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ABOUT

Dedication.

Growing up around working gundogs started my passion for dog training, and after completing a BSc (Tech) in Animal Behaviour, my career working with dogs began. Over the past 25 years I have gained experience in the professional Detection Dog sector, Animal Rescue, and more recently transferred this to the sporting world.

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Expertise.

During my 25 years in the professional detection dog industry I have worked my way up through various roles and believe this has provided me a solid foundation and understanding of all aspects of an effective and professional standard. I have worked in 8 different countries, with a range of different detection disciplines, and filled roles from Dog Handler, Trainer, Manager, Technical Officer, and Head of Department. I have been instrumental in the development of quality management system for canine operations. I led the charge to bring technology into the working dog sector through the development of data collection and analysis tools.

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Passion.

I have complimented my professional experience with working my own dogs in sport. I have a passion for animal wellbeing, and gaining a qualification in Pet First Aid Instructing allows me to ensure our pets and service animals have the best possible emergency care, should the need arise. I also have a keen interest in Canicross/Cani-Trail and Trick Dog training, in which both of my own dogs compete.

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KARYN

Head Trainer / Owner

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Karyn has worked her way up through the canine industry, gaining invaluable experience along the way, that provides a unique insight and approach to training.

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JOHN

Assistant Trainer

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Johns military background and outdoor skills, along with his passion for dogs, brings another dimension to Curious Canine by allowing us to offer a blend of human and dog training for our fellow adventurers. 

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ARNHEM

Fun Police

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With a particular love for puppies Arnhem has been a great role model, and his strength of character an effective teacher for boisterous juveniles. 

While now retired from competitive sport, he still enjoys regular training.

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ATLAS

Ginger Ninja

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With an unwavering work ethic, exceptional natural ability, and a love for learning, Atlas competes in Scent Detection Sport, and Canicross/Canitrail events.

He has also begun Lost Dog Tracking training.

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EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

Alongside practical, real life, hands-on experience, the Curious Canine team also swaps a dog leash for a pen & paper to enhance our skills and knowledge.

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We believe that in order to provide a well rounded training experience for our clients your Instructor should have a combination of practical skills and experience, backed up the theoretical knowledge.

WAIKATO UNIVERSITY

BSc(Tech) - Animal Behaviour

NATIONAL NOSEWORK ASS.

ORT Host & Assessor

PROTRAININGS EU

Pet First Aid instructor

UK SNIFFER DOGS

Bronze Instructor

SCENTOPS

Trainer & Judge

SCENTWORK UK

Level 1, 2 Trainer

DMWYD

International Trick Dog - Novice

CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE

Canine Behaviour Training Diploma

BRITISH ARMY

Advanced First Aid Instructor

DMWYD

International Trick Dog - Novice Master

SOUTHDOWNS COLLEGE

Mental Health First Aid & Advocacy

BRITISH ARMY

Navigation Instructor

KENNEL CLUB UK

Canine Good Citizens - Bronze, Silver

ICTS PQCT

Project Management

MOUNTAIN TRAINING

Mountain Leader

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