As Director of K9 Trail Time I have established myself as an industry leader in dog sports retail through experience, qualification and by providing exceptional, individual customer service. It was my passion for the dog sports which led me to set up my first business in 2012, providing people with the information and equipment they need to take part in canicross & bikejor safely, giving lively dogs an enjoyable outlet for their energy, benefitting both dog and owner by introducing them to a more active lifestyle.I found the sports as a result of having two very energetic rescue dogs who needed more than your regular ‘walk around the block’. I worked a full-time office job and needed a way to provide them with the exercise they needed, whilst being able to leave them at home knowing they wouldn’t be destructive as a result of boredom.With the opening of the Canactive Hydrotherapy Centre I am now able to help dog owners rehabilitate, strengthen and condition their dogs whatever their situation and activities they take part in, in our specialised hydrotherapy treadmill. My background with athletic dogs means I can effectively devise tailored programmes to get the best results from a session to allow client dogs to live long, happy and active lives.I have also benefitted from over 20 years of experience working part time with horses prior to 2002 and my University degree, where much of the research in rehabilitation originates.I set up Canicross Coach in 2021 to further share my knowledge of dog sports combined with the ability to be able to identify potential physical problems in dogs early on so that any Canicross Coaches who train with us will be confident the dog is always being put first and the sport second. I am now growing a network of experienced and knowledgeable Coaches who can teach others how to get started canicrossing safely.In 2022 myself, the small team at Canicross Coach and iPET Network launched the first-ever Ofqual regulated qualification in Canicross Coaching which aims to bring excellence and safety to the sport - the iPET Network Level 3 Award in Canicross Coaching.I have owned many dogs of my own and currently have 4. My dog's conditions could have prevented them from enjoying the active lifestyle every dog owner wants for their dogs' health and happiness. However, with my experience and a combination of the right activity, including supportive strength and conditioning sessions in the treadmill and through specific exercises and care, they have lived active lives and maintained their fitness even in old age.