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Nicole Goodwin

Former Newcastle Falcons player stars as training expert in Channel 4's The Dog Academy

A former Newcastle Falcons and England rugby star is helping some of Britain's naughtiest dogs to bring their behaviour under control in a new Channel 4 show.

Sean Brown had previously enjoyed six years as a winger playing for clubs including the Newcastle Falcons and representing England at junior level. But after retiring from the sport in 2016 due to a number of injuries, he swapped the pitch for pups and pursued a passion for dog training.

Now the 28-year-old features as a dog training expert on The Dog Academy after being scouted for the show last year, alongside five other trainers.

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