Ivan M. Petersel

United States, New York, New City, NY

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About this trainer

Dog Virtuoso strives to revolutionize the way dog owners perceive dog training. They emphasize that dog training is not solely about ‘fixing the dog,’ as the dog is not defective. Genuine dog training centers on fulfilling the dog, catering not only to dogs exhibiting nuisance behaviors but also to well-behaved dogs without issues.

They illustrate this point by drawing a comparison to children, suggesting that just as children are encouraged to explore various activities, dogs also deserve a sense of accomplishment. In addition to addressing behavioral issues, Dog Virtuoso offers fulfilling activities for dogs, such as scent discrimination games or engaging in dog sports like agility.

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