San Diego, CA
Alyssa F. Kohler
Alyssa, also known as Lys Carlson, started training dogs at the young age of 12. She volunteered as a Puppy Raiser for Canine Companions for Independence for several years alongside her sister. She has since trained her own dogs, her friends' dogs, and her neighbors' dogs. She is passionate about educating people on how to meet the social and emotional needs of their dogs and how to make conscious decisions when choosing a new pet.
Training Philosophy
Alyssa believes in the LIMA ideology, which emphasizes positive reinforcement and humane training methods. She is dedicated to fear-free tools, tactics, and approaches that help owners understand their dogs.
Services
- Find Your Dog: This service helps families find the perfect dog breed and personality match for their lifestyle. It involves an initial virtual consultation, breed research, breeder vetting, and ongoing communication with the client.
- In-Home Dog Training: Alyssa provides in-home training services in San Diego.
- Consultations: Alyssa offers consultations for families facing difficult decisions about their pets, such as re-homing or choosing a training program.
- Free Resources: Alyssa provides free resources for families with children, including webinars, apps, and books on dog body language.
Certifications
- IAABC - Accredited Dog Trainer
- CCPDT - Certified Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed
- CATCH CTA - Certified in Dog Training Knowledge
- AKC - Canine Good Citizen Evaluator
- Fear Free Shelter Certified
Specializations
Alyssa specializes in helping families find the right dog for them, and she is passionate about ethical breeding practices and rescue work. She also has experience training service dog candidates.
Training Methods
Alyssa uses positive reinforcement methods and is dedicated to fear-free training. She believes that all dogs are trainable and that no breed needs harsh methods.
Social Media Links
The website includes links to Alyssa's Instagram, Email, and Facebook pages.
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