Louise Stapleton-Frappell B.A.Hons. PCBC-A. PCT-A. CTDI. CAP3. Dn-FSG2. DN-CPCT2. CWRI. FFCP.
Owner and Head Trainer.
Louise is a partner and faculty member of DogNostics Career Center and board member of The Pet Professional Guild. A professional canine trainer and behaviour consultant, accredited via The Pet Professional Accreditation Board, Louise is the regional coordinator of Doggone Safe in Spain and the owner and head trainer of The DogSmith of Estepona.
Louise has presented at conferences internationally and published numerous articles on dog training and behaviour. Her experience, her background as a teacher and her impressive pet industry credentials means she is uniquely qualified to share her sills and knowledge with both the public and pet industry professionals.
Louise has presented at conferences internationally and published numerous articles on dog training and behaviour. Her experience, her background as a teacher and her impressive pet industry credentials means she is uniquely qualified to share her sills and knowledge with both the public and pet industry professionals.
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Louise Stapleton-Frappell is from Yorkshire, England. Louise speaks English and Spanish. Current Industry Roles Owner & Head Trainer The DogSmith of Estepona Board Member & Steering Committee The Pet Professional Guild - a global membership organisation for pet professionals. Steering Committee The Pet Professional Guild British Isles. Regional Coordinator Spain & Steering Committee Doggone Safe - Non-profit organisation dedicated to dog bite prevention through education and dog bite victim support. Partner & Faculty Member DogNostics Career College - an education and certification provider for pet professionals. Author & Instructor - DogNostics Certification Programmes & Education for Pet Professionals Become a Certified Dog Training Professional Canine Enrichment Technician Certification Dog Training Pro Starter Kit Dog Trick Instructor Program Fostering Collaborative Care Instructor Program Fun Scent Games Instructor Programmes. Levels 1 & 2 Happier Healing Program for Pet Professionals Puppy Essentials - Getting Started Puppy Essentials Level 1 - Your Guide to Positive Socialization & Development. Puppy Essentials Level 2 - 18 Foundational Puppy Skills 10 Steps to an Amazing Response to Name - Your Professional Tool-Kit Train a Reliable Come When Called - Your Professional Tool-Kit Walk This Way Instructor Program Author & Instructor - DogNostics Online Programmes for Pet Dog Guardians (Owners) Happier Healing Program for Pet Dog Guardians How to Teach a Dog to Love a Harness Pet Dog Solutions - Bringing Your New Dog Home Pet Dog Solutions - Your Guide to Positive Socialization Pet Dog Solutions - The Key Training Concepts Pet Dog Solutions - Essential Training Skills Pet Dog Solutions - Addressing Common Problem Behaviors Teaching Self-Control in the Presence of Food Published E-Books:
Co-Author A Lexicon of Practical Terms for Pet Trainers and Behavior Consultants to Understand The Top Ten Knowledge Training Concepts for Pet Owners to Understand Pet Training and Behavior Consulting: A Model for Raising the Bar to Protect Professionals, Pets and Their People |
Education
B.A. Joint Honours Degree Spanish and Portuguese. Subsidiary subjects Management Economics & Industrial Management. University of Leeds, U.K. Industry Certifications PCT-A. Professional Canine Trainer - Accredited through The Pet Professional Accreditation Board. PCBC-A Professional Canine Behaviour Consultant - Accredited, Pet Professional Accreditation Board. Certified Force-Free Instructor, ITDH-DTC. CAP1 CAP2 CAP3 - All gained with Distinction, Learning About Dogs. CTDI Certified Trick Dog Instructor, Do More With Your Dog. CWRI Certified Whistle Recall Instructor, Positive Dogs. DN-FSG2 Fun Scent Games Instructor, DogNostics. CPCT2 Certified Pet Care Technician Pet First Aid Certified, Pet Professional Guild K9 First Aid Certification, ITDH-DTC. Animal Behaviour & Welfare Certification, Edinburgh University. Dog Emotion & Cognition, Duke University. Pet Dog Ambassador Licensed Instructor & Assessor, PDA. Fear Free Certified Professional, Fear Free Pets. Técnica en Modificación de Conducta Canina ProfesionaL. ANACP. Adiestradora Canina Profesional. ANACP. (Asociación Nacional de Adiestradores Caninos Profesionales) Professional Membership The Pet Professional Guild. The Pet Professional Guild British Isles. Doggone Safe. The Association of Professional Dog Trainers. UK Dog Training & Behaviour Charter. Pet Industry Advocacy International. Asociación Nacional de Adiestradores Caninos Profesionales (ANACP) Event Speaker The Pet Professional Guild Summit, Tampa, Florida, U.S.A. (2015) Virtual Pet Care Summit (2015) PPGBI Force-Free Mini-Summit, Leeds, England (2016) PPGBI Educational Roundup, Edinburgh, Scotland (2017) Pet Professional Guild Educational Summit, Orlando, Florida, U.S.A. (2017) PPG Training & Behavior Event at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, Kanab, Utah, U.S.A. (2018) Geek Week - For the Love of Science, Virtual Educational Event, co-hosted by The Pet Professional Guild, The Pet Professional Guild British Isles, The Pet Professional Guild Australia, Association of INTODogs, The Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia, The UK College of Scent Dogs, Canine Arthritis Management (2020) Published Articles on Dog Training & Behaviour BARKS from the Guild - Industry Trade Magazine for The Pet Professional Guild No More Lies Magazine Blogs from the Guild, The Pet Professional Guild Contributor A Kid's Comprehensive Guide to Speaking Dog |
Carol P. Jenkinson Palacio
Independent Contractor - Pet Care, Dog Walking Expert, & Assistant Trainer
Carol has been caring for animals her whole life with a fear-free approach. She has constantly volunteered for various shelters offering her time and services – walking the dogs; cleaning; raising donations; providing play and much-needed company, and housing bottle-fed puppies and other dogs who temporarily needed a loving home.
As well as having two adopted furry companions of her own, Ita and Balloo, Carol has been taking care of pets professionally for the past few years. A consummate dog walking and pet care professional, and an assistant trainer at The DogSmith of Estepona, Carol is certified in pet first aid and is also currently studying to be a Certified Canine Enrichment Technician (near completion). An integral member of The DogSmith of Estepona team, Carol is also the proud owner of CJ Pet Necessities.
Whether you require a daily walk for your dog; pet sitting while you are busy for a few hours; a DogSmith Slumber Party or Sleepover while you are away from home; a DogVenture to add additional mental and physical enrichment to your dog’s day; a Socialisation Outing, or a Walk & Train Session to improve your dog’s lead walking skills, you will find Carol to be professional and knowledgeable, while also full of fun, exuding a positive energy which your pets will love, as she cherishes them like her own!
Carol is bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish, and happy to communicate with you and your pets in your preferred language.
As well as having two adopted furry companions of her own, Ita and Balloo, Carol has been taking care of pets professionally for the past few years. A consummate dog walking and pet care professional, and an assistant trainer at The DogSmith of Estepona, Carol is certified in pet first aid and is also currently studying to be a Certified Canine Enrichment Technician (near completion). An integral member of The DogSmith of Estepona team, Carol is also the proud owner of CJ Pet Necessities.
Whether you require a daily walk for your dog; pet sitting while you are busy for a few hours; a DogSmith Slumber Party or Sleepover while you are away from home; a DogVenture to add additional mental and physical enrichment to your dog’s day; a Socialisation Outing, or a Walk & Train Session to improve your dog’s lead walking skills, you will find Carol to be professional and knowledgeable, while also full of fun, exuding a positive energy which your pets will love, as she cherishes them like her own!
Carol is bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish, and happy to communicate with you and your pets in your preferred language.
Stacey Lloyd
Independent Contractor - Pet Care
Independent Contractor - Pet Care
Stacey Lloyd is the owner of 4 Paws Adoptions a small local dog rescue centre and registered Spanish charity dedicated to saving the lives of dogs that have been abandoned here in Spain. Stacey and a small group of volunteers care for the dogs, providing daily walks, activities, basic training, and loving care, until a suitable home is found.
Stacey also looks after several separate groups of feral cats. Feeding stations are set up and, whenever possible, the cats are captured, spayed and re-released.
Stacey's background and many years experience caring for both cats and dogs' physical and emotional needs means that she is superbly qualified to look after your pets and is much in demand for Pet Sitting, Sleepovers, and Slumber Parties, giving you piece of mind whether you are out for a few hours, travelling for business, or enjoying a holiday.
Stacey will stay in your home and lovingly care for your canine and feline family members!
Stacey also looks after several separate groups of feral cats. Feeding stations are set up and, whenever possible, the cats are captured, spayed and re-released.
Stacey's background and many years experience caring for both cats and dogs' physical and emotional needs means that she is superbly qualified to look after your pets and is much in demand for Pet Sitting, Sleepovers, and Slumber Parties, giving you piece of mind whether you are out for a few hours, travelling for business, or enjoying a holiday.
Stacey will stay in your home and lovingly care for your canine and feline family members!
Janina Tainio Dn-CPCT1. Dn-FSG1.
Independent Contractor - DogSmith Assistant Trainer.
As part of the outstanding DogSmith of Estepona team, Certified Pet Care Technician and assistant trainer, Janina Tainio loves helping dogs ‘become family’, so, who better to entrust with the care and education of your beloved four-legged family member?
As an advocate of a positive, fear-free approach to pet care and training, Janina helps dogs be the best companions possible. All the canine clients Janina works with get the same love, personal attention and extraordinary professional expertise that she gives her own dogs – two gorgeous Beagles, Minni and Iines.
Janina’s pet care technician certification involved rigorous academic and practical training in dog communication, pet first aid and tools, equipment and toys. Never one to rest on her laurel’s, Janina continues to improve and maintain her professional expertise through a series of continuing education programmes and practical hands-on experience. In addition to Janina’s credential as a Certified Pet Care Technician, she is also a fully qualified Fun Scent Games Instructor.
Janina is a native of Finland and speaks Finnish and English. She is also currently studying Spanish.
As an advocate of a positive, fear-free approach to pet care and training, Janina helps dogs be the best companions possible. All the canine clients Janina works with get the same love, personal attention and extraordinary professional expertise that she gives her own dogs – two gorgeous Beagles, Minni and Iines.
Janina’s pet care technician certification involved rigorous academic and practical training in dog communication, pet first aid and tools, equipment and toys. Never one to rest on her laurel’s, Janina continues to improve and maintain her professional expertise through a series of continuing education programmes and practical hands-on experience. In addition to Janina’s credential as a Certified Pet Care Technician, she is also a fully qualified Fun Scent Games Instructor.
Janina is a native of Finland and speaks Finnish and English. She is also currently studying Spanish.
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Current Industry Roles
Assistant Trainer Fun Scent Games Instructor Pet Care Technician Professional Membership The Pet Professional Guild British Isles - Membership organisation for pet professionals. Doggone Safe - Non-profit organisation dedicated to dog bite prevention through education and dog bite victim support. |
Education
Business and Marketing Diploma, Helsinki, Finland. Certified Yoga Teacher Dog Trainer Apprenticeship. (2 years). The DogSmith of Estepona. Industry Certifications DN-FSG1. Fun Scent Games Instructor, DogNostics. DN-CPCT1. Certified Pet Care Technician. Pet First Aid Certified, The Pet Professional Guild. Canine Communication & Social Behavior, DogNostics. Apprentice Dog Trainer Certificate. DogNostics Career Center. Journeyman Dog Trainer Certificate. DogNostics Career Center. |
Come join in the fun and get the solutions you need at the DogSmith of Estepona!
We look forward to helping your pets become family!
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