With 30 years of experience in addressing fearful and aggressive behavior, obedience training, and competition, the owner, a certified trainer, offers clear and concise guidance for dog owners.
Serving various locations in California and Wyoming, the owner operates as a Behavior Consultant at Village Park Animal Hospital in Old Town La Quinta.
With a training philosophy focused on setting dogs up for success and rewarding desired behavior, the owner uses classical conditioning and desensitization for fearful and aggressive dogs.
Equipment used during training includes Martingale collar, buckle collar, harness, long line, leash, Kong, tug toy, bumper, clicker, crate, ex-pen, treat bag, and dog food/treats.
The owner’s approach involves splitting goals into achievable steps and consistent management of the environment to discourage unwanted behaviors.
They emphasize the importance of identifying triggers for reactive behavior and understanding a dog’s body language to prevent such reactions.
Sessions are conducted stress-free with honest and clear communication between the owner and their dog.
The owner specializes in helping owners define and focus on their goals with their dogs, identifying rewarding stimuli for their dogs, and recognizing reactive triggers and body language.
They have a history of training dogs for obedience and field competition and have helped shelter dogs become great companions.
The owner’s expertise extends to addressing aggressive or fearful behavior in dogs, with a focus on identifying emotional patterns and exploring options for change.
They work closely with dog owners, offering boarding and training services, home visits, or weekly lessons and homework assignments.
With a history of earning titles and placement ribbons in obedience, rally obedience, and hunting retriever competitions, the owner is dedicated to helping dogs perform willingly and reliably in distracting environments.
The owner’s approach is rooted in humility and honesty, providing a safe space for owners to seek help without feeling embarrassed.
They are committed to working with both dogs and their owners to build the best possible relationship.
