Robert Cammish is the professional dog trainer who runs TOTAL K9 ®, overseeing the whole team at our 80-acre training centre at Eastfield Farm, Cottam, near Driffield in the Yorkshire Wolds. Rob has spent many years working with protection dogs in real-life situations, both as an operational dog handler and as a trainer, training and supplying pet, police, prison and security dogs.
He is a member of the British Institute of Professional Dog Trainers (MBIPDT), an approved NASDU instructor and trainer, and holds the Highfield Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF).
Qualifications and Memberships
- MBIPDT: Member of the British Institute of Professional Dog Trainers.
- NASDU: Member of the National Association of Security Dog Users and an approved NASDU instructor / trainer.
- Highfield Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF).
- Level 3 award achieved at West Nottinghamshire College, The K9 Centre for Excellence.
- Level 2 security dog handler qualification (NASDU / Highfield).
- Has competed successfully in working dog trials.
Experience as a Dog Handler and Trainer
Rob’s background is in operational dog handling, not just training. He has worked with protection dogs in real situations, and he trains and supplies dogs for families, the police, the prison service and the security sector.
He has also trained and mentored general purpose security dog handlers working within the Security Industry Authority (SIA), helping them work towards and achieve their Level 2 qualification through NASDU and Highfield. Rob holds this qualification himself.
Rob also ran all security operations for the Prince’s Trust event at London Fashion Week, held at the Hilton London Paddington.
Today he leads the TOTAL K9 ® team in selecting, training and matching every dog, from fully trained family dogs to working dogs for the security sector. You can see the dogs currently available on our protection dogs for sale page.
Television and Media Work
Rob and TOTAL K9 ® have been chosen as dog trainers for several television productions:
- Top Gear (BBC One): dog trainers working with the cast, crew and presenters Freddie Flintoff, Chris Harris and Paddy McGuinness.
- Release The Hounds (ITV2 and Fox TV USA): working on set with the cast and crew.
- Parkour vs Police Dog (BBC Sport): our protection dog Kelly played the main part, filmed on the island of Inchkeith.
- Cricketer vs Dog Fielding Challenge (BBC Sport): with England cricketers Jason Roy and Lauren Winfield-Hill.
- The Sprint King: trained dogs for the TV film.
Rob has also trained and supplied protection dogs for well-known clients, including World’s Strongest Man 2017 Eddie Hall, UFC Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall, Mel B, boxer Billy Joe Saunders, golfer Andy Sullivan and several Premier League and international footballers.
Rob’s Approach to Protection Dogs
As a father, Rob understands how important it is to choose the right family protection dog for a family home. His view is simple: a well-trained dog is a pleasure to own, while a protection dog that hasn’t been trained the right way can cause stress for the whole household.
That is why every dog is assessed for temperament before training, matched to each family’s home, children, other pets and lifestyle, and handed over in person with full guidance and ongoing after-care support. Clients regularly mention that Rob takes the time to get to know them before recommending a dog.
The same standards apply to the training services he runs, from residential dog training to one-to-one dog training and the dog training boot camp.
The TOTAL K9 Team
Rob works alongside a team of trainers and handlers at our Yorkshire training centre, set in 80 acres of countryside, where the dogs are trained, exercised and cared for every day.
What Clients Say About Rob
“Rob absolutely nailed it from the very first conversation.” Mr and Mrs Emslie
“After consideration and speaking to Rob, Total K-9 were head and shoulders above the rest.” Keith Sandland
“Anyone considering a protection dog should talk to Rob, his professionalism and experience and that of his team will impress you.” Ross McKiernan
“Rob took the time to get to know us and was then able to match us with wonderful Solo.” Karen C
Read more on our testimonials page.
Speak to Rob
If you are thinking about a protection dog or need help with your dog’s training, Rob and the team are happy to talk it through with you.
Mobile: 07400 072727
Landline: 01377 267372
Address: TOTAL K9 ®, Eastfield Farm, Cottam, Driffield, YO25 3BE
Or send a message through our contact page.