Animal Planet Expert Guide

2007

Victoria Stilwell

  • Birthplace: London, England
  • Current Hometown: Atlanta, GA
  • Series and Specials: It's Me or the Dog
  • Areas of Expertise: Dog training and behavior; Victoria is one of the world's most recognized and respected dog trainers. She is best known for serving as a judge on the CBS show Greatest American Dog and as the host of her hit TV series on Animal Planet, It's Me or the Dog. Her two best-selling books ("It's Me or the Dog: How to Have the Perfect Pet" and "Fat Dog Slim: How to Have a Healthy, Happy Pet") have been widely praised and detail her reward-based training philosophies: Thinking Dog and having clear, consistent communication between owner and dog.
  • Non-Animal Expertise: Acting, Singing, Dancing, Horse Riding
  • Family Status: Married. Victoria has one daughter, a rescue dog Sadie, a rescue cat Angelica, and two fish.
  • Favorite Quote: "If you don't apply to Harvard, you'll never get in"
  • Favorite Spots in the World: Hambledon Village, UK
  • Favorite Spots in the U.S.: Big Canoe, GA
  • For Fun: Family outings, Garage Sales, Movies, Hiking, visiting historic sites
  • Other: Victoria works with Paws Atlanta, Stray from the Heart (NYC), Hong Kong Dog Rescue, and Greyhound Rescue of West England. She is certified by the Animal Behaviour and Training Associates and is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT).