Gabrielle Carter
BVSC (Hons), Msc, MANZCVS, DACVB
Veterinary Specialist in Animal Behaviour
Meet the Team
Dr. Gabrielle Carter
‘My work is about improving quality of life – for pets and their families. Whilst the work involves treating and managing behaviour and mental health problem in pets, my focus is often on building and maintaining the human animal bond. Its about finding the best ways for pets and people to live together, celebrating what each brings to the relationship.’
Dr. Gabrielle Carter is a Board Certified Veterinary Behaviourist and registered Veterinary Specialist in Animal Behaviour. She worked with cats and dogs in general veterinary practice for many years, before undertaking a 3 year behaviour residency at Purdue University in the USA, completing research into the impact of thyroid hormone on dog behaviour, and passing Board examinations. That makes her pretty much like an Animal Psychiatrist. She has lectured widely throughout Australia, educating trainers, veterinarians, veterinary nurses and the public. Her skills have led her to not only work to help owners improve their pet’s behavioural well being, but also to advocate for pets in court hearings and cruelty cases and consult with industry bodies and welfare organisations regarding animal behaviour and welfare.
After a childhood shared with cats, dogs, birds, horses and other animals that found their way to her family home, her career as a veterinarian and behaviour specialist has provided the pathway for providing a holistic approach to animal well-being, encompassing treatment of mental and physical health.
Gabrielle has long association with the RSPCA, starting as a new veterinary graduate and returning again after working in private practice to the role of Chief Veterinarian, and more recently as the Animal Behaviour and Rehabilitation Specialist. Her commitment to improving animal welfare has seen her work with several shelters and served on various animal ethics committees and has culminated in veterinary behaviour where she helps improve the quality of life for pets and their owners on a daily basis.
Jade Currie
BSc (Animal Behaviour), Cert III Animal Studies (Wildlife)
Nationally Accredited Behaviour Trainer (Delta Society)
MindDog Trainer
Jade has worked as a behavioural trainer for the past eight years. She has worn many different hats throughout her career, including managing a team of behavioural trainers at a large welfare organisation, puppy development and training for aspiring guide dogs, and consulting as a subject matter expert on behaviour and handling techniques for staff and community education programs at RSPCA.
Jade is passionate about animal training for all species and enjoys working with dogs, cats, and parrots. She has a compassionate approach to behaviour modification and is committed to practising force-free training using the latest scientifically proven methods.
Jade shares her home with her partner and her adored senior mixed breed dog who was rescued from a hoarding situation. Foster cats, kittens, and the occasional dog also frequent their home.
Liam Deans-Pope
BAnVetBioSci (Hons), Bsci (Applied Sciences)
IAABC Cetrified Dog Behaviour Consultant, IAABC Certified Shelter Behaviour – Dog
Fear-Free Certified Professional (Trainer)
Cert III in Dog Behaviour and Training (NDTF)
Liam has worked in the animal welfare industry for the over twelve years and as a behavioural trainer for the past six. During this time, he has enjoyed the opportunity to work with a wide variety of domestic animals across Victoria in a range of roles, including an animal management officer for a local council, an assessor of retired racing Greyhounds and most recently as the senior animal trainer for a rescue organisation.
Liam feels strongly that the human animal bond is a thing to be treasured, a belief that is reflected in his commitment to scientifically validated, force-free training methods. He understands that companion animal training and management is an ever-evolving field and is always seeking to further his knowledge and understanding. Liam has a particular passion for working with fearful and/or reactive dogs, having owned more than a few of them himself.
When not at work, Liam and his wife live in their tiny house that they share with three dogs, three cats, five chickens and a snake, all of which were adopted from a local shelter. He enjoys exploring the surrounding forests with his Labrador mix Jinx, trying to keep his unruly garden under control and amateur woodworking projects crafted from whatever timber he can find lying around.
