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About Me

Stephanie Monk : MSc: Animal Behaviour and Welfare , ISCP.Dip.Canine.Nutrition

Hello! I’m Steph and I am the face of C&S Animal Behaviour and Training. I spend all my time with my three wonderful sighthounds, five mischievous cats and three fun ponies. I know how hard it can be to try and find a suitable behaviourists and trainer, and hope to be that person for you. I focus on dogs and cats and the problems you face with them. All the training I use is up to date, science based and most importantly, kind!

I am a massive lover of animals having been around them all my life. I have focused on a career with them since a young age. My behaviour journey started at zoo’s and I have volunteered at several zoo’s for three years, and helped train big cats like tigers, to tiny marmosets!

After finishing my degree in 2016 at Anglia Ruskin University, I managed to get out of retail and started to work at one of the countries leading animal charities, where I worked for ten years

. I have worked with complex behaviours in all breeds of dogs and aided them on their journey in finding their forever home. This job really cemented that I wanted to work in behaviour so, I volunteered at a cattery to further my knowledge in cats and their behaviours to help their families live peacefully with their feline friends.

Not long after working in the rescue, I discovered how much of an impact diet can have on behaviour and medical ailments. In 2019, I dived into a Canine Nutrition diploma with the ISCP and was awarded a merit. I focus mainly on the RAW diet but can help owners with any diet advice where possible.

Recently in 2024, I took the journey into a Masters of Animal behaviour and welfare with Hartpury University to not only further my Knowledge, but to ensure I bring the best I can to my clients. I enjoyed this hugely and cemented my knowledge in the behaviour field.

My goal is for you to have the best relationship possibly with your furry friend and I strongly believe that a solid relationship starts out with an understanding with what your pet needs from you in every part of their life, while also fitting that around your busy life.

Qualifications

  • Masters of Science in Animal Welfare and Behaviour - Hartpury University

  • Degree of Science in Animal Welfare and Behaviour -Anglia Ruskin University

  • Diploma in Canine Nutrition - The International School for Canine Psychology and Behaviour

  • Full member of The Pet Professional Guild

  • Full behaviour member of the Family Dog Mediation

  • Full member of Julie Naismith’s Separation Anxiety Pro Division

Courses I have Attended

These are some of the courses and workshops I have attended over the years:

Canine Principles, Puppy Lab, IMDT, The School of Canine Science, Chirag Patel, Victoria Stilwell, Tellington T-Touch, Steve Man, Kay Lawrence, Craig Ogilvie, APBC summits, Simone Muller, and Tilly Farm


Logos of various certification and accreditation organizations including ISCP, CPD Member, ICAN, and Animal Network with slogans like 'Welfare First' and 'Advocacy International'.
Family Dog Mediation logo featuring a shield, the initials FDM, and the words "Family Dog Mediation, understanding changes everything..." licensed professional.
Badge with purple and pink colors indicating certification for Stephanie Monk as a SAPro Behavior Consultant, CSAP-BC, awarded by Julie Naismith.
Logo featuring a stylized horse head and the text 'Purdue University'

Certificates can be viewed upon request

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A playful dog lying on green grass with a tennis ball nearby, wearing a green harness.
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A brindle-colored dog lying on a pile of plush stuffed animals, resting its head on a tan teddy bear, with other stuffed animals around it.
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Two cats lying on a bed, one with tortoiseshell fur and green eyes, the other white with black markings and green eyes, in a cozy home setting.