ABOUT
Pet Poppins Dog Training is a woman-run business, founded by head trainer and business owner Claire Anstee.
Claire is a passionate animal advocate and currently shares her life with two Spaniels; Poppy and Bear.
Claire has a Bachelor of Science Degree in District Nursing and worked as a nurse for 16 years prior to focusing solely on Pet Poppins Dog Training.
Working as a nurse has definitely given me the experience and skills of communicating with people on a personal level.
Pet Poppins Dog Training prides itself on its professional but personal approach when providing training services.
Claire is a certified dog trainer and behaviour consultant with over 10 years experience of working with dogs and has completed an advanced diploma in Canine Behaviour. She is a member of the IMDT and is a Certified Canine Behaviourist with the International Canine Behaviourists.
Lifelong learning is paramount and Claire studies extensively to ensure that her knowledge is kept up to date.
Studying to a degree level has ensured that Claire can continue to develop professionally at a high academic standard.
All training recommended and taught is force-free, , ethical and evidence based.
What that means is that I will recommend any equipment that will cause your dog pain or fear.
And I willrecommend training techniques that cause pain or fear.
As an assessed and qualified member of the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers and International Canine Behaviourists, I am proud to display the UK Dog Behaviour and Training Charter Symbol.
The Charter aims to make a clear statement regarding the future direction of the dog behaviour and training industry in relation to professional standards, tools and methodologies.
The welfare of the dogs lies at the heart of its mandate, making clear representation as to what is and isn’t acceptable in a modern, progressive profession.
"I really enjoyed Claire’s positive style"
I’d absolutely recommend dog training with Pet Poppins.
We’ve done both face-to-face and virtual training and found both extremely useful as we settle into our home life with a new dog.
Claire goes beyond what I thought a trainer would do. She looks at the whole picture and not only provides great training, but follows this up with further useful guides and links to resources.
I really enjoyed Claire’s positive style, giving not just our puppy confidence but me confidence too. Thank you!
Find out more about our services
With both puppy and development classes, one to one training, behaviour consults and a puppy training package, help is at hand no matter what your situation.
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