Tara Macdougall

Responsible dog-handling professional with extensive hands-on experience working with a wide range of dog breeds and temperaments through dog-walking, training, behaviour management, group walks and solo handling. Strong background in managing reactive, high-drive and working-type dogs with confidence and calm control. Currently seeking to progress into a Security Dog Handler role.

I am committed to undertaking any required qualifications, including NASDU Level 2 and SIA Licence, and I am highly motivated to develop within a professional K9 unit. Proven reliability, strong decision-making under pressure, and excellent communication with clients, owners.

Self-Employed Dog Walker & Canine Handler at Cragdugs (2022-01 – Present)

• Handle a wide variety of breeds including high-energy and working breeds (huskies, shepherds, spaniels, collies, bull breeds).
• Group walks, solo walks, reactive dogs and training-focused walks.
• Experience managing dog-to-dog interactions, de-escalating conflict, and maintaining strict safety protocols.
• Scent work & puppy classes.
• Work confidently in woods, fields, estates and rural environments similar to patrol-style conditions.
• Responsible for dogs' welfare, behaviour management and safe transport.

Level 2 canine first aid