Hi, I'm the trainer behind Canine Connexion.
For nearly a decade I've been helping owners and dogs really understand each other — through clear communication, shared activities, and a healthy dose of fun.
I started out working in kennels as a teenager. After many years of training my own dog, I was invited to join a display team, showcasing obedience and trick training at local events with my Bull Terrier cross, Sykes.
I studied for my Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Canine Behaviour and Training from 2013 to 2016, and was awarded a Merit. That same year, I set up Canine Connexion in Normandy, France.
Qualifications & CPD
- FdSc Canine Behaviour and Training — Merit (2013–2016)
- Continuing CPD with the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers (IMDT)
- Continuing CPD with Scentwork UK (SW UK)
- Four years experience in boarding kennels
- Member of a dog training display team
- Established 2016 France; in 2019 Canine Connexion moved to North Devon
Communication, connection, teamwork & fun
Training works best when it's a conversation, not a contest. I focus on helping you read your dog, communicate clearly and reward the choices you want to see again — building a partnership rather than just a list of commands.
Every dog and every household is different, so sessions are tailored to where you actually are: whether that's a wriggly puppy, a teenage dog testing the limits, or a long-loved companion who could do with a fresh challenge.
Trained, vetted, and always learning
I'm a registered Scentwork UK instructor and an active member of the IMDT — both of which mean ongoing assessment, regular CPD and a commitment to ethical, evidence-based methods.
Like the sound of how I work?
Tell me a little about you and your dog, and I'll suggest a route that suits.
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