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About K9 STARS

K9 STARS (Science-led Training and Rally School) provides empathetic, ethical and welfare-friendly dog training, covering Bridlington, Driffield, Hornsea and surrounding areas in East Yorkshire. We are fully insured and is registered in England No. 15853735.

Dr Gina Eagle

Ambassador - Tess

Ambassador - Lyra

My name is Gina. When I moved back to East Yorkshire in 2022, after 15 years living in the North West, I was surprised to find there were no training clubs that offered structured training programmes or rally training nearby. I was travelling a 3 hour round trip every Sunday to Kennel Club Good Citizen classes and travelling back to the North West for rally.

I wanted to bring rally to East Yorkshire and also wanted to use my scientific background to promote science-based dog training. So, I began training with the Professional Association of Canine Trainers (PACT) and in 2024, K9 STARS was born!

Penny (1992)

Monty (2001)

Nika & Cara (2008)

I have been training dogs for over 30 years, I compete in rally obedience and am a Kennel Club rally judge. I know that the most effective training methods are welfare-friendly and backed by science. I am passionate about animal welfare and my aim is to improve the quality of life for dogs and their Guardians. I use my 20 years experience in scientific research to interpret the latest Behaviour Science and Psychology studies to train dogs effectively, empathically and ensure their welfare is top priority.

Tess GCDTS

Lyra - KC Puppy

How I can help you with your dog

I have shared my home with dogs my whole life, many of whom have been rescue dogs, each with their own unique backgrounds and challenges. I have experienced the high and lows and know what it feels like to only want the best for your dog and for your dog to be happy. The most important thing that I have learnt is that the key to successful training and a happy dog is your relationship with them. If your bond is strong, the rest comes easy.

I am here to help you build your relationship with your dog, help you understand what they are trying to tell you and how you can communicate with them. Training develops the bond and relationship between you and your dog. By spending time training with your dog, you will learn to communicate with each other better, to solve problems and overcome challenges you face in everyday life. See what we can offer for you and your dog.

Tess Rally (2018)

Lyra (2024)

Qualifications

  • Level 4 - Canine Instructor Training Course (PACT) (June 2025 - submitted)
  • ABTC-ATI accreditation (in progress)
  • PhD Medicine (2009)
  • MChem (Hons) - Chemistry with Forensic Science and Toxicology (2005)

 

Other

  • Kennel Club Requirements of a Rally Judge (2024)
  • Kennel Club Rally Practical Judging (2024)
  • Higher Certificate in Canine First Aid (2025 - 2028)
  • Canine Nutrition School 2025, Butternut Box Ambassador Academy
  • DBS checked

 

Experience

  • 30+ years dog training experience
  • 9+ years competing in Kennel Club rally
  • 10+ years involvement with the Kennel Club Good Citizen Dog Training Scheme
  • 10+ years teaching at the Universities of Liverpool and Hull (Medicine & Analytical Chemistry)
  • 20+ years in scientific research
  • 9 peer reviewed scientific publications
  • Presented at over 100 national and international scientific conferences.

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