Claudi Paws

Dog Behaviour and Training

Hello, I’m Claudia, a canine behaviourist and trainer based in East Devon and Exeter.

I specialise in helping owners better understand their dogs’ behaviour and build confident, positive relationships through ethical, evidence-based training and behaviour support.

With professional experience working within training and behaviour roles for some of the UK’s leading animal welfare charities, alongside extensive academic study in canine behaviour, I provide practical, compassionate support tailored to both dog and owner.

My aim is to help you achieve lasting behavioural change through clear guidance, realistic training strategies, and a deeper understanding of your dog’s needs.

Whether you are struggling with behavioural concerns or simply want to build a stronger relationship with your dog, I am committed to supporting you with scientifically informed and welfare-focused methods.

Experience & Qualifications

I have spent many years developing both the practical skills and academic knowledge needed to support dogs and their owners through training and behaviour consultations.

I am a graduate of the University of Hull, holding a BSc in Canine Behaviour Management and a Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Applied Canine Behaviour and Training.

Through formal assessment, I have demonstrated the knowledge and understanding required for Associate Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CAB) membership with the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC).

In addition, I hold a Canine Training Instructor qualification and maintain professional membership with the Professional Association of Canine Trainers (PACT). This qualifies me as a Practitioner Member of the Animal Training Instructor (ATI) division of the Animal Behaviour and Training Council (ABTC).

Alongside my private behaviour and training practice, I am proud to work as a Clinical Animal Behaviourist within one of the UK's largest dog welfare, behaviour and rehoming organisations.

APBC statement:

Associate members have demonstrated that they have the appropriate level of Knowledge and Understanding for the professional role of Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CAB). They are now gaining the practical experience necessary to be assessed as a CAB and therefore become a Full member of the APBC. The APBC supports its Associate members undertaking behaviour consultations.