Introduction to Tellington TTouch Training Method ® for Animal Therapists

In this session, Rachel, a Tellington TTouch Instructor with 22 years experience, will guide you through some simple exercises and strategies that will help you with your clients to reduce stress, improve movement and deepen the trust bond.

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Introduction to Tellington TTouch Training Method ® for animal therapists

Tellington TTouch® Training, or TTouch, is a positive, animal friendly approach to training, rehabilitating and calming animals that can influence all areas of our canine companion’s life. Behaviour problems, performance issues and your dog's well-being are all intrinsically linked to their posture. Physical, mental and emotional balance are all linked with each other and are crucial for a well rounded, resilient and adaptable dog. Tellington TTouch® Training Method facilitates trust and enhanced communication between humans and animals. Rachel will introduce you to some Tellington TTouch techniques, to help you and the dogs in your care work well in cooperation and better understanding. TTouch can be integrated into your appointments easily to increase confidence, reduce stress, improve focus and enhance well-being. Learning even a few TTouch techniques will give you additional tools to help you work more effectively with your canine clients and their guardians. In this session, Rachel, a Tellington TTouch Instructor with 22 years experience, will guide you through some simple exercises and strategies that will help you with your clients to reduce stress, improve movement and deepen the trust they have in you.

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Rachel Jackson

Rachel Jackson, BA (Hons), AdvCertVPhysio, PGCE, Tellington TTouch® Instructor, CertHydroSA, Canine Acupressure Practitioner, and Dog Trainer, MIRVAP (VP) (ICH), AHPR, is a versatile professional with a passion for enhancing the lives of dogs and their guardians. Her career started in education as a primary school teacher, where she derived immense joy from witnessing the "aha" moments on children's faces. However, a pivotal shift occurred when Rachel and her husband adopted a fearful, reactive lurcher, sparking an even greater interest in dog behaviour and well-being. Immersing herself in a comprehensive two-year dog trainer and behaviour course, Rachel realised that she needed additional tools to help her lurcher Fionn's anxiety around other dogs. The breakthrough came with the discovery of the Tellington TTouch® Training Method, a gentle and respectful approach that focuses on the body, mind, and spirit of animals. This method became a transformative force for Rachel, significantly improving her relationship with her dogs, particularly the anxious lurcher, Fionn. Driven by a desire to address the connection between behaviour changes and physical health issues in dogs, Rachel returned to university, qualifying as a Veterinary Physiotherapist in 2018. Under the banner of "Well Balanced Animals," she is devoted to helping dogs achieve physical, emotional, and behavioural balance for a happier and more fulfilling life alongside their guardians. Currently working as a Veterinary Physiotherapist and Tellington TTouch® Instructor, Rachel provides personalized one-on-one sessions and teaches nationally and internationally. Incorporating Tellington TTouch® Training techniques, she guides dogs in her care to move with greater balance, heighten proprioceptive awareness, and foster relaxation, enabling them to engage more cooperatively during sessions. Residing in the North West of England with her husband, Jay, and their sighthound family—lurcher Idris and greyhounds Amaya and Harrison—Rachel openly acknowledges her passion for sighthounds. Her personal and professional journey reflects a steadfast commitment to creating a harmonious bond between humans and their cherished canine companions while ensuring the dogs are as mobile and fit as possible.