About Winkie Spiers
Bridging the gap between dogs and humans for 20+ years
After many years in the corporate world, I was lucky enough to be able to change my life and follow a path that I feel passionately about - dogs! My journey into professional dog training began in 2003, inspired by my experience with my first rescue dog, a terrier named Dennis.
I am a member of the Animal Behaviour and Training Council (ABTC), Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT), and the UK Dog Behaviour & Training Charter. I began my formal education through the International Dog Training School (OCN) with Sheila Harper in 2004 and 2005, and have continued to expand my knowledge through various courses and seminars. I am also Head of Behaviour and Education at WagWorks, the popular Fulham membership club which offers daycare, training, and healthcare for dogs.
I’m committed to ongoing learning and have attended educational events with renowned experts in the field, including Alexandra Howowitz, Brenda Aloff, Marc Bekoff, Patricia McConnell, Ray Coppinger, Barry Eaton, Rise Van Fleet, and many others. Recent highlights of my education include Amber Batson's course on aggression in dogs, Anne Lill Kvam's nosework course, and being an attendee and contributing teacher at Turid Rugaas’s International Dog Trainer Education program.
My expertise has led me to speak at conferences and workshops in the UK and internationally. My first book "How To Handle Living With Your Dog", was published in 2008 by ShortStack Publishing. I also served as Chair of the Pet Dog Trainers of Europe for many years.
I help dog lovers address behaviour issues using a holistic, scientifically supported, and kind approach. I understand first-hand the challenges and joys of living with dogs in London. My past dogs, as well as my current rescue dogs Artie, Vera, and Trevor, continue to inspire my work and remind me of the rewards of patient, positive training methods.
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