Erin Jones is a PhD Candidate in Human-Animal Studies at the University of Canterbury, New Zealand Centre for Human Animal Studies in Christchurch New Zealand. She is a member of International Society of Anthrozoology, the President of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers New Zealand, a Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant and Accredited Dog Trainer with the International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer with the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers, and an Accredited Behaviour Consultant with Companion Animals New Zealand.