TESTIMONIALS
Laura Shreeve - Principal Ecologist
"Natural Power has worked with Paws for Conservation since they were established, and during that time they have supported us on numerous bat and bird surveys on operational wind farms. Rachael has always been quick to respond to all enquiries, whether providing a quote or clarifying results, and is always friendly and professional. I have no hesitation in recommending the exceptionally experienced team at Paws for Conservation (including the gorgeous and highly trained dogs!)"
Joanne Conway - Senior Ecologist
"BSG Ecology has worked with Rachael Flavell and Aran Clyne for many years. They have supported us on bat and bird fatality surveys on wind farms across Wales. The Paws for Conservation team are a pleasure to work with; they are reliable, professional, thorough, and friendly. They are always quick to respond, they produce consistently good outputs and give sound advice, which is testament to their extensive knowledge and experience in this field. We look forward to working with the Paws for Conservation team again on future projects."
Luke Gorman - FCIEEM CEcol, Professional Head of Ecology & Acoustics
“PfC provide an innovative, friendly and professional conservation detection dog service, with high standards and animal welfare being an absolute priority.
After years of working and collaborating with Rachael and Aran, even before PfC was founded, I see them both as friends foremost, and as approved suppliers thereafter. PfC has often mobilised at very short notice, and their award-winning work has helped save thousands of pounds (whilst avoiding costly delays) on a number of our projects.
I highly recommend PfC to anyone who is looking to procure professional conservation detection dog services.”
Graham Osbourne - Biodiversity and Ecology Lead
"Paws For Conservation have been a vital collaborator with our ambition to improve our approach to ecological matters. Rachael and Aran have always been available for conversations and provide training/demonstrations of the power of conservation dogs in identifying discrete species. The friendly and approachable style that Rachael and Aran provide never makes you feel you are inconveniencing them and they always provide their honest and expert advice, even if it means work not going to them, but to others – this level of integrity is something I particularly value. I have great trust and confidence in the work that Rachael and the team provide and this is why we have asked them to demonstrate on our INNS week stands on our Visitor Sites, and also to provide the sensitive level of work that we need when carrying out protected species surveys. The efficiency and effectiveness of conservation dogs compared to more traditional methods, as well as Rachael’s’ professionalism is why they are always my first phone call for support in these matters. If Rachael can’t help, she’ll invariably know who will, and this has helped with species that Rachael doesn’t work with directly, but knows who does.."
Nick Sanderson - Managing Director
"We’ve worked with Paws For Conservation now on several sites and are delighted with the team. Their systematic approach to the tasks and sheer diligence with their animals is astounding. I cannot fault the team (including the amazing dogs of course). They’ve been incredibly reliable and flexible, working within numerous constraints and diary shuffles brought about through bad weather or client plan changes. As a team they are at the forefront of this practice and I cannot recommend them highly enough."
Dr Debbie Bartlett CMLI FCIEEM SFHEA – Professor of Environmental Conservation, Faculty of Engineering & Science at the University of Greenwich
"I have been working with Paws for Conservation for four years now on a research project developing an entirely new ecological survey method. I’ve found the team, both two and four legged. Highly professional, efficient and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommended!"
Kay Daily - Biodiversity Project Manager
"We have worked with Paws for Conservation for several years, but due to an issue at one of our sites, we recently required a short-notice callout. The team yet again provided a fantastic service. Rachael (along with Stiggy and Harley) attended site and were as always professional, friendly, safety conscious and enthusiastic about their work. The passion Rachael has for her dogs and work shines through. It is fascinating to learn about how the dogs are trained and see them in action, whilst being constantly monitored for nose fatigue. We highly recommend Paws for Conservation and look forward to working with you again soon!."
Olivia James - Detection dog handler (Mentee programme)
"Working alongside Rachael and her team at Paws for Conservation over the past few years has been an absolute delight. Not only is the team incredibly professional and thorough in their surveys, but their passion and enthusiasm are truly contagious. Rachael's dedication to conservation and her love for what she does shines through in every aspect of her work, bringing out the best in the dogs and the human team. From the moment I joined the team, I was impressed by the attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
I wholeheartedly recommend Paws for Conservation to anyone seeking professional conservation detection dog services. You can trust that your project will be handled with the utmost care, expertise, and passion. It's been an honour to work alongside such a dedicated and inspiring team."
Stephen Nisbet – Associate ecologist
"I’m an Associate Ecologist at a large consultancy and have had the pleasure of working with Aran and his dogs over several years on various projects. He is a true pioneer of wildlife detection dogs in the UK and as such has a deeper understanding of the subject than anyone you are likely to work with. Aran is a fantastic professional to work alongside and the value added by his services and expertise is huge. What makes Aran truly stand out is his great level of knowledge about our target species and what we the client, as Ecologists, are trying to achieve through his services. This allows him to expertly tailor the training of his dogs and operate highly effectively in the field."
James Hicks - Ecologist
"I’ve worked with Aran and used his trained conservation dogs numerous times. His expertise and training of conservation dogs has been invaluable to providing solutions on our development projects!"