World-renowned sports dog trainer, coach, speaker, and founder of Kamal Fernandez Online Training. With decades of experience in the field, Kamal is a true authority in canine behaviour and training.
As the author of “Pathway to Positivity” and “Relabelling Reactivity,” Kamal has created insightful guides that have helped countless dog owners better understand and communicate with their canine companions. His expertise extends far beyond the written word, as he has appeared on television shows like The One Show, Dogs Behaving Badly, The Underdog Show, Lewis, and most recently, Channel 4’s The Dog Academy.
Kamal’s journey into dog training began in 1990 when he welcomed Scrunch, a free-willed Chow-Chow mix, into his life. Scrunch’s spirited nature presented him with various challenges, from running away and resource-guarding to nervous aggression. Determined to forge a harmonious bond, Kamal embarked on a path that would ultimately lead him to become a respected figure in the industry.
His dedication led him to become a competitor, judge, and steward at Crufts, the pinnacle of dog shows. Kamal’s passion for sharing knowledge is limitless as he traverses the globe, delivering seminars and speaking on stages at events such as the Lemonade Conference for FDSA and the Victoria Stillwell Bite Prevention Conference.
For Kamal, education begins at the core of each behaviour. As such, he helps dog owners unravel the root cause of undesired behaviours, developing awareness of a dog’s innate drive and leveraging that knowledge to enhance their fulfilment and happiness. He delivers support via online and in-person courses and training for dog owners dealing with some of the most challenging behaviours, specialising in cases of dog aggression and rehabilitation.
Beyond education, Kamal offers practical solutions by providing animal talent for television. His personal canine companions include a Belgian Malinois, a Border Collie, a German Spitz, a Boxer, and a rescue Jack Russell cross Poodle named Sugarpuff.
As a guest contributor to ProDog Pawspectives, Kamal shares knowledge and insights through articles covering various topics, including reactivity, the connection between diet and behaviour, socialisation, and more. His commitment to the betterment of dogs and their human companions makes Kamal Fernandez a true luminary in the canine training and behaviour world.
