Animal Behaviour Training Council
Also known as: Animal Behaviour Training Council Ltd, Abtc
Setting and maintaining standards of knowledge and skills needed to be an animal trainer, training instructor or behaviour therapist, and it maintains the national registers of appropriately qualified animal trainers and animal behaviourists.Promoting the welfare of animals in their interactions with humans, lobbying for humane methods in training and behaviour modification.
Activities & Mission
Setting and maintaining standards of knowledge and skills needed to be an animal trainer, training instructor or behaviour therapist, and it maintains the national registers of appropriately qualified animal trainers and animal behaviourists.Promoting the welfare of animals in their interactions with humans, lobbying for humane methods in training and behaviour modification.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £63,228 | £73,185 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £32,457 | £41,498 | 0 / 24 | |||
| 2023 | £37,661 | £33,330 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2022 | £20,965 | £19,725 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £15,801 | £15,326 | 0 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about Animal Behaviour Training Council
What does Animal Behaviour Training Council do?
Setting and maintaining standards of knowledge and skills needed to be an animal trainer, training instructor or behaviour therapist, and it maintains the national registers of appropriately qualified animal trainers and animal behaviourists.Promoting the welfare of animals in their interactions with humans, lobbying for humane methods in training and behaviour modification.
How much income did Animal Behaviour Training Council report in 2025?
Animal Behaviour Training Council reported total income of £63k and reported expenditure of £73k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Animal Behaviour Training Council registered as a charity?
Animal Behaviour Training Council was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 October 2015 as charity number 1164009. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Animal Behaviour Training Council?
Animal Behaviour Training Council is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Fiona Rachel Cooke BSc MS PhD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Animal Behaviour Training Council operate?
Animal Behaviour Training Council operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Animal Behaviour Training Council a registered charity?
Yes — Animal Behaviour Training Council is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1164009.
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Also Known As
- Animal Behaviour Training Council Ltd
- Abtc
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- 2 November 2026
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