30 Years A Dog Professional
30 Years a Dog Professional
About Victoria Cooper
Behaviourist
Victoria specialises in understanding and addressing challenging behaviours using kind, ethical methods. Her holistic approach helps dogs and their owners achieve lasting results through personalised guidance and support.
Certified
Victoria ensures the highest standards of expertise. Her credentials reflect a deep commitment to staying current with the latest research and best practices in the field.
Mentor
As a mentor to other professionals, Victoria shares her expertise and passion for force-free training, helping them develop their skills and build successful careers in dog behaviour and training.
Advocate
Committed to promoting humane, science-based training methods, Victoria is dedicated to improving the lives of dogs and strengthening the bond between dogs and their owners.
About
Victoria Cooper
Behaviourist
Victoria specialises in understanding and addressing challenging behaviours using kind, ethical methods. Her holistic approach helps dogs and their owners achieve lasting results through personalised guidance and support.
Mentor
As a mentor to other professionals, Victoria shares her expertise and passion for force-free training, helping them develop their skills and build successful careers in dog behaviour and training.
Certified
Victoria ensures the highest standards of expertise. Her credentials reflect a deep commitment to staying current with the latest research and best practices in the field.
Advocate
Committed to promoting humane, science-based training methods, Victoria is dedicated to improving the lives of dogs and strengthening the bond between dogs and their owners.
Specialist Skills
I have specialist skills in reactivity, aggression, rescue, and traumatised dogs. And I have a particular interest in Cockapoo and Doodle crossbreeds after adopting one myself 10 years ago. I’ve had dogs since the age of 8 years old of all breeds and types, but Daisy, my rescue Cockapoo, was certainly a steep learning curve! She had multiple behavioural problems including possessive aggression that needed specialised skills to overcome. Now at 11 years old she is my ‘stooge dog and is a delightful, funny, and clever little companion.
These little dogs are fun-loving, versatile, super smart, and dynamic. They make great companions but as I know myself and have worked with so many worried guardians, I am fully aware that they can also develop behavioural problems if they are misunderstood.
Building Relationships
In 1994, I founded People & Dogs, a successful dog training school in Chesterfield and Sheffield where we have trained over 10,000 dogs and supported their families. People and Dogs has just had their 30th Anniversary and has won multiple awards. This is a testament to providing positive, supportive services to local dog owners.
I have also worked as a freelance Behaviour Consultant with the Sheffield (RSPCA) Animal Shelter, been consulted as behaviour expert by Sheffield Dog Rescue and Rain Rescue. I have also been consulted on several court cases as an Expert Witness. I am proud to be the local behaviourist of choice for vet referrals, rescue centres, and other canine professionals. I liaise closely with vets, physios, dog walkers and other dog professionals to ensure we can offer clients a triage of supporting services.
I offer a mentoring service to new dog trainers or those studying to be and run a successful group for canine professionals with over 1000 international members, to support them in their work, and studies.
Reputable, Qualified, Accredited
Anyone can set up as a dog trainer or behaviourist with no formal education, no skills, no background checks, or accountability.
Did you know that the dog training industry is unregulated?
This makes it a minefield for owners to choose someone they can trust and rely on to meet their needs and most importantly the welfare needs of their dog. It is important to be transparent and professional in my work. And so, I ensure that I remain accredited and up to date with my science-led studies to ensure that I can bring the best advice and support to my clients. I am committed to ongoing professional education and development as part of that accreditation.
These accreditation means you can employ me in the confidence that I am suitably qualified and experienced and that you will be receiving the latest, science led advice and support.
International Canine Behaviourists
The UK Dog Behaviour and Training Charter
The Dog Welfare Alliance
The Pet Professional Guild
The Dog Training College
The Pet Professional Network
Taking the Grr
