Ruth Dunning has been running a range of dog classes since 2000 when she        was qualified by the Federation of Canine Behaviourists and Pet Dog Trainers.            She runs Taking The Lead full-time. Ruth is a member of the Kennel Club Accredited Instructor Scheme. She worked her rescue collie, Jess, successfully competing in Agility and Freestyle Heelwork to Music to Advanced Level from 1997 to 2006.          Jess achieved her Gold in Kennel Club Good Citizens and took part in many public displays, including school assemblies and Old People Homes. At the moment Ruth is competing at the Advanced Level of Heelwork to Music with Ody, Diane Jones' Standard Poodle. Her current canine partners are Border Collie, Breeze, and Standard Poodle, Melody.