Meet the Guild Educational Advisors
 Derek
Williams
Derek is the proprietor of the Cheshire Canine Behaviour Centre.
He has over 32 years' experience working full time with dogs, 25
years of which were as a police dog trainer and instructor. During
his distinguished career, Derek has successfully competed at the
highest level in both police and civilian trials. In 1989, 1990
and 1991 he won the Cheshire Police Dog Trials and also in 1991
won a Pro Dogs Gold medal for outstanding team work and bravery
with his police dog Thor.
Derek specialises in the assessment and rehabilitation of problem
dogs, he possesses a wealth of experience in behaviour modification,
in particular dealing with aggression problems. He is regularly
called upon by a wide range of professional organisations including
the RSPCA, Manchester Dogs Home, the Cheshire Dogs Home as well
as many veterinary practices.
Derek lectures on canine behaviour both on radio and television.
TV appearances include Pet Rescue and Vets in Practice. He is also
involved in the education of students studying animal behaviour
at HND, NVQ and BSc degree level. Derek's expertise is utilised
in dog-related court cases where he acts as an expert witness for
cases under the Dangerous Dogs Act. |
