Chirag Patel DipCABT, CPDT. Head Trainer (cpatel@domesticatedmanners.com)
Chirag is qualified with an Advanced Diploma
in Practical Aspects of Companion Animal Behaviour and Training (DipCABT) with
COAPE. He also holds a Behaviour and Training & a Dog Aggression
Certificate, which he achieved after completing an Internship program at the
San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Dog Training
Academy, where Jean Donaldson is the Academy Director. Chirag has also
undertaken some training with Dr Ian Dunbar and Donna Duford. He was also
awarded a Certificate in Dog Psychology from the Canine Behaviour Centre after
completing and passing the relevant course.
Chirag is also a member of the
'Association of Pet Dog Trainers, which was founded in 1995 by John Fisher
to offer pet dog owners a guarantee of quality when looking for a puppy or dog
training class in their area. All members of the APDT have been assessed
according to a strict code of practice and have agreed to abide by kind and
fair principles of training. To this end the use of coercive or punitive
techniques and equipment are not used.'
Member No. 00923
For more information please visit www.apdt.co.uk .
Finally, he is also a Certified Pet Dog Trainer after training and passing the exam set by the Certification
Council for Professional Dog Trainers.
'The CCPDT is an
international testing and certification program for professional pet dog
trainers. The CCPDT's certification program is based on humane training
practices and the latest scientific knowledge related to dog training.
Competence and continued growth in training practices is promoted through the
recertification of qualified professionals.'
For more information
please visit http://www.ccpdt.org .
Domesticated Manners Dog Training
classes, would not be complete without our fantastic Volunteers.
Chandni Patel, Training Assistant. (chandnipatel@domesticatedmanners.com)
During puppy classes it always helps to
have a younger helper! Chandni, aged 13 attends classes to help train and
socialise the puppies. Those who ask for her help, find that she is a superb
helper and also find that their dog has a new friend.
Kara Brand, Training Assistant. (kbrand@domesticatedmanner.com)
Kara, a super vet in the making, allows
owners the opportunity to seek help when the trainer may be
attending to another puppy, also a very keen and knowledgeable assistant.
Kara has now 'jetted' off to the great
climate of Nottingham and Nottingham Vet School. She will however be
making guest appearances during vacations.
Finally, A HUGE Thank You For All Your
Help Chandni & Kara !!!
