Erin Jones, PhD, is a researcher, author, and dog behaviour consultant working at the intersection of animal ethics, applied behaviour, and the dog-human relationship. Her work critically examines human exceptionalism, power, agency, consent, and the moral dimensions of training and behaviour support. She holds a PhD in Human-Animal Studies, an MSc in Anthrozoology, a BSc (Hons) in Anthropology and Psychology, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Animal Welfare.

Erin is a Certified Dog Behaviour Consultant and Accredited Dog Trainer with the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed and holds animal training and behaviour certifications in Aotearoa New Zealand. She is the founder of Merit Dog Project, Director of the IAABC Foundation Journal, and an international speaker and educator. Her previous books include Constructing Canine Consent and the co-edited collection Topics in Non/Human Coexistence. She is a Canadian based in Aotearoa New Zealand.