Worthington, OH
Amy Collini, previously known as Amy Flanigan, has been involved in dog training for over 11 years. She owned and operated Civil Obedience Dog Training for a decade before taking a break to raise her children. Now, she has returned to the dog training world as the owner of The Collegiate Canine, serving dog owners in the Columbus area. Amy has been competing with her own dogs in various dog sports for 25 years, including obedience, conformation, agility, rally, nosework, barn hunt, earthdog, and lure coursing. Her Scottish Terriers have achieved national rankings in obedience, conformation, and agility.
Amy believes in treating all learners, both dogs and humans, with patience, kindness, and compassion. Her training protocols are industry-standard and evidence-based, utilizing only positive reinforcement. She strongly opposes the use of shock, prong, or choke collars, or any form of physical or verbal corrections. Amy emphasizes behavioral health for dogs, addressing sources of stress that often contribute to problem behaviors. She also encourages collaboration with clients' veterinarians to create comprehensive behavior and training plans.
Services
The Collegiate Canine offers a range of services, including:
- Puppy Training: Various packages are available for puppies aged 10 weeks to 24 weeks, including:
- Little Professor In The Real World: 18 sessions, focusing on basic obedience, crate training, house training, socialization, and more. Cost: $2895.00
- Little Professor Out and About: 14 sessions, covering basic obedience, recall, resource guarding prevention, and more. Cost: $2295.00
- Little Professor At Home: 10 sessions, including basic obedience, recall, resource guarding prevention, and more. Cost: $1695.00
- Dog Training: For dogs exhibiting behavioral issues like jumping, ignoring commands, leash pulling, and food stealing. The goal is to help dogs become well-mannered companions.
- Leash Reactivity: Specialized day training for dogs who exhibit reactivity towards other dogs. The program focuses on teaching real-world skills to manage reactivity and enjoy walks again. Cost: $2295.00
- Dog Behavior: Offers help for dogs with various behavioral issues, including those considered "difficult" or "untrainable" by other trainers.
Certifications
Amy is a certified professional trainer and certified dog behavior consultant.
Specializations
Amy specializes in working with dogs considered "difficult" or "untrainable" by other trainers. She has extensive experience with leash reactivity and enjoys helping dogs with big feelings.
Training Methods
Amy uses positive reinforcement methods, focusing on rewarding desired behaviors and avoiding punishment. She emphasizes patience, kindness, and compassion in her training approach.
Customer Reviews
"After we brought home our puppy, Bess, we were quickly overwhelmed with her anxiety and reactivity. She was crying through the night, scratching at the furniture, nipping at us constantly, and were even told by a groomer that we had an aggressive dog. We were completely overwhelmed and didn't quite know what to do. We needed training just as much as our puppy. We tried a few group puppy training classes, but they just weren't for Bess. We couldn't be happier when a friend highly recommended Amy to us. When she walked into our home the first time she did not feel like a stranger, she felt like a friend. She immediately started working her magic. During the very first visit she helped us recognize Bess' anxious body language and taught us ways to help stimulate her mind during play and even mealtime. At the end of our first visit she left us feeling confident in the game plan, and gave us the tools we needed to see drastic improvements in Bess' behavior. Not only did she send us a detailed follow-up email of what we did, what to work on, and what we'll work on next visit, she also made herself available via email and was quick to respond with empathy and great advice when we had questions and concerns between sessions. Thanks to Amy, we now have better communication, feel a stronger bond, better relationship, and a more enjoyable life with our dog, Bess. We love Amy, and so does Bess."
—Matt & Krista H. and Bess
"We reached out to The Collegiate Canine for assistance with our reactive and not so great on recall Beagle, Linus.
With the help of Amy and The Collegiate Canine, we were able to get Linus to drop what ever he was doing and focus on his humans. A couple of amazing examples!
Immediate recall and race to the door when busted dining on rabbit caviar!
We had an Uber Eats delivery, and Linus ran to drivers car (shame on us for letting him get out) but OMG RECALL! Back in the house quickly and safe with an amazing stash of treats!
Overall, Linus is doing amazing and we are practicing all of the training tips you shared with us!"
—Sarah R. and Linus
We've got the answers for your questions
Seriously, if you have any questions about training your dog, we have the answers.
We have created a directory of licensed dog trainers specializing in positive reinforcement methods. These trainers are not affiliated with Dogo, and all information is gathered from publicly available sources. Each profile provides a brief overview of the trainer's experience and expertise.
Start by evaluating your dog's needs and identifying your training objectives. Each trainer's profile provides insights into their areas of expertise. Match these with your dog's character and your goals to find the ideal fit.
All trainers listed here are certified professionals with extensive knowledge of positive reinforcement techniques.
Positive reinforcement centers on rewarding preferred behaviors, ensuring a pleasant learning journey for your dog. This humane approach is scientifically proven to be the most effective long-term training method, strengthening the bond between you and your pet. By consistently rewarding good behavior, your dog learns to associate actions with positive outcomes, leading to lasting improvements and a happier companion.
Yes, they are. Our trainers are adept in basic obedience or intricate behavioral challenges. Browse their profiles to identify a trainer who specializes in the particular issues you wish to address.
Simply click on the preferred trainer's profile to access their contact details. From there, you can get in touch to discuss your requirements and set up training appointments.
Group sessions offer a communal setting where your dog learns general obedience alongside other dogs. In contrast, private sessions grant focused attention, making them perfect for targeted behavior modifications or individualized training agendas.
All our trainers are committed to positive reinforcement techniques and steer clear of any harsh or punitive methods. Their primary goal is to make training a joyous journey for you and your dog.
Results depend on factors like your dog's nature, the specific behaviors in question, and your training consistency. While many clients observe improvements in just a few sessions, it's crucial to be patient and persistent.
Reach out to the trainer you're interested in to discuss possibly attending a session. It's a great way to get a feel for their approach and see if it aligns with your expectations.
