Mary Jean Alsina, owner and head trainer of The Canine Cure, LLC, has over 12 years of experience working with dogs. She holds a CPDT-KA (Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed) certification and completed her primary studies at The Academy for Dog Trainers in San Francisco under the guidance of renowned trainer/author Jean Donaldson.
Her dedication to ongoing education is evident through her regular attendance at numerous seminars, workshops, and conferences nationwide. With a background in education, having obtained two graduate degrees, Mary understands how both people and dogs learn. Her teaching experience allows her to specialize in training for the entire family, recognizing the value of involving all household members in the dog training process for enhanced success.
Mary strongly believes in creating a relaxed, positive environment for dogs, emphasizing that fear-based training methods can lead to long-term behavioral issues. She focuses on teaching dogs what they should do rather than solely addressing undesired behaviors, leading to happier outcomes for both dog and owner.
Recognizing the importance of a trainer’s education in dog behavior, Mary emphasizes the necessity of understanding the intricacies of how dogs learn, beyond the simple claim of being ‘good with dogs’ due to personal experience.
