Danielle Beck

Animal Behaviour and Training Council Registered Clinical Animal Behaviourist

Danielle is a Clinical Animal Behaviourist Registered through the Animal Behaviour and Training Council and is a Full Member of the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC), and a professional member of the Animal Behaviour and Management Alliance (ABMA). Danielle gained her PGDip in Companion Animal Behaviour Counselling in 2012 and completed the MSc thesis, which focused on lizard welfare, in 2015; from the University of Southampton. She also has a BSc in Zoology from Bangor University and is happy to see multiple species.

Danielle is also known on social media as the Geekydogtrainer and has been working with animals for over 18 years, during which time she has gained a wealth of experience with a variety of different animal species from guinea pigs and axolotls to rhinos and sea lions. Her studies and practical experience have worked together to enhance her theoretical and practical knowledge, with regards to animal husbandry, welfare, training, ethology and behaviour, of a variety of different species. Danielle has practical experience working within zoological facilities, aquatic facilities, mainstream and commercial pets shops, boarding kennels, community farms and dog daycare and training centers.

Public Speaking

Danielle is an enthusiastic and passionate speaker, especially when it comes to reducing stress and improving welfare in companion and zoological animals, especially lizards. She has presented internationally on the subjects of animal behaviour, training and enrichment and is able to deliver presentations on topics such as aggression, training and learning theory amongst others. Danielle is happy to speak at events big or small and enjoys sharing knowledge with others