Mrs Fry in FLEET
I provide expert evidence related to the behaviour and/or welfare of dogs, cats and rabbits in civil and criminal cases, including in respect of the Animal Welfare Act 2006, the Animals Act 1971 and under sections 3(1) and (4) of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991. I also assess the behaviour and welfare of school dogs, and of animals whose owners are applying to adopt or foster children, or where there are child or vulnerable adult safeguarding risks. I am a Certificated Clinical Animal Behaviourist (assessed by CCAB-Cert Ltd), a Full Member of the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors, a...
Mr Shepherd in RETFORD
Qualified and experienced in recognising and understanding complex canine behaviours • Providing expert evidence in civil and criminal proceedings for both defence and prosecution cases in detailed accurate reports • Specialising in dangerous dog legislation and cases of dogs seized under Section 1 or Section 3 of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 • Extensive multi-agency working experience with multiple police forces, RSPCA, local authorities, social services and animal welfare rehoming organisations
Ms Phillips in HIGH PEAK
Registered Clinical Animal Behaviourist. Full Member of the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors • Assessment of dogs seized under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 Section 3 • Behavioural assessments of dogs seized by police as dangerously out of control • Behavioural assessments include full investigation around the circumstances of the dog bite or incident and the dog's home environment - full written report, photographic and video evidence
Mr Barnett in FARTHINGSTONE
Expert evidence on dogs banned under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 both for type & behaviour • Behavioural assessments on dogs seized by police as dangerously out of control • Expert evidence given in animal welfare & livestock worrying cases • Have multi-agency working experience with RSPCA, local authorities & animal welfare organisations • Have presented seminars to various groups & professional bodies including veterinary professionals, police officers, local authority officers & charitable bodies • Former police dog legislation officer ̶...
Mr Hesmondhalgh in BOLTON
Shaun is a Canine Clinical Behaviourist and Dangerous Dog Specialist Consultant available to support Legal Counsel in any dog-related matters that may fall under the auspices of the following legislation: • Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 • Dangerous Dogs (Amendment) Act 1997 • Dogs Act 1871 • Antisocial Behaviour Crime & Policing Act 2014 • The Dogs (Protection of Livestock) Act 1953 • Animal Welfare Act 2006 • Guard Dog Act 1975 • The Animals Act 1971 We provide support by conducting the following: •...
Mr Foster in HIGHBRIDGE
Qualified canine behaviourist • Assessment of dogs suspected of being 'dangerous dogs' under Section 3 DDA 1991 and for 'type' assessment for dogs suspected of being prohibited under Section 1 of the Act • Assessment of dogs involved in cruelty cases both for defence and prosecuting authorities • Clients include Police and CPS services throughout the UK, local authorities, private solicitors, RSPCA • Highly experienced in giving expert evidence in both magistrates' and crown courts, including appeal courts
Mr Shaw in EDINBURGH
Qualified dog behaviour specialist with extensive experience assessing and rehabilitating dogs • Expert evidence provided in civil and criminal proceedings for both defence and prosecution cases • Specialist in dangerous dog legislation • Provides expert evidence in cases of dogs seized under Section 1 or Section 3 of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 and Section 2 of the Animal Act 1971 • Dog bites • Human fatalities involving dogs • Expert evidence in welfare cases under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 • Animal risk assessments for foster and adoption agencies...
Mrs Kollnberger in ROCHESTER
In October 2016, I attended a Dog Legislation Officers course run by Merseyside Police which was conducted by accredited and acknowledged experts in the application of the Dangerous Dogs Act. This course certified me as a recognised Government Dog Legislation Officer. During this course I attended seminars by RSPCA officials and an accredited veterinary expert. After completing this course I became the Dog Legislation Officer and Dangerous Dogs Lead for Kent Police. This role involved teaching dangerous dog legislation, overseeing the county's dangerous and banned breed incidents which involve...
Dr Hadley in EDENBRIDGE
Veterinary medicine & surgery in dogs, cats & birds • Investigation of Section 4 offences under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 • Investigation of Section 9 offences under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 • Expert witness for the prosecution & defence • Investigation of animal welfare, negligence & unnecessary suffering • Veterinary forensics • Greyhounds • Post mortem • Since 2015 I have been regularly asked to provide expert veterinary opinion
Dr d'Sa in ALTON
Criminal & civil proceedings for both defence & prosecution cases • Dog behaviour/training & breed identification, including prohibited breeds • Dangerous dogs legislation • Police Dog Legislation Officer (DLO) training • Dog behaviour expert for police constabularies across the UK • Dog bites • Human fatalities involving dogs • Cat behaviour • Animal behaviour (mammals & birds) • Animal welfare & protection • Animal-related environmental matters • Animal boarding establishments - licensing matters • An...
Mr Goff in HATFIELD
Assessment of dogs to determine and report on whether or not the dog may represent an ongoing danger to the public and if any problem identified could be managed/controlled to ensure public safety. In respect of the 1991 Dangerous Dogs Act: • Is the dog inherently dangerous and does it represent an ongoing danger to the owner, the owner's immediate family and/or the general public? • Could any problem be resolved and/or managed, i.e. control with lead and muzzle? • Are the owners fit and proper to look after the animal's welfare? • Are the owners re...
Forensic Healthcare Services Ltd in SOUTHMINSTER
FHC Experts for Law & Mediation is one of the leading providers of expert witnesses, giving opinions in forensic and legal matters, both in the UK and internationally. Since 1999 we have been providing a custom range of forensic expert witness services within the judicial system for all criminal and civil practice, including the police, family courts, defence solicitors and barristers, inquests and medical negligence to name but a few. We have one of the largest expert witness panels comprising of, but not limited to, medical, paediatric, psychological, psychiatric, technic...
Dr Robson in LONDON
Small animal forensic veterinary medicine and surgery, including cruelty and neglect cases of cats, dogs, small mammals and birds • Dangerous dogs and their control • Practising veterinary surgeon for over 40 years • Considerable experience with the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 and the Animal Welfare Act 2006 • Regularly giving evidence in civil and criminal cases • Human fatalities and serious injuries involving dogs
Dr Howell in DOBSHILL
Dr Helen Howell is a leading UK expert witness and forensic behaviourist. She provides expert opinion in respect of dog behaviour in dangerous dog cases, including criminal matters under Section 3 of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 and for civil proceedings under Section 2 of the Animals Act 1971. Dr Howell's services include a thorough investigation and analysis of a dog bite incident and a comprehensive, evidence-based dog behaviour assessment, including assessment of the home environment where appropriate. Dr Howell provides fully court-compliant written reports and video...