Julie Morrison, Head Coach

Head Coach Julie Morrison was previously a Dogs Trust Training Behaviour Advisor, responsible for training at Dogs Trust West Calder as well as providing advice and support to dogs in their homes.

Julie has a CertHE from Bristol University in Companion Animal Welfare and Behavioural Rehabilitation and has recently completed the Puppy Life Skills course with Lincoln University. Julie has also studied Canine Behaviour with the Natural Animal Centre and Canine Psychology with the Animal Care College. Julie is also an accredited member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (MAPDT 01301).

Angus Healy, Senior Coach

Angus has a BSc in Animal Behaviour and spent his first postgraduate year as a live-in dog carer/ trainee trainer in Hampshire. From there, he found his true calling as a dog trainer, and joined the Surrey branch of the Dog School when it was set up in October 2017.

After developing his skills as a coach in Surrey, making sure to add his signature sass and enthusiasm for all things dog wherever he could, he moved to the Edinburgh Dog School to start as the Senior Coach in September 2018. Angus is also an accredited member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (MAPDT 1472).

Angus has raised his young lilac border collie, Juno, from the day she was born, and they both enjoy getting out and exploring the Scottish Countryside wherever they can.

Caroline Wright, Coach

Caroline has always had a love for dogs and regularly volunteers for greyhound rescue. She attended Dog School classes with her own rescue greyhound and loved the classes so much she returned as a volunteer before applying for the coach role. She is a Canine First Aider and is studying Animal Care and Canine Nutrition. Caroline also uses her background in photography and experience of social media to promote and market Dog School Edinburgh.

Keira Tait, Coach

Keira has had a lifelong love for dogs since her family adopted their sprollie, Molly from Dogs Trust West Calder in 2007. After deciding to pursue a career with animals, Keira went to Edinburgh Napier University and achieved a BSc (Hons) in Animal Biology. During her studies she volunteered at Dog School classes for a year and now, having graduated, Keira jumped at the chance to join Dog School full time. Keira would love to have a dog of her own but is waiting until she lives somewhere more pet friendly.