Daniel Shaw - Dog Behaviour Expert Witness

Our lead behaviourist Daniel Shaw BSc (Hons), GMBPsS, CDBC is a member of the UK Register of Expert Witnesses specialising in dangerous dog legislation. Daniel regularly undertakes behavioural assesssments and provides evidence in both criminal and civil law cases involving seizure of dogs under section 1 and  3 of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991.

Daniel offers expert assessment of dogs throughout England and Wales. 

An assessment includes in person examination of the dog and a full report on the findings. Daniel can comment on matters including: 

Breed type identification 

• Identifcation of whether dogs conform to prohibited breed types under section 1 of the Dangerous Dogs Act, specifically XL Bully type. 

Behaviour assessment 

• Examination of behaviour of dogs facing prosecution under section 3 of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 or section 2 of the Dogs Act 1871. 
• Assessment of risks the dog poses to the owners, other dogs, and the general public. 
• Assessment of the suitability of the dog's environment and recommendations regarding safe management practices. 
• Assessment of animal welfare and recommendations regarding appropriate management and training interventions required to meet an animal's welfare needs. 

About Daniel:

Daniel Shaw BSc (Hons), GMBPsS, CDBC is an animal behaviourist with a background in animal behaviour, psychology and neuroscience. As the owner of Animal Behaviour Kent, Daniel supports dogs and cats with behaviour problems, and has a special interest in aggression, frustration, and the effects of trauma on animals. Daniel is a member of the UK Register of Expert Witnesses and provides expert witness assessments for legal cases involving the dangerous dog legislation. Daniel also regularly appears in the media, and has been interviewed on LBC News as well as being interviewed for the Guardian, he also recently spoke in Parliament on the topic of dog bite reform. Daniel is a degree qualified psychologist, a certified dog behaviour consultant with the International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants (IAABC), and is currently obtaining a masters degree in neuroscience. 

Daniel regularly presents seminars and webinars internationally to other animal professionals and the public and well as running the annual ABK Dog Behaviour Conference. He has presented for a number of leading animal behaviour organisations including Grisha Stewart Academy, Pet Professional Guild, AggressiveDog.com, Behavior Vets, APBC, Family Dog Mediation Centre, Dog and Bone, and DolceVitaDog. His online course platform ABK Learn provides both owners and professionals with insights into the psychological health of dogs and provides a wealth of information on many common behavioural problems. 

Daniel offers free 10 minute phone conversations with instructing solicitors to discuss how he can support in cases. 

For details on booking and prices, please get in touch with daniel@animalbehaviourkent.co.uk or call 07930672387