary surgeon).

Phil Watson, PG Cert. Canine Behaviour & Dog Training (Midx Uni. IWBL)

QUALIFICATIONS COMBINED WITH HANDS ON EXPERIENCE ARE ESSENTIAL. There are many people out there who claim to be behaviourists! However, are they qualified to do this type of work and to charge what are quite often extortionate fees?
Animal behaviour (and human behaviour) is very complex, and some people who claim to be "behaviourists" and "whisperers"
are very often pet owners who have developed an interest in behaviour, who have then gone out and set themselves up as behaviourists.
Is this what you would like for your pet? Also, after a consultation with one of these 'behaviourists', you may well find it impossible
to contact them again for follow up advice, despite their promises. All the people who are listed above hold qualifications to varying levels, all of which are fully recognised academic achievements
from Diplomas in Companion Animal Counselling, through to veterinary professor in behaviour. These people understand the complexities
of behavioural issues, as well as living and interacting with their own family pets. They are also trusted over a number of years that
when they promise post consultation help and advice, this IS provided.