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About The Team

Jo Martin - Owner and Head Trainer

In April 2024 Jo took over as owner of My Dog. Jo has been working on site since May 2019.  She has been training with her own dog Patti and has made the leap to trainer in summer 2020.   Jo is passionate about using modern, science based training and all the puppies.  


Training/Qualifications

Canine Principles - Level 5 Canine Behaviour Management, studying now

School of Canine Science - Level 6 Canine Science Behaviourist, studying now  

Canine Hoopers UK  Instructor , Sept 2024.

Sporty Paws certified canicross instructor.

Canine Principles - Level 3 Diploma in Canine Coaching, 100% pass, Jan 2022

Dog Parkour UK - Certified Instructor

School of Canine Science - Nutrition

School of Canine Science - Fear

The Dog Training College - Self-control in dogs

The Dog Training College - Body language

The Dog Training college - Canine emotion

International Canine Behaviourists - Neutering

Empowered Dog - Summer Summit, 2021

School of Canine Science - Puppy Lab

My Dog - Paws for Thought

My Dog - Puppy, Foundation, Novice and Intermediate courses

Ba Hons in Primary Education

Hannah Ellins - Trainer

Hannah has been training with My Dog for several years and her interest in dog behaviour and training has continued to grow.  She joins the team as a trainer from August 2023.  Hannah also has her own grooming business, Comb in the Countryside. 


Training/Qualifications

Canine Principles - Level 3 Diploma in Canine Coaching, studying now

Canine Principles Dog Rescuer Guide 2023

iPet Network Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming and Salon Management 2023

Became Head of Section for Reptiles and Inverts in 2023 

Foundation Degree of Science in Animal Management and Applied Science 2017

Level 3 extended diploma in Animal Management 2014

Jo Philpott - Trainer

Jo P has a Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Dog Behaviour Management. She has over 20 years experience working with dogs including as a Qualified Veterinary Nurse and has been teaching Animal Care for 10 years in colleges before moving to dog behaviour and training full time in 2018. 

Jo P has taken a step back from training and behaviour but you can contact her on jo@the-grainstore.co.uk, or 07984947625. 


Michael Shikashio's Aggressive Behaviour in Dogs Course, Feb 2023

Separation Anxiety Pro Certificate, Oct 2022

Certified Animal Behaviourist with ICAN, April 2022

Certified Control Unleashed Instructor, 2022

Empowered Dog Reframing Reactivity Pro Course, 2022

DMWYD Animal Actor Certified Evaluator, 2022

ICB Amber Batson Neutering Workshop, 2021

School of Canine Science - Nutrition and Fear, 2021

The Dog Training College - Body language, 2021 

The Dog Training college - Canine emotion, 2021

Empowered Dog - Summer Summit, 2021 

School of Canine Science - Puppy Lab. 2021

Canine Principles Loose Lead Walking course, 2021

Introduction to Mantrailing workshop, 2020

Post Graduate Diploma in Special Needs Education, 2020

Introduction to Tellington T-Touch workshop, 2018

Scentwork UK Train the Trainer, 2018

Certified DMWYD Trick Dog Instructor, 2014

Leve 5 Advanced Diploma in Canine Behaviour Management (Distinction), 2012

Diploma in Teaching in Lifelong Sector, 2010

Qualified as Veterinary Nurse,  2005

Memberships & Qualifications

Certified Control Unleashed Instructor

Memebr of the Pet Professional Guild

Member of the UK Dog Behaviour & Training Charter 

Additional COVID safety training compled

Certified Separation Anxiety Pro (Cert SAPT) 

Vetted and monitored by The Dog Training College on Find a Dog Trainer

The most comprehensive course on dog aggression for trainers and behaviour consultants available. 

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