Ribble Valley Canine Services

Where to start? Well, I'm a mum of two adult children, I've lived in the Ribble Valley for over 20 years, so I know the area pretty well and love the community feel of the place - as well as the beautiful countryside and towns of course! I have 3 dogs of my own (take a look at their bios on the Team page) and I love nothing more than a walk in the great outdoors with them or cosying up by the fire on colder nights. 

Having originally worked in the field of environmental consultancy, I started my formal journey to dog training in 2017. An office wasn't really the place for me to thrive - chuck me in a field in the rain or in someones lovely living room talking about dogs and I'm much happier! 

Since qualifying with Compass education in Applied Animal Behaviour, Canine,  I have worked with thousands of dogs and their owners, with cats, horses and small animals too. I undertake continued, evidenced professional development, maintaining membership with the most rigorous and well-respected welfare-centred dog training organisations in the UK. 

I am passionate about animal welfare and I  keep up to date with current behavioural research and modern training techniques. Working with animals and their caregivers is the most fulfilling role I have found and I will continue to work for as long as I can - I just love my job! 

I cant wait to meet you and your canine companion too.

Steph :-) 

Memberships and Training 

(the boring but very important bit):

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ATI Member of The Canine Behaviour and Training Society  

(https://www.tcbts.co.uk/get-help/by-trainer/stephanie-penrose)

Registered with the Animal Behaviour and Training Council

(https://abtc.org.uk/practitioner/stephanie-penrose/)

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Governed by strict Codes of Practice to ensure the highest standards of animal welfare in training. 

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  Formally qualified to Level 5 

- Advanced Diploma in Applied Animal Behaviour (Canine).

& Level 6 - BSc (hons) Environmental Science

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 A knowledgeable and bespoke service that you can trust.

Vet referrals accepted.