I have always been an animal lover, dogs and horses being my favorite. I got my first dog when i was 12. a lab x gsd x terrier called prince who lived to a great age of 17. 

I moved to Nairn with my sister and parents when i was 18 and bought my first pony called Zak. I worked in a couple of boarding kennels and worked for a lady who bred and showed German Shepherds. This is where my love for that breed came from. I got my first gsd zara from her, she came with a lot of issues and taught me a great deal. Then followed Kim our first show dog, after that we bought our foundation bitch and we bred and showed our dogs. Having great success with Brodie, showing in Scotland, England, Ireland and Wales and getting 2nd at crufts. I also compeated at endurance horse riding with my homebred horse Connon (hes 24 now and retired) riding for scotland in ireland at the home internationals. I also have a black arab called Frankie.

Once my last gsd had gone, I had no dogs for over 6 yrs, but for my 50th birthday i got a black labrador who i called Sam. Little did i know then he would change my life forever. 

I got Sam on the condition i would take him to puppy classes, that is where i found tail-talk. Everything was totally new to me all positive reinforcing training, which comes with all the benifits, and fun. so, we did lots of classes and just stayed. Susan asked if i would like to help out as a class assistant, which i loved. I then began doing courses and wanting to learn more. I oved teaching the dogs and their guardians and watching them progress each week. So, with a lot of studying and hard work i passed my assesment with the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers to become a registered dog trainer. I also work part time at Ashers bakery as a confectioner, i have been there 37yrs.

The other courses i have done are: online dog psychology, puppy course, 2 day instructors course, 4 day practical instructors course, perfect puppy, loose lead, funk up your classes, canine body language, learning theory all with the imdt. I also have my emergency dog first aid. I plan on taking more courses and will continue to gain more pratical experience as you never stop learning. I also have the most amazing dog who just loves life and has a great life through the classes we have done and reward based training and he also in return now helps other dogs and their families.