Pauline Williams
Pauline has been our Treasurer since 2016 and has also taken on responsibility as Secretary since Judy Brown’s passing in 2026.
She has had and trained several different breeds of dog over the years, but recently Dachshunds and has bred and shown Newfoundlands in UK competitions. She ran a grooming service on the Island for a number of years. The Newfoundlands acted as PAT Dogs and fundraisers for the Samaritans.
She has had and trained several different breeds of dog over the years, but recently Dachshunds and has bred and shown Newfoundlands in UK competitions. She ran a grooming service on the Island for a number of years. The Newfoundlands acted as PAT Dogs and fundraisers for the Samaritans.
Pauline now has a Standard Poodle, Bailey, who is the best and bounciest dog in the world!
John Turpin
A lifetime dog lover who has lived in the Isle of Man for ten years. John currently has Liberty, a Cockerpoo which attended puppy training classes.
John successfully completed the Centre of Excellence Diploma in dog training with distinction and now is a senior trainer and chairperson.
Sue Moore
Sue joined Laxey Dog Club in May 2021 as a Trainer and successfully completed the Centre of Excellence Diploma in Dog Training. Sue now also kindly assists Pauline with Secretary duties.
Sue has lived on the Island all her life, and although having a fondness for all dogs, especially loves cocker spaniels and currently has a working cocker called Dexter.
Ellie Sibthorpe
Having grown up scared of dogs, at 17 Ellie bought her first dog, and her love and admiration for them has grown ever since.
Ellie is a dog groomer and runs a rescue organisation that finds homes and helps Dalmatians. She has been involved in dog training for many years, training young dogs and dealing with some behavioural issues arising from previous neglect and poor treatment of rescue dogs. She advocates the positive reinforcement training approach to building a successful relationship with your dog.
Ellie has been volunteering for Laxey Dog Club since 2023, and has really enjoyed running the small dog puppy training classes, and the intermediate training classes. She has loved meeting new puppies and their owners, and watching their bond and relationship develop over the weeks.
Lauren Thompson
Lauren joined Laxey Dog Club in 2025 as a Trainee Trainer and successfully completed the Centre of Excellence Diploma in Dog Training. She also holds a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management. She has a solid foundation in positive, reward‑based training and is passionate about helping owners build clear communication and trust with their dogs.
Lauren has lived on the Island all her life and has a special love for large‑breed dogs. Growing up with them has given her confidence in handling strong, intelligent dogs and understanding their needs, while still appreciating the unique personality each dog brings.
Lauren also has valuable experience with rescue dogs through her role as an Animal Care Officer at the ManxSPCA. Working with dogs from a wide variety of backgrounds has strengthened her patience, empathy and ability to adapt training approaches to suit each individual dog.
Holli Wild
Holli joined Laxey Dog Club in 2025 as a Trainee Trainer and is currently studing for the Centre of Excellence Diploma in Dog Training.
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