Contact 01704 834951 (Work) c.richardsonk9@gmail.com www.linkedin.com/in/craigrichardson-22142288 (LinkedIn) www.dogtrainer.co.uk (Company) Top Skills Dog Training Dog Behavior Dog Aggression Certifications Member British Institute of Professional Dog Trainers (MBIPDT) - Dog Instruction Techniques - 1st Honours Security Industry Authority (SIA) Approved Trainer City & Guilds 7303 - Adult Learning BIPDT - Security Assessor National Association of Security Dog Users (NASDU) - Instructor / Trainer Craig Richardson CR Dog Training & Security Services Ltd - Security Consultant, Dog Trainer / Behaviourist & Accredited Expert Witness Southport, Merseyside, United Kingdom Summary My main objective is to deliver an excellent service to all clients by providing professionalism combined with a forward thinking mind-set to accomplish the goals set out in front of me. I have been training dogs professionally since 2003, developing my skills from basic pet dog training instructions and methodology to more advanced dog behaviour rehabilitation techniques, behaviour aptitude assessments for the legal and public sector and canine anatomy and physiology. I have a vast experience dealing with all matters relating to dog training - key points of focus are as follows; * Dog Training - Everyday Control, Advanced Obedience, Agility Training and Bespoke. * General Purpose Security Dog and Handler Training. * Drugs Detection Dog and Handler Training. * Scent Discrimination Dog and Handler Training. * Dog Behaviour - Canine Aggression, Human Aggression, Dominant Behaviour, Triggers, Personal Space Awareness, Genetic Pre-Disposition, Learnt Behaviour and Owner Development in conjunction with Canine Behaviour and Rehabilitation. I provide services to a variety of clients from different backgrounds and fields including; pet owners, solicitors, working dog handlers, safety officers, company directors and charities. Page 1 of 6
My work has taken me all over the world, enabling me to gain valuable experience dealing with people from all walks of life In additional I am constantly improving my knowledge and understanding of dogs, by attending regular professional development courses, seminars and training days I am able to maintain and develop my knowledge and professional abilities. Experience CR Dog Training & Security Services Ltd Managing Director April 2018 - Present Nationwide CR Dog Training & Security Services is a modern and forward thinking Canine and Security Specialist. Using a combined amount of experience from both civilian and military backgrounds we have acquired unique methodologies for the training and deployment of operational security personnel and canine behaviour. CR Dog Training & Security Services specialise in a number of different services, complimenting our experience. Quality is our main priority, we do not blow smoke about what we can offer, we provide honest and efficient advise across the board. All of our management team are hands on with each service provided, our management style compliments this to gain more from our staff - if you don't know how to do it then you shouldn't do it! Specific areas of expertise: * Drugs Detection * Explosive Detection * Pyrotechnic Detection for small or large scale events * Counter Terrorism * Event Security Management Page 2 of 6
* General Purpose Security Dog Handling * Animal Containment * Canine Behaviour and Rehabilitation * All types of detection and protection dog training * Basic to Advanced control work in all aspects of dog training * NASDU training courses: GP level 2 / Drugs Detection / Pyrotechnic Detection * Legal Services - Expert Witness specialising in Dangerous Dogs and Animal Welfare Assessments. Canine & Feline Behaviour Association Member December 2013 - Present Liverpool, United Kingdom Accredited Dog Behaviour Practitioner. The Canine & Feline Behavior Association is the U.K`s leading Dog Behaviour Institute. Providing expert advice for pet dog owners on matters related to Dog Behaviour. Working with Veterinary Practices, Insurance companies and the Legal Services Industry. For advice in relation to the assessments of Dangerous Dogs / Dog Behaviour and Animal Welfare Assessments please make contact with Craig Richardson on 01704 834951 / 07715 489 544 / crcanineservices@gmail.com / dangerousdogsexpert@gmail.com CR Dog Training & Security Services - Specialist Fields & Legal Services:- Dangerous Dogs Prohibited Dogs Breed Conformation Page 3 of 6
Dog Behaviour The Welfare of Dogs Operational Use and Training of Security Dogs The Law in Relation to Dogs Since 2007 Craig and Guy Richardson have been instructed by solicitors & clients, nationwide to perform behavioural / animal welfare assessments & or prohibited breed type conformation assessments for the courts of this country on a total of 650 dogs. They have a thorough working knowledge of the law in relation to dogs and are happy to give pro bono advice to solicitors or counsel acting on behalf of clients who have been charged with dog related offences. They have provided expert witness reports for both the defence and prosecution in criminal cases and provided expert reports in civil cases. They have given evidence many times at tribunals, Magistrates and Crown Court trials and Appeals at the Crown Court. Although is based in Liverpool, they have received many instructions from solicitors nationwide, especially in the Merseyside, Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Cumbria, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, North Wales & South Wales, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, Cleveland, Staffordshire and Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire & Greater London areas. National Association of Security Dog Users Instructor / Trainer April 2013 - Present HABC level 2 - Security dog & handler training courses Handler & dog team assessments West Lancs Canine Centre Owner January 2010 - Present Liverpool, United Kingdom West Lancs Canine Centre (WLCC) is seen as one of the North Wests leading dog training centres for pet dogs. Based in Formby, Merseyside WLCC offers a range of services to clients and prides itself on its "common sense" approach to dog training. Page 4 of 6
WLCC currently offers clients: Up to 20 pet dog training classes per week for puppies and adult dogs. Behaviour Consultations for dogs with specific behavioural issues. K9 Comforts - Holiday home care for dogs, an alternative to putting your dog into kennels. Legal Services - Court Accredited Expert Witness and Dangerous Dogs Assessor, providing assessments of dogs and reports for the courts in relation to prosecutions under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 as amended by the Dangerous Dogs (Amendment) Act 1997 and the Animal Welfare Act 2006. British Institute of Professional Dog Trainers Assessor / Trainer July 2010 - Present Assessments of operational security dogs Promoting standards in the delivery of pet dog training Richardson Canine Services T/A Positive Working Dogs Director July 2016 - April 2018 (1 year 10 months) Formby, Merseyside, U.K Global Support Services (UK) Ltd Canine Services Manager March 2015 - September 2015 (7 months) Lymm, Cheshire, United Kingdom Responsible for assessments and training of operational dog handlers Upkeep of records to ISO and ACS requirements Abu Dhabi Police Dog Training Consultant / Training Provider December 2013 - May 2014 (6 months) Abu Dhabi Police Dog Kennels, Al Ain, UAE. Provider of specialist training courses focusing on dog training & care management. Page 5 of 6
Animals In Need Dog Behaviour Assessor February 2010 - January 2014 (4 years) Melling, Liverpool Day to day assistance with aggressive dogs. Assessing dogs upon their arrival at the sanctuary. Fundraising West Lancs Canine Centre Head Instructor / Manager of Dog Training Services September 2003 - October 2011 (8 years 2 months) Merseyside Dog behaviour consultations / dog training classes / one to one dog training tuition / socialisation & rehabilitation day & residential courses Education Range High School GCSE, General Subjects (1998-2003) Page 6 of 6