About Us

Top Tails Foundation was founded by Brian A. Irwin, an experienced Animal-Assisted Psychotherapist, Therapeutic Counsellor, and canine behaviour specialist. With more than 20 years of experience supporting people and dogs, Brian brings together professional therapy, evidence-based training, and community care to create positive change through human–canine partnerships.

Our Mission: to promote wellbeing, inclusion, and community connection through structured canine-assisted programmes.

Our Vision: a Scotland where every person can experience the comfort, confidence, and companionship that dogs bring.

Our Values: welfare first: dogs and humans thrive together. - Inclusion: accessible services for all. - Evidence-led: grounded in research and practice. - Community-driven: local projects, lasting impact.