About me:

Business -
Prior to moving into the area over 23 years ago from Surrey, I had worked for a Loss Adjuster, a Specialist Industrial Chemical Distributor and then for over 8 years, a National House Building Plc. This covered experience involving Insurance Claims, Office & Accounts Manager roles and laterally as a Group Payroll Manager for over 1,200 staff covering 23 subsidiaries.

When the move to The Yorkshire Dales was completed, I was self employed, but subsequently took up an Office Manager role in a Vets Practice for over 5 years. More recently, for the past 12 years, I had been the Systems Accountant (having a varied remit) with a Manufacturing Company who traded internationally as well as in the UK. Having returned to self employment in 2019 it now gives me greater freedom in utilising my time.

K9 -

600th Dog now and still counting...

Through recent investigations, it has come to light that (as of 2024) I have been handling dogs for 55 years and I have trained and competed a range of dog breeds in the Show Ring, in Obedience Tests and in Agility Trials for the last 50 years.

In the 1980's I eventually specialised in Agility with my first Border Collie. We had 1st placings in many Championships (including finals held in Jersey), then achieved 6th in the UK at the Agility Dog of the Year finals held at Olympia - all some years ago now.

Between 2010 and 2014 I successfully set up and ran K9 Careers Dog Training School which had to cease abruptly due to ill health.

I semi-retired from office work in 2019 and set up Business & K9 Solutions which mostly covers dog training in it's many disciplines, although some business work is still undertaken.

The 2025 evening activities are shown on the right.

The current diary for 2025 of Events are below:


Displays / Demonstrations & Fun "Have A Go" sessions:


2025:

Saturday 23rd AUGUST 2025


MALHAM SHOW


Demonstration, Games and Have a Go sessions

Starting at 10.30am and again at 1.00pm (timings may be subject to change)



2024:

Saturday 24th AUGUST 2024


MALHAM SHOW


Demonstration, Games and Have a Go sessions

Starting at 10.30am and again at 1.30pm (timings may be subject to change)



2023:


Sunday 11th June 2023

Cappleside Farm Open Day, Rathmell

Display and Fun Have A Go Session - starting at 1pm through to 4pm

£1 per Have a Go, round the obstacle course with your dog.

No previous experience necessary and no age limit either as all equipment will be suitable.

Saturday 26th August 2023

Malham Show

Demonstration, Games and Have a Go session - starting at 10.30am & again at 1.30pm

Sunday 3rd September 2023

Ingleton Charity Dog Show

Demonstration, Games and Have a Go session - starting at 10.00am


K9 Options:

BAKS (North Yorkshire)

 

K9 Fun Club

This is a very popular class where both adults and children have the chance to pit their dog's skills and their own against one another in a fun way. No previous experience is necessary for this one. Together you will both learn how to negotiate the obstacles, handling techniques and then pick up a bit of speed. Alternatively, just potter round at your own pace - the choice is yours.

POINTS MAKE PRIZES are held periodically to crown the Leader Board winner.


Agility Training

The most addictive one and still very popular throughout the UK. This activity includes, Jumps, Tunnel, Tyre, Weaving Poles, Long Jump, See-Saw, Dog Walk and A-Frame. The 6-week courses alternate between Agility (Jumping) skills and Agility skills which uses the 3 contact pieces. Once you Graduate from the Beginners group, you will move to the Improvers group where you can start to enter the shows if you wish. Full guidance will be given on how to do this.



DISCONTINUED:

Puppy Training & Socialisation

When your puppy has received its final vaccinations from the vet, they can join in the puppy socialisation classes. The sooner you start, the better the outcome. You can learn the basics of training for the future and your puppy can start to learn more about life with you, your family and all aspects of the human world.


DISCONTINUED:

Obedience Training

Whether for basic training or for a more competitive edge, these classes are designed for dogs in the adolescent teenager stage and beyond.....


DISCONTINUED:

Trick Training

Designed primarily for the fun factor in creating a party piece or by joining the moves together for a display. However, this will also be your start of Heelwork to Music or Camera & TV work. Children and adults all welcome to join in. It's a great way to improve the relationship with your dog and let them think more, which is always a plus for them and their owners.

Displays, Demonstrations and Fun Entertainment sets can be arranged at seasonal events.


Please contact me for details or to discuss your requirements.


    2025 Calendar:   


Monday  - K9 Fun Club - Giggleswick


Tuesday   - Agility / Agility (Jumping) 6 week Beginner Courses & Graded Dogs (Pre-Competition) - Giggleswick


Wednesday - Obedience/Ring Craft/Trick Training - DISCONTINUED


Thursday - Agility Competition Dogs only - Giggleswick



1) K9 Fun Club:

Millfield Stud BD24 0DS 


Starts on: Monday 28th APRIL


Monday at 6.30pm & 7.40pm


For all breeds of dogs over 6 months old. No prior experience required.


New dogs can only start on the 1st week of the 6 week block, as it is their training session.


Book for as many or as few as you want - you won't get points though if you are not there!


Challenges for both the dog and the handler - so a good sense of humour is a must.


£12 per dog per week.


BOOKING AND PREPAYMENT REQUIRED


Optional POINTS MAKE PRIZES Leader Board in operation for the 6 week block.



2) Agility - 6-week Beginner Agility Course - followed by the class for Fun Agility, Graded or Pre-competition dogs:

Millfield Stud BD24 0DS                                       

Starts on: Tuesday 29th APRIL


Tuesday at 6.30pm & 7.40pm


For all breeds of dog over 6 months old No prior experience required.


You can Graduate up to Kennel Club Competition Standard if you wish, too.


£102 per dog for the 6 week course

£12 pw for all BAKS (North Yorkshire) G3 & G4 non-competition dogs.


BOOKING AND PREPAYMENT REQUIRED



3) Agility - Competition dogs only: Millfield Stud BD24 0DS                               

Starts on Thursday 1st MAY


Thursday  at 6.30pm


For Pre-Competition dogs to increase & improve their skills training.


£12 per dog per week.


Dogs must have Graduated to BAKS G3 or above already.


Every 6 weeks there will be a fun competition with trophy and prizes awarded.

BOOKING AND PREPAYMENT REQUIRED



4) Agility - Competition dogs only: Millfield Stud BD24 0DS                  


Thursday at 7.40pm, Ongoing


For dogs who are already actively competing with their dog.


£12 per dog per week.


BOOKING AND PREPAYMENT REQUIRED

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