“ACE Free Work is an ongoing adventure where possibilities are endless” (Sarah Fisher) 

Create a deeper conversation

The relationship we share with our canine companions is truly unique and special.

It's a connection filled with unconditional love, joy, and a language that goes beyond words.

But, just like any other meaningful relationship, it requires effort and commitment to nurture that special bond.

This 8-week standalone course provides you with a unique opportunity to create a deeper conversation with your canine companion.


Animal Centred Education (ACE)

"Animal Centred Education (ACE) is an integrated approach to animal education. It incorporates methods that were developed at Tilly Farm and techniques inspired by other professionals working in the world of animal education, and welfare". (Sarah Fisher)

What is ACE Free Work

ACE Free Work is a huge part of ACE. It's a simple, low impact activity that can be rewarding for our canine companions. It has so many evolving layers which means there is always something new to discover.

Free Work is appropriate for all dogs regardless of their age and background. It can help improve our awareness of our dogs needs and highlights areas where our dog might need that little bit of additional support.

Free Work combines observations of the dogs posture, movement and nervous system.


Sensory  Experience

ACE Free Work combines a variety of sensory experiences, providing your dog with an enriching and low impact, safe activity. It’s a perfect way to help dogs reset, rebalance and release. 

You don’t need much space

One of the many great things about ACE Free Work is you do not need much space. Free Work can be enjoyed in the smallest of spaces, in your home, in the garden and out on walks. 

Applications of Free Work

ACE Free Work has so many wonderful applications, the list is most probably endless….

  • Gather observations and data about the dog
  • Supports dogs who struggle with novel situations or find the outside world challenging
  • Provides a calming activity that builds confidence 
  • Creates a reset after a stressful or arousing experience 
  • Fosters beautiful relationships and connections
  • Creates a perfect foundation for learning important life skills
  • A brilliant way to introduce something your dog may be worried about
  • A great alternative to a daily walk 
  • Is portable so it can be taken out on walks

Enrol and start today

ACEing Trust & Connection
Stand-alone, self-paced course.

  • 8-week, self-paced course
  • Instant access to quality video vault, handouts and activities.
  • Join private Facebook group
  • Lifetime access to course
  • Upgrade to include 1-2-1 support at any time

ACEing Trust & Connection
 Plus 4 x Live Zoom Sessions

  • 8-week, self-paced course
  • 4 x Online 1-2-1 practical Free Work sessions
  • Instant access to quality video vault, handouts and activities.
  • Join private Facebook group
  • Lifetime access to course