Lauren Sharkey
Lauren Sharkey is a journalist-turned-dog behaviourist who runs Winnie’s Worldopens in new tab: a training and behavioural company that aims to give dogs and their pet parents the life they deserve. She shares her life with a Shar Pei named Winston, who is the inspiration for her career change along with being her biggest love (and challenge!).
The Dogenius Institute Level 6 Diploma in Applied Canine Behaviour Management
Compass Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Applied Animal Behaviour (Canine)
Provisional Clinical Animal Behaviourist member of the APBC
Full member of PACT (Professional Association of Canine Trainers)
ABTC-registered Animal Training Instructor
Dog Behaviourist of the Year at the London & South East Prestige Awards 2024 and 2025
Recent Kinship articles by Lauren Sharkey
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Why Does Your Dog Steal Your Spot the Second You Get Up?
The science behind spot-stealing behaviour
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When is it Too Hot to Walk Your Dog?
Even if it’s nice for us, it can very easily be too hot for your pup
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Neutrality Walks: The Overhyped Trend Dogs Don’t Need
Your dog’s joy > social media trends
Are You Playing *Too Much* Fetch?
Why fetch might be hurting your dog more than helping
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Unpopular Opinion: Not Everything Should Be Dog-Friendly
It’s time someone said it
Is Daycare Overwhelming Your Dog? How to Spot the Signs
There’s such thing as too much play
Are Cane Corsos Banned in the UK? Here’s What You Need to Know
Cane Corsos are legal in the UK – but could that change? Here’s what pet parents need to know
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Why is My Dog Obsessed With ‘Shaking It Off’, Even When They’re Dry?
It’s more than just a quirky habit
Is the Cane Corso the New Status Dog? Here’s Why That’s a Problem
The rise of Cane Corsos as status dogs highlights deeper issues in the dog world
