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Sue Ketland

Dog behaviour and training specialist

A woman and a dog in front of a tree.

Meet Sue!

Sue’s experience speaks for itself – she’s worked at Woodgreen for more than three decades! This includes 15 years at all levels within the Dog Section, and now in a specialist role to help set welfare standards across the charity. She also supports members of the public with their dogs, helping them with all manner of behavioural issues. She’s one of our go-to people when it comes to speaking on behalf of Woodgreen to the press, and you might recognise her from Channel 4’s The Dog House. It’s making her a household name across the UK, but she’s always been a superstar to us!

More about Sue

Sue’s impressive list of dog-related qualifications is nothing to be sniffed at. She achieved her Centre of Applied Pet Ethology (COAPE) diploma in Companion Animal Behaviour & Training (DipCABT) back in 2000, and has since tutored on COAPE’s Rescue and Rehabilitation courses. Sue has further fortified her knowledge with qualifications such as the Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (PTTLS) and her NVQ L3 Animal Care.

Sue has also lectured on Canine Behaviour & Training in Japan and the Netherlands, as well as for numerous UK charities. In 2004, Sue was responsible for bringing the Syn Alia Training System (SATS) to the UK, and was one of the first people in the world to be officially certified. It’s safe to say that she really knows her stuff.

Despite her busy job, Sue can never get enough of spending time with dogs. It won’t surprise you to learn that she’s had numerous canines over the years. She has relished competing with her dogs in various disciplines, primarily focusing on obedience. Her most significant accomplishment was training up two Rally Champions, which stands as her biggest sense of achievement. Additionally, she has taken pleasure in participating alongside other people’s dogs in activities such as working trials and agility.

Sue's featured pet advice articles

Should I get a dog? What to think about

Whether you’re a first-time owner or you’ve had dogs before, getting a dog is really exciting. But it’s also a big commitment and there’s lots to think about before making up your mind.
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Can you over-exercise your dog?

This article offers tips on balancing your dog’s exercise with their health needs, addressing risks for different life stages, breed-specific considerations, and managing routines during hot weather and lifestyle changes.
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Introducing your dog to other pets

Cats and dogs can live quite happily together; in fact, some develop a very strong bond and become firm friends. But introducing a new dog to your cat at home must be done slowly, and with great care.
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The right exercise for your dog

All dogs need regular exercise to keep them happy, healthy and content. But how do you know you’re giving your dog the right type of exercise for them? Here’s what you need to know.
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