An examination of the latest research relating to kennelled dog welfare – Presented by Dr Jenna Kiddie

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Dr Jenna Kiddie represents The Canine Behaviour Team at Dogs Trust. The Canine Behaviour Team works with dog professionals, to enable and empower them to provide high-welfare and evidence-led services to dogs in their care and communities. Their messaging is informed by research and aims to promote positive dog behaviour and welfare, as well as protecting human safety.

The Canine Behaviour Team have already delivered training to the police, Border Force, fire and rescue, Animal Welfare Scheme Independent Visitors, Local Authorities and boarding establishments, on a range of topics relating to dog behaviour, training, housing, husbandry and welfare. They offer bespoke in person and online training, as well as additional consultancy and support services. In 2024, the Canine Behaviour Team delivered 113 sessions to 2,140 individuals.

Furthermore, the Canine Behaviour Team launched Dogs Trust Campus in 2024 – an interactive, online learning platform. So far, the team have uploaded 20 courses for the police and other public safety and enforcement agencies, who work with and care for working dogs. Course topics include Behaviour and Welfare Assessments, Handling in Kennels, Dog to Dog Interactions, Setting Puppies up for Success, What Dogs Need, and Training for Retirement. So far 425 individuals have signed up to Dogs Trust Campus, with 1710 course enrolments.

The Canine Behaviour Team also developed online courses which have been accessed by over 300 OK9 Wellbeing and Trauma Support Dog handlers. They recently delivered bespoke Behaviour Champion Training and presented at the OK9 conference in December.

The Canine Behaviour Team is made up of passionate, knowledgeable individuals with varied backgrounds and a wealth of experience in animal welfare, behaviour, research and teaching.