Qualifications and Continuing Education
QUALIFICATIONS and CERTIFICATES
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Certificate IV in Companion Animals (Delta Course) - DMI (CPDT)
Certificate in Canine Emotion and Cognition - DUKE University - 2023
Certificate in Chicken Behaviour and Welfare - The University of Edinburgh - 2023
Certificate in Animal Behaviour and Welfare - The University of Edinburgh- 2023
Diploma in Holistic Canine Behaviour - Canine Principles - Accredited course - 2022
Master Course - Aggression in Dogs - Michael Shikashio - 2022
Absolute Dogs - Pro Dog Trainer - 2021
Absolute Dogs - Pro Dog Geek - 2021
Absolute dogs - Pro Dog Genius - 2023
Advanced Certificate in Canine Reactive Behaviour - Canine Principles - Accredited course in UK - 2020
Advanced Certificate in Understanding and Dealing with Feline Fear and Anxiety - Pet Education and Training - Accredited course in UK - 2020
Advanced Animal Training Certificate - Animal Behaviour Consulting - Illis.se - 2021 and 2023
Fear Free Certification Veterinary Professional Level 1 - 2017
Fear Free Certification Veterinary Professional Level 2 - 2018
Fear Free Certification Veterinary Professional Level 3 - 2018
Fear Free Certification Veterinary Program - Avian - 2021
Fear Free Certification Veterinary Program - Equine - 2023
Fear Free Certification Trainer - 2017
Fear Free Certification Groomer - 2019
Elite Fear Free Certification - 2019
WSAVA Certificate in pain management - module 1 - 2025
Completion of Illis - Resolving Challenging Behaviours - 2024
Certificate - Elearning Vet Dermatology 2024
Certified as a Trauma Informed Coach 2024
Certificate Positive Psychiatry and Mental Health - The University of Sydney - 2023
Completion of Illis Animal Behaviour Consulting - Happier Animals, Better Relationships - Animal Emotions - 2018 and 2023
Centre for Veterinary Education - Canine Aggression: Approach and Management - 2021
Completion of Illis Exploring Advanced Animal Training Concepts Masterclass - 2021
Completion of Animal Centered Education (ACE): Understanding Dog Needs and How to DO Freework with Sarah Fisher - 2024
Completion of Slow Thinking Is Lifesaving for Dogs™: Why It’s Important & How to Teach It - Laura Donaldson - 2024
Certificate - Canine Emotional Wellbeing - Mars - 2023
Certificate - Feline Emotional Wellbeing - Mars - 2023
Certificate - Bird Care and Nutrition - Mars - 2023
Certificate - Cat and Dog Behaviour Problems - Dr Ian Dunbar - 2023
Certificate - Relaxation in Action: Neurobiology and Case studies in relaxation exercises - Behavior Vets - 2023
Certificate - Anthrozoology - Miranda Workman - IAABC - 2023
Certificate - Reducing Behaviour with Reinforcement - Susan Friedman - IAABC - 2023
Certificate - Enrichment for Snakes and Other Reptiles - Lori Torrini - IAABC - 2023
Certificate - Defensive handling with aggressive dogs - Trish McMillan and Michael Shikashio - IAABC - 2023
Certificate - Behaviour - Is it Medical or Behavioural? - VetEducation - 2023
Certificate - Canine First Aid - Absolute Dogs - 2023
Certificate - Accredited certificate in canine first aid - Canine Principles - 2022
Certificate - Mental Health First Aid - 2022
Certificate - Managing compassion fatigue - 2022
Certificate - Functional Nutrition - 2022
Certificate - Lameness examination - gold standard - 2022
Certificate - Fearful Dog Rehabilitation - Canine Principles - 2021
Certificate - Trauma to Trust - Canine Principles - 2021
Certificate - The Science of Teaching - Canine Principles - 2021
Certificate - Feline Health and Wellness - Canine Principles - 2021
Certificate - Canine Coaching Foundations - Canine Principles - 2021
Certificate - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome - Canine Principles - 2021
Certificate - Inspiring Resilience in Fearful and Reactive Dogs - Canine Principles - 2020
Certificate - Senior Dog Care Course - Canine Principles - 2020
Certificate - Canine Communication - The Language of a Species - Canine Principles - 2020
Certificate - Canine Compulsive Disorders - Canine Principles - 2020
Certificate - Tellington TTouch for Calming - Canine Principles - 2020
Certificate - Solving Separation Related Problems - Canine Principles - 2020
Certificate - Canine Cognitive Dysfunction - Canine Principles - 2020
Certificate - Course in Tackling Reactivity - SpiritDog Training - 2020
Home Alone: Treating Separation Anxiety - 2020
Certificate of Completion - Camadovcate Level 1 - canine arthritis management - 2020
Canine Science - The Puppy Lab - 2020
Canine Science - Scent for 6 - 2020 - Achieved recognition as Blue level instructor and Judge.
Canine Science - 30 days of Canine Science - 2019
Resolving aggression and reactivity in dogs - 2019
Living and Learning with Animals: The Fundamental Principles and Procedures of Teaching and Learning - Behavior Works - Dr Susan Friedman's LLA course - 2018
Living and Learning with Animals: The Fundamental Principles and Procedures of Teaching and Learning - Behavior Works - Dr Susan Friedman's LLA course - Auditor - 2020
Living and Learning with Animals: The Fundamental Principles and Procedures of Teaching and Learning - Behavior Works - Dr Susan Friedman's LLA course - Auditor - 2024
Certificate in Basic Canine Nutrition - 2017
Fear Free Short Courses:
Fear Free Quantifying Pain - 2020
Fear Free Dermatology - 2020
Fear Free Dentistry - 2020
Fear Free Groomers: Simple behaviours to help groomers - 2020
Fear Free Feline Destructive Scratching Program Certificate - 2019
Fear Free Infectious Conditions: What trainers need to know certificate - 2019
Fear Free Proactive and Preventative Training Certificate - 2019
Fear Free Behaviour is Medicine; Fear Free is Better Medicine - 2019
Fear Free Noise Aversion and nutraceuticals and behavioural medicine - 2019
Fear Free Developing plan of action in patient care - 2019
Fear Free Anaesthesia and Food - 2019
Fear Free Understanding Medical Conditions and Pain - 2019
Fear Free Analgesic Medications and the Pain Pathway - 2019
Fear Free Analgesic Protocols for Acute Pain - Case Based - 2019
Fear Free Puppy and Kitten course - 2018
Other Certificates:
Certificate of Illis Resolving Challenging Behaviours - 2024
Certificate Positive Psychiatry and Mental Health - The University of Sydney - 2023
Centre for Veterinary Education - Canine Aggression: Approach and Management - 2021
Completion of Illis Exploring Advanced Animal Training Concepts Masterclass - 2021
Absolute Dogs - Working with dogs challenge - 2021
Absolute Dogs - Sexier than a squirrel challenge - 2020
Certificate - CBD in Veterinary Medicine - The science and clinical application - 2019
Completion of Illis Exploring Advanced Animal Training Concepts Masterclass - 2019
Certificate in Adrenal Disease in Cats - CVE - 2019
Completion of Illis Animal Behaviour Consulting - Happier Animals, Better Relationships - Animal Emotions - 2018 and 2023
Completion of Parrot Training 101 - 2018
Completion of Total Recall - Teach your bird to fly to you on cue - 2018
Certificate of Completion of Physical Therapy (ACVN) - 2017
Certificate in Biology and Behaviour in Psychology - 2017
Diploma in Psychology - 2017
Center for Veterinary Education - Certificate of Completion Pain Management (Sydney University) - 2017
Further Continuing Education.
Conferences:
The Chronic Pain Symposium - 2024
The Aggression in Dogs Conference - 2024
The Control unleashed conference - 2024
IAABC - Pounce! - 2023
IAABC - Flock! - 2023
The Aggression in Dogs Conference - 2023
RSPCA NSW Conference with Dr Sarah Heath - 2023
The Lemonade Conference - 2022
The Aggression in Dogs Conference - 2022
Super Trainer Live - 2022
Geek Week - The Pet Professional Guild Conference - 2021
The Lemonade Conference - 2021
Geek Week - For the love of science - The Pet Professional Guild Conference - 2020
Conference Unleashed - 2020
The Aggression in Dogs Conference - 2020
The Lemonade Conference - 2020
2 Day Vet Clinic Summit - 2020
Veterinary Behaviour Symposium (ACVB) - 2020
PPG Australia conference - 2018
APDT Conference - 2017
APDT Conference - 2016
APDT Conference - 2015
APDT Conference - 2014
APDT Conference - 2013
APDT Conference - 2012
APDT Conference - 2011
Webinars:
Basics of Veterinary Care for Exotics - The University of Sydney - Centre for Veterinary Education - Robert Johnson - 2021 Adolescent Felines and How to Survive Them - IAABC- Chris Pachel - 2021
ABA in Practice - Adria Karrison - IAABC - 2021
Beware the Strawman - IAABC - Linda Case - 2021
Anthrozoology 101 - IAABC - Miranda Workman - 2021
Noise Sensitivity in Dogs - Separation Anxiety Dog - 2021
But is it really separation anxiety? - Separation Anxiety Dog - 2021
Environmental Enrichment as Part of Multimodal Analgesic Protocol to Treat Post-Operative Pain Following Hemilaminectomy in Dogs with Intervertebral Disc Herniation - Aude Castel DVM MSC DACVIM - Veterinary Behaviour Symposium (ACVB) 2020
Introduction to Veterinary Cannabinoid Medicine - Vet Clinic Summit - 2020
Cat Whispering: Cat handling techniques that incorporate cat's natural behaviour - Vet Clinic Summit - 2020
Raise your separation anxiety game - School of Canine Science - Jo- Rosie Haffenden - 2020
Why Aggression? Neurophysiology of emotion - The University of Sydney - Centre for Veterinary Education - 2020
Animal Bio-security and Emerging Threats - The University of Sydney - Centre for Veterinary Education - 2020
From bats to big cats: do animals develop COVID-19 - The University of Sydney - Centre for Veterinary Education - 2020
How to approach a behaviour case in general practice - The University of Sydney - Centre for Veterinary Education - 2020
Feeding backyard chickens for optimal health - The University of Sydney - Centre for Veterinary Education - 2020
Seeking Therapy -Nose work for therapy - Peta Clarke - 2020
A dose of hope - Part 1 - Behavior Vets - Dr E'Lise Christensen - 2020
Homebound hounds - Behavior Vets - Dr E'Lise Christensen and Ferdie Yau - 2020
Remote Consultations for Aggression Cases - Michael Shikashio - 2020
Separation Anxiety - Mission Possible! - Malena DeMartini -2020
Foraging Felines - Providing House Cats with Necessary Mental and Physical Stimulation through fun and their food - Amy Martin - 2020
Disaster Mindset - The Neuropsychology you need to survive and thrive - Libby Kemkaran- Thompson - Webinar Vet - 2020
The gastrointestinal biome and its effects - Felicity Caddick - Webinar Vet - 2020
The nurses roll in infection control - Webinar Vet - 2020
Pet foods and feeding; ethical, sustainable and welfare concerns - Webinar Vet - 2020
Cultivating Calm Canines - Pet Professional Guild Australia - 2020
The Science of Learning - The University of Sydney - Centre for Veterinary Education - 2020
Home Prepared Diets - The University of Sydney - Centre for Veterinary Education - 2020
Biomechanical Medicine: Intro & Applications - Centre for Veterinary Education - 2020
Veterinary Laser Therpay - Clinical publications and applications - Stephen Barabas - Webinar Vet - 2020
Empowering Dog Trainers - Winter Summit - Day 1 - Dr Ian Dunbar - Watching and Wondering - The Science and Soul of Dog Training - 2020
Empowering Dog Trainers - Winter Summit - Day 2 - Moira Hechenleitner - Solving Separation anxiety using four principles- 2020
Empowering Dog Trainers - Winter Summit - Day 3 - Michael Shikashioa - Bitey Side of Business - 2020
Empowering Dog Trainers - Winter Summit - Day 4 - Clair Hickson - People centered solutions for dog trainers and behaviourists - 2020
Empowering Dog Trainers - Winter Summit - Day 5 - Kamal Fernandez - Stress, frustration and building resilience - 2020
Empowered Dog Trainers – winter summit – Day 6 - Steve White – Thousand Hour Eyes 2020
Empowered Dog Trainers – winter summit – Day 7 - Lori Stevens – Aging Dogs 2020
Empowered Dog Trainers – winter summit – Day 10 - Jamie Pound – Scent Detection for Everyone 2020
Empowered Dog Trainers – winter summit – Day 11 - Stephanie Price and Sarah Rodriguez – Bonding and Enriching the life of a fearful dog through tricks 2020
Empowered Dog Trainers – winter summit – Day 12 - Janet Finlay – Mindset matters: reframing reactivity for dog trainers and guardians 2020
The concept of empowerment in dog training - Niki Trudge - PPG - 2019
The pitfalls of negative reinforcement - Jean Donaldson - PPG - 2019
Negative punishment, negative reinforcement and the humane hierarchy - PPG - 2019
Using negative reinforcement to work with scaredy cats - Beth Adelman - PPG - 2019
An instructional webinar on the CARE protocol - Jennifer Titus - 2019
Understanding behaviour and the stepping stones toward bird training - Sheila Blanchette - PPG - 2019
Adrenal diseases in cats - Sydney Uni - 2019
Social learning in dogs - Jan Casey - PPG - 2019
Pestering pooches - Kristi Benson - PPG - 2019
Respiratory infectious disease in cats - Danielle Gunn-Moore - ISFM - 2019
New data insights of canine nutrition, behaviour and health - Webinar Vet - 2019
Canine Raw Feeding - Webinar Vet - 2019
Dispelling Myths and misconception in nutrition - Webinar Vet - 2019
Tackling Pet Obesity - Webinar Vet - 2019
Assessment of acute pain in cats - IFSM - 2019
Collaborative Care - Dr Kat Gregory - 2019
Building pain management pyramid - Dr Robin Downing - 2019
Non-Neoplastic and Neoplastic disorders linked to desexing in dogs - Dr Steven Metcalfe and Dr Michelle Kutzler - 2019
Workshops:
Fenzi Academy BH101 Learning Theory for Dog Sport Trainers
Fenzi Academy FE350 Body Awareness Through Targeting
Fenzi Academy BH110 Dealing with the Bogeyman - Helping Fearful and Reactive Competition Dogs
Fenzi Academy FF460 Brain Games - Puzzles for Canines
Fenzi Academy OB300 Heeling Games
Fenzi Academy FE205 Focus Games
Fenzi Academy FF180 Yes Please! Cooperative Canine Care
Fenzi Academy SH101 Introduction to IPO Tracking
Fenzi Academy FF250 Parkour
Fenzi Academy FF450 Daredevil within: Building Confidence Through Skateboarding!
Fenzi Academy BH325 Home Alone - Separation Anxiety
Fenzi Academy FE310 Training with remote reinforcement
Predation Substitute Training - Canine Principles - 2020
The Mechanics of the mark - Canine Principles - 2020
Canine Calmness - Canine Principles - 2020
Settling through Scent Work for the highly aroused dog - Canine Principles - 2020
Canine Enrichment - Shay Kelly - Canine Principles - 2020
Canine Functional Characters - Canine Principles - 2020
Clicking for resilience - Canine Principles - 2020
Dog Tired - Canine Seep - Canine Principles - 2020
Easy Walks with Reactive Dogs - Canine Principles - 2020
Seminars:
Uncovering the secrets of how dogs learn - Dr Bronwen Bollaret - 2020
Helping the difficult patient - Dr Bronwen Bollaret - 2019
Podcasts I listen to and recommend:
Absolute Dogs
The Bitey End of the Dog - Michael Shikashio CDBC
The Natural Vets
Wild Heart Dog Training
Drinking from the toilet
The animal behaviour doctors
Ologies with Alie Ward
Be Right Back - The separation anxiety podcast
Fear free pets
Happy Paws - presented by fear free happy homes
Nuggets for Vet Nurses