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Our Code of Conduct
Here we have our code of conduct. A set of core values we operate under.
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I do no harm. This is the ethical principle that has guided medical
professionals for centuries, it is also my underpinning principle.
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I will combine positive reinforcement training techniques with an
understanding of natral dog behaviour to educate owners, with the
aim of acheiving, as far as possible, well socialised, well behaved dogs
and good citizens on both ends of the lead.
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I oppose the use of techniques or equipment that harm or scare the
dog.
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I will conduct myself honestly, professionally and compassionately and
perform these services within the guideline of this code.
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I shall continue to develop additional skills and knowledge by keeping
myself informed of advances in the field of canine behaviour by
sensibly evaluating theories and training methods and promoting
them in a manner that will best serve my clients.
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I will use and advocate training methods that can be rely on:
Eliciting and reinforcing unwanted behaviours
Inhibiting or discouraging unwanted or potentially dangerous
behaviours with an acceptable level or “punishment”
Minimising what many call “aversive” techniques.
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When designing training and behaviour modification programs, I will
take into account physical and psychological wellbeing of my client
and the individual dog (s). Furthermore, I shall endeavour to
incorporate responsible caring ownership into their training.
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I may guarantee in general satisfaction with my services but should
avoid promising specific training outcomes or results.
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I should determine and recognise my professional limits and abilities,
be open and honest with clients and where necessary refer clients to
another practitioner.
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I will respect the privacy ploicy and data protection act and shall not
disclose any information pertaining to my clients or their dogs without
the client’s written permission.
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I shall, at all times, be aware that the client has called upon me as a
professional and should conduct my behaviour with tact and
sympathy and strive to become people orientated in my dealings with
clients.
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I shal respect the views and independence of other dog trainers and
behaviour practitioners and shall not publically decry their conduct,
methods or opinions unless the conduct, method or opinions could be
considered as abuse.
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I maintain prfessional relationships with my clients, i shall not exploit
such relationships or improper personal, professional or financial
gain, nor seek to inappropriately impose my own values on clients.
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I shal, at all times conduct my work considering health and safety of
myself, my clients and the welfare of their dog. i shall also consider
health and safety to the general public and maintain a valid public and
professional indemnity insurance policy.
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This code of conduct is a living statement and will be developed to
reflect adaptive dog training methods.