Hammond, LA
Carolyn Kerner has been training dogs for over 30 years. She has worked with animal shelters, an Assistance dog organization for 19 years, and fostered rescued Irish Setters and mixed breeds alike.
Training Philosophy
Carolyn Kerner values education and uses humane, positive, science-based training methods. She believes in teaching dogs to "think!" and avoid aversive methods that cause fear.
Services
Dog Gone Right offers a variety of services, including:
- Puppy & Doggy Programs: Fun one-on-one training sessions to teach your pup tricks and manners. More in-depth training with home manners and exciting fun field trips.
- Daycare Fun: Let your dog unleash the magic of play! At our Day Camp, your furry friend will have the best time! They'll play games, make new pals, and learn cool tricks. Our caring team makes sure every pup is happy and safe. It's a dog's dream day out!
- Day Training: Don't stress about your dog anymore! Let us help you by training your dog for you. You will be sent a daily report card of your dog's progress with training, photos and/or videos of his day at day care. During the last couple of days of training you will also be sent videos of your dog working with the trainer so you can see how your dog is doing with his/her training.
- Board & Train: Our Board & Train Programs offer comprehensive, positive, force-free based training, custom designed training for your needs, periodic report cards, pictures and/or videos of your dog's stay, training reports, videos of your dog's training, a home-away-from-home treated just like one of our own, and lifetime private lessons at our facility.
- Group Classes: We keep tails wagging! Our group classes are fun for everyone. Small class sizes to help everyone get one-on-one attention allowing our clients get the best training around. Taught by Certified Professional Dog Trainers, CPDTs using the most up-to-date positive approach toward dog training. We offer both Manners Classes and a great new dog sport called K9 Nose Work/AKC Scent Work.
- K9 Nose Work® Classes: K9 Nose Work® is the new, exciting, dog sport that is designed to develop dogs' natural scenting abilities by using their curiosity, desire to hunt, and their love of toys, food, and exercise. Nose work is great for all dogs, big or small, fearful, reactive, hearing impaired, or blind. During the class your dog will use her nose to find a specific scent or odor and then with your learning of her behavior will let you know when she has found it. Nose work helps any dog build confidence, burn a lot of mental and physical energy and best of all have FUN! This class lets gives your dog the opportunity to explore with their nose and solve problems, letting your dog be a dog. Nose work is proven to be a great activity for all types of dogs and one of the most accessible to the widest variety of dogs. No previous training is required—your dog was born with this natural instinct. Big dogs, little dogs and all the dogs in the middle are welcome and encouraged to join! Your dog is ready and waiting-sign them up now!
Certifications
Carolyn Kerner is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA), Certified Nose Work Instructor (CNWI), and a Professional Pet Loss Counselor (PPL2).
Specializations
Carolyn Kerner specializes in obedience training, puppy training, and K9 Nose Work.
Training Methods
Carolyn Kerner uses positive reinforcement training methods, including clicker training.
Customer Reviews
Bob Beasley: Our dog Doc, had been abandoned by his first owner. His second owner gave him to us because nothing they did got through to him.
DGR’s manners class flipped his switch and he’s turned into a great family pet.
The other thing about Carolyn’s classes is it’s just plain fun! We looked forward to going every week!
Andrew Vaught: Hands down the best trainers in the area. Our dog Macklin stayed with Carolyn in the board and train program for three weeks. I’ll start by saying that Mack is not like other Rottweilers. He has a crazy amount of energy and a strong love for balls, especially tennis balls. We had gone to another trainer previous to Dog Gone Right and it helped but the trainer just couldn’t give Mack the attention he needed. By staying with Carolyn he not only got to socialize with other dogs, but plenty of one on one training. I highly recommend going to Dog Gone Right! They love your little furry friends almost as much as you do.
Robert Heindel: I brought my wild dog to Dog Gone Right for obedience training and could not be happier with the results. I have used Carolyn in the past for another dog and the results are outstanding! I strongly recommend Dog Gone Right for all of your dogs!
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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.
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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.
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