Ohio Animal Training LLC offers in-home private dog training and classes for puppies and adult dogs. Tara Gifford holds a CPDT-KA certificate and has 20 years of consulting experience with various zoos and horse owners. She applies the same positive methods used when she trained marine mammals early in her zoo career. OAT aims to help clients succeed with their animals by establishing a strong foundation based on trust and communication.
Tara D. Gifford
United States, Ohio, Sullivan, OH
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