Why take this course?

This course integrates psychology, neurobiology, modern learning theory, animal behaviour research, and psychological formulation to provide professionals with a comprehensive skillset to take a trauma informed approach in practice. Live lessons starting 13th October 2025.

  • Become a Certified Trauma Informed Pet Professional

    Complete our final assessment to become a Brain and Behaviour certified Trauma Informed Pet Professional.

  • Join Live or Watch the Recordings

    This course will be streamed live at 6pm (UK time) every Monday night from October 13th - December 1st 2025. Join us live for discussion and Q&A, or catch up anytime with lifetime access to the recordings.

  • CEUs Available

    CEUs pending for IAABC, CCPDT, KPA, and PPAB. Around 12-16 CEUs expected per organisation.

What does this course include?

The updated course doesn’t just refresh the science, it transforms your practice. Daniel has woven in the very latest research alongside powerful new content on resilience before and after trauma, modern learning theory, and why counter-conditioning and desensitisation may not always be the answer. You’ll also gain practical insights into rethinking extinction, perceptual discrimination, and refined skills you can apply straight away with clients. This update gives you the tools to deepen your understanding and expand your toolkit, helping you create welfare centred resolutions for the animals and people you support.

  • In this 8 module course, you will learn about trauma types, neurobiological impacts, emotional aspects, and practical skills for working with traumatised dogs.

  • Explore the neurobiological underpinnings of trauma, including fear processing in the brain, effects on survival circuitry, brain regions affected by trauma, and the interplay with sleep, pain processing, gut microbiome, and immunity.

  • Develop practical skills essential for working with dogs that have experienced psychological trauma, including case formulation, trauma history-taking, and creating trauma-informed environments.

  • Understand drugs used for trauma cases, principles of synaptic communication, neurochemical systems, and commonly prescribed drugs for traumatized dogs.

  • Build your skillset for working with dogs that have experienced trauma by examining behaviour change principles through a trauma informed lens.

Modules and Live Dates

Join the live sessions or watch anytime with lifetime access to the recordings.

1. What is Trauma? - 13th October, 6pm-8pm (BST)

2. Learning and Memory - 20th October, 6pm-8pm (BST)

3. Neurobiology and Trauma - 27th October, 6pm-8pm (GMT)

4. Emotion and Cognition - 3rd November, 6pm-8pm (GMT)

5. Practitioner Skills - 10th November, 6pm-8pm (GMT)

6. Recognising Individual Differences and Safety Needs - 17th November, 6pm-8pm (GMT)

7. Psychopharmacology - 24th November, 6pm-8pm (GMT)

8. Helping Dogs Navigate the World - 1st December, 6pm-8pm (GMT)

Pricing options

Would you rather spread the cost? We also have the option to pay in 3 installments.

See What People Are Saying!

“This course is a comprehensive dive into the science behind behavior, covering everything from genetics and brain function to how emotions are processed. It explores fascinating topics related to trauma and its impact on behavior, and even includes insightful information on scent and more. Daniel’s incredible knowledge and engaging presentation style make the material both accessible and interesting for learners of all levels—from beginners to seasoned professionals. A valuable learning experience for anyone working with dogs and those that love them!”

Carol Sumbry ACDBC, CPDT-KA, CFDM, CMT

“I would highly recommend ABK courses and webinars to any dog trainer or behavior consultant. Daniel does a fantastic job explaining the intricacies of the nervous system and its impact on dogs to learners with all levels of knowledge of neuroscience.”

Kerrie Hoar M.S., CDBC, CPDT-KA

Meet the Instructor

Daniel Shaw BSc (Hons), MSc, CDBC

Daniel is an experienced animal behaviourist with extensive experiencing supporting dogs and cats with behavioural difficulties. As the owner of Animal Behaviour Kent (ABK), Daniel works with dogs and cats facing serious behavioural challenges, provides expert witness assessments for legal cases under the Dangerous Dogs Act, and has contributed to Parliamentary discussions on dog bite reform. With a master’s degree in neuroscience and background in psychology, Daniel bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world applications, offering science-backed training programmes that help both pets and their owners. His work has been featured on BBC Southeast Today, TalkTV, and LBC News, and he regularly teaches internationally on aggression, frustration, and trauma in dogs. Daniel is the founder of the Brain and Behaviour Academy, a platform offering accessible, science-based education in animal behaviour, training, and neuroscience.