Supportive, non-judgemental, force-free dog trainer
Juniper Indigo – here to help you build a stronger bond with your dog
Dogs have changed my life. After struggling with my mental health at university, I found a reason to get out of bed and a friend who never judged me. It happened when I began walking a dog for a neighbour.
Buddy and I had the kind of relationship new dog-carers dream about: we went on adventures together and spent hours snuggling on the sofa.
These days I’m lucky to share my life with Hattie, my best friend in the whole world. Our friendship brings me so much joy and is great for my wellbeing.
Between them, Buddy and Hattie set me on a path of canine discovery. They gave me an even bigger reason to get out of bed: to help people like you train your dog so you too can enjoy an awesomely happy relationship with your best friend.
Ethical
Qualified
Supportive
It’s all about building a relationship
The best relationships in life are built on trust. It’s the same with your dog; it’s what makes the pair of you a team ready to face life together. You teach your dog the skills to manage everything the human world throws at them so the pair of you can enjoy that world together.
Helping your dog enjoy their training is key. They have to be an active and willing partner. So we focus on rewarding your dog for desirable behaviours while giving them the space to make choices and communicate how they feel. It’s a warm and caring partnership approach that empowers your dog, builds their confidence and strengthens your relationship with them.
No two dogs or training sessions are alike
How your dog feels affects how they behave and how easily they learn. Feelings vary from day to day – and from dog to dog – just as they do in humans. So I’ll help you understand your dog’s changing moods and how to improve their wellbeing. And I’ll show you how to adapt your training to support your dog’s mood. Your dog is more likely to succeed and work with you to achieve your training goals when you understand why they struggle with some activities and find others easy.
Your guide to the world of dogs
Since devoting my life to dog training, I’ve immersed myself in the subject. I’ve spent seven years reading the latest research, taking courses, participating in webinars, broadening my knowledge and refining my skills. I volunteered for three years with the Dogs Trust at their training classes, and spent two years as a vets’ receptionist. Those roles gave me practical, hands-on experience working with senior trainers, a chance to see how they put theory into practice, and a broad understanding of dog health.
Qualifications and other training
Formal training courses and qualifications:
❤ Diploma for Canine Behaviour Practitioners (Level 5) - The Dogenius Institute (currently studying)
❤ Diploma in Canine Welfare, Training and Behaviour (Level 4) - The Dogenius Institute
❤ Certified Trick Dog Instructor – Do More With Your Dog
❤ Puppy Lab – School of Canine Science (puppy development, socialisation and training)
❤ 30 Days of Canine Science – School of Canine Science (the science of how dogs learn and how to use that knowledge to train dogs)
❤ Canine First Aid
I’ve also attended and participated in numerous specialist webinars on topics such as:
❤ Dog body language and communication
❤ Teaching training exercises like loose-lead walking and recall
❤ Dog adolescence, puberty and neutering
❤ How to use play in training
❤ Confidence building and resilience for puppies and teenage dogs
❤ Keeping children safe around dogs
❤ Laws around dogs