Postgraduate Qualified Canine Behaviourist
Welcome to The Canine Behaviourist
Scientific Expertise, Compassionate Solutions
Dedicated to transforming your understanding of your dog through scientifically backed, positive reinforcement training methods. With over 25 years of experience working with dogs across the UK and New Zealand, Darran brings expert knowledge and compassion to every interaction, helping you and your dog build a stronger, healthier bond.
Postgraduate Qualified Canine Behaviourist
Welcome to The Canine Behaviourist
Scientific Expertise, Compassionate Solutions
Dedicated to transforming your understanding of your dog through scientifically backed, positive reinforcement training methods. With over 25 years of experience working with dogs across the UK and New Zealand, Darran brings expert knowledge and compassion to every interaction, helping you and your dog build a stronger, healthier bond.
About Darran Rowe
Darran is a Clinical Animal Behaviourist with a wealth of expertise rooted in science and a deep understanding of canine emotions. As the founder of Mindfulness4dogs, Darran has helped hundreds of dogs and their owners overcome behavioral challenges, using positive, evidence – based strategies that ensure long-lasting results.
Qualifications:
- Studying for a Master’s in Clinical Animal Behaviour (final year – PGDip equiv passed) – University of Edinburgh, Royal (Dick) Veterinary College.
- Certified Dog Trainer and Behaviourist, Association of professional Dog Trainers NZ and Companion Animals NZ.
- Former President of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers New Zealand.
Behavioural Experience:
- Over 25 years experience working with behavioural and training cases in New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
- Former Manager and Behaviourist at SPCA Waikato, with extensive experience in kennel management.
- Frequently work in a consultancy role with Rescue Centres, Dog Control Departments, and Doggy Daycares.
Media Exposure:
- A trusted media presence with 200+ radio episodes on Magic Talk, Today FM, More FM and the Breeze FM.
- Multiple appearances as a behavioural expert on TVNZ and Three Now.
- Featured in articles in News Hub, Stuff.co.nz, Waikato Times, Sunday Daily Star, CareersNZ.
Specialist Approach:
Darran Rowe’s methods are deeply rooted in a unique combination of scientific expertise and real-world experience. Living with 10 dogs of his own, Darran has a profound, hands-on understanding of canine behavior, gained through observing and interacting with dogs in their natural social environment. This wealth of experience allows him to truly empathize with the emotional needs and motivations behind dog behavior.
By integrating scientific principles with practical, everyday solutions, Darran creates tailored training approaches that promote trust, communication, and harmony between dogs and their owners. His methods not only address specific behavioral challenges but also nurture the overall well-being of every dog he works with.
