My Specialties
My role as a behavior consultant requires me to have a deep understanding of canine behavior and psychology, the science of how dogs learn, as well as effective communication skills to instruct and educate dog owners on how to properly train and care for their pets. I am a dog trainer and human coach as well!
I specialize in behavior modification, basic obedience skills, puppy socialization programs, and public access training.
General Obedience Training
General obedience in dog training refers to the process of teaching a dog basic cues and behaviors that enable it to be well-behaved and responsive to its owner's instructions. It involves training the dog to understand basic cues such as sit, stay, come, down, and place.
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The goal of general obedience training is to establish a bond between the dog and its owner, establish clear communication, build confidence and establish a foundation of good behavior that can be built upon while still respecting that each dog is an individual with its own thoughts and feelings. Obedience training can help prevent behavioral problems, improve the dog's socialization skills, and enhance its overall quality of life.
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General obedience training should be consistent, positive, and reinforce good behavior.
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If your dog has trouble with walking politely on-leash, jumping, barking, or friendly interactions with other dogs, I can help.
Behavior Modification
Behavior modification is different from obedience training. When your dog is exhibiting fear, anxiety, or aggressive behaviors, I can help you understand and address the root causes, calm their mind, and regulate their emotions.
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in dogs is the process of changing a dog's behavior through training, conditioning, and reinforcement. My behavior modification training plans are tailored to the individual dog's needs and personality. I provide guidance and support in implementing positive behavior modification techniques.
Public Access Training
In dog training, public access refers to the ability of a dog to behave appropriately and obediently in various public settings, such as parks, stores, restaurants, and other crowded areas.
Public access training involves exposing the dog to different environments, people, and distractions to teach the dog how to behave calmly and confidently in a variety of situations. The training may involve teaching the dog to remain focused on its handler, ignore distractions, and be a consistently good decision-maker in busy and crowded settings.
For pet dogs, public access training can improve their socialization and make them more well-behaved and pleasant to be around in public.
Puppy Socialization
Raising a puppy can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it can also be a lot of work and responsibility.
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A puppy socialization program is a structured training program designed to expose young dogs to a wide variety of people, animals, and environments in a positive and controlled manner. The goal of socialization is to help puppies develop into confident, well-adjusted adult dogs that can cope with new situations and stimuli without fear or aggression.
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A typical puppy socialization program may involve exposing puppies to different sights, sounds, textures, and smells, as well as introducing them to other dogs, people, and children. The program may also include basic obedience training, such as teaching puppies to sit, stay, come, and walk on a leash. The most important part of a healthy puppy socialization program is that the program is appropriate for the individual dog. Puppy socialization programs will look different for a shy, nervous puppy than a confident, gregarious puppy.
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Puppies between the ages of 8 and 16 weeks, are at a critical period for social development. However, puppy training programs should not stop there. Early socialization can help prevent behavioral problems later in life, such as anxiety, fear, and aggression. It's important to note that socialization should always be done in a positive and safe way so that the puppy is not overwhelmed or frightened.
