Jo Harden

Jo is a passionate animal advocate who has worked closely with Ian since the inception of Bondi Behaviourist. Her love of all animals, in particular dogs, has always been strong, having grown up with dogs, large and small, from a very early age. Originally from a corporate background, having studied IT and working in the banking sector, she realised over time her true passion was working with animals.

Jo moved to Australia from the UK in 2004, since then she has fostered many shelter dogs that had run out of options, efforts she found truly rewarding. In 2009 she rescued a one year old staffy, Lola (now a valuable team member!), from Renbury Farm Shelter. This is where her true interest in animal behaviour and her ambition to not only help dogs, but to see them thrive, began.

Jo has studied Behaviour Analysis under Dr Susan Friedman in 2020. This has further enhanced her philosophy towards dog behaviour which has always aligned entirely with Ian's - patience, calming and care. Her strengths lie in problem solving, dedication, and compassion. Jo has a natural empathy with the animals she works with, she innately understands the connection between you and your dog and how much of an important part of your life they are. Why? Because it’s the same for her!