After reading “The Dog Listener”, I discovered there was a better way to interact with your dog. More importantly, I learned that what I was doing was causing Emmie’s behaviour. Armed with this knowledge, I looked for a way to help other people, who like me, wanted their dogs to be

happy and relaxed. I completed the Advanced level of Amichien® Canine Communication, taught by Jan Fennell and her son Tony Knight.

Emmie has sadly left us after 14yrs of pleasure, however our

home is now shared with a rescue GSD called Ben, who is

enjoying a happy and relaxed life thanks to Emmie and Jan Fennell.

Emmie, a GSD bitch, was the dog that, finally lead me to Jan. Originally bought to be a pet but on the breeders advice I decided to have a go at showing her. In the show ring, Emmie became very nervous of other dogs, outside of the ring, it developed into a fear of all dogs. I went to several behaviourists but had very little success. As time passed, Emmie relaxed into being just a good friend and we managed her fear but she triggered my interest in understanding dog behaviour.

Emmie

About Us

I have been around dogs for as long as I can remember. As a result, they have always been a passion of mine.  Most have been German Shepherds (GSD), but along the way, there have been several mixed breed dogs. I have often shared my home with at least two dogs, of differing ages. In the past, I have obedience trained my dogs using the standard methods and achieved reasonable results. Looking back, I remembered sometimes being puzzled as to why at home they had not followed the request I had given them.  Following my training, I now understand why.

Sindy & Ben

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