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About

WHO WE ARE

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The Dog Bond Academy

From the Police beat to Clinical Behaviour

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We are Tanya and Matt, the ex Police duo behind The Dog Bond Academy.

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With a combined 30 years of policing experience, we bring a unique level of calm, observation, and dynamic risk assessment to dog training.

 

We swapped the blue lights for behaviourism because of our shared, lifelong love of dogs.

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The Perfect Balance of Science & Simplicity - we believe that dog training shouldn't be a "one size fits all."

We have trained with various top-tier companies to gather the best methodologies, ensuring we offer a truly rounded approach.

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Tanya

Tanya: with a Level 2 in Counselling Skills, Level 5 in Marketing, IMDT qualifications and currently completing the highest Level 6 Clinical Behaviourist qualification (making her one of the few worldwide to combine this level of clinical study with our specific background), she loves the "nitty-gritty."

 

Being AuDHD (Autistic and ADHD), Tanya combines a hyper-focused love of theory, body language, and complex behavioural analysis with a passion for practical problem-solving.

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​Tanya is hyper empathetic which is what drives the ethos of Bond Building so your dog sees you as their best back up buddy- not someone to fear.

Matt

Matt is the translator. With suspected ADHD, he has a gift for taking Tanya’s complex scientific analysis and translating it into calm, easy-to-understand language. He strips away the jargon so everyday dog owners can feel confident, not confused.

The DBA's games are ethical and science based but easy to execute and see results.

Matt loves skills based training and walks approximately 15 miles a day as his energy is never ending!

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Terms and Conditions for 3-Month & 6-Month Training Programs

  • Payment

    • All payments are non-refundable and must be made in advance, either as a one-time upfront payment or via monthly installments.

    • Payments are processed through Stripe, Paypal or Bank Transfer.

  • Training Sessions

    • If working together remotely - our face to face is over zoom

    • Clients will have access to WhatsApp for messaging throughout the duration of their plan. I will strive to respond within 24 hours, where possible.

  • Access to Resources

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      Clients have free access of all our online courses to watch at their own convenience

      Clients will have free access to webinars throughout the duration of their training plan to support learning and development.

  • Commitment to the Behavioural Plan

    • The owner agrees to fully commit to and consistently implement the behavioural plan provided by the trainer.

    • Regular participation and follow-through on the plan are crucial for achieving the desired outcomes.

  • Cancellation and Refunds

    • All payments are non-refundable, even if the owner decides to discontinue the training program early.

    • If you need to cancel or reschedule a session, please notify us at least 24 hours in advance to avoid cancellation fees.

  • Program Adjustments

    • Adjustments to the plan may be made if needed, based on the dog’s progress and individual needs. Any modifications will be discussed and agreed upon by both the trainer and the owner.

  • By enrolling in the program, you agree to these terms and commit to actively engaging with the training process.

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