Nikki
Nikki manages our inquiries and helps with puppy classes and dog-dog sessions with her two lovely Labradors.
Nikki has a degree in English literature and a PGCE in secondary education along with a Masters degree in ‘teaching & learning’. She is still working as a teacher and is passionate about education. Nikki got her own dog in 2020, after years of being allergic to animals and has a soft spot for labradors, looking after several over the last few years.
She has completed the UK Sniffer Dogs Bronze, Silver & Gold awards with Poppy (black Labrador) and they have also enjoyed agility and Hoopers together.
Nikki is also a Canine Conditioning Coach and is passionate about dog fitness.
Qualifications, accreditation, practical & theoretical experience
- Full member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.
- Full member of PACT
- KAD- Kids ARound Dogs approved professional 2025
- PACT Complete Puppy Course – 2025
- Expert member of ‘Help My Dog’ Hub
- UK Sniffer Dogs – bronze, silver & gold awards
- Absolute Dogs Training Academy Pro Dog Trainer 2022
- Absolute Dogs Training Academy Geek 2023
- Absolute Dogs Training Academy Genius 2023
- Canine Conditioning Coach – Kyra Sundance Academy
- Animal Training Instructor with ABTC
- Helper dog sessions with Roz Pooley and supporting puppy classes
- Currently working through Level 6 Diploma in Clinical Canine Behaviour
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