Depew, NY
Dana Manos
Dana Manos graduated in 1999 from Rochester Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She became a Certified Professional Pet Sitter through Pet Sitters International in 2018. In 2019, she obtained her certification through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. In 2020, she obtained Fear Free Animal Trainer certification. In 2021, she obtained Fear Free Pet Sitter Certification. In 2022, she obtained her certification as a Canine Behavior Consultant. Her various positions over the past two-plus decades have given her the opportunity to develop advanced skills in handling animals and interpreting body language. She has experience with a wide variety of animals, including exotics. She grew up with dogs as a child. As an adult, she has had a dog, 4 cats, a rat, a guinea pig, and various reptiles as pets.
Training Philosophy
Dana Manos is a Fear Free Certified dog trainer, which means she looks after your dog's physical and emotional well-being. She does not use any shock, prong, or choke collars in her training. She uses positive training methods only, so as to not harm your dog, your relationship with your dog, or put you in harm's way. She wants your dog to be a great companion and a member of your family, not a robot without any personality!
Services
Dana Manos offers Fear Free®, force-free, positive, reward-based dog training, dog walking, and pet sitting in your pet's comfort zone - your home! She offers private lessons in your home (or an agreed-upon location). Lessons can also be offered virtually. She provides care for a variety of critters, such as small animals, exotics, cats, and dogs.
Dog Training Services
- Initial Consultation: $175 for the initial 90-minute behavior consultation (required for all new clients). Payment for the Initial Behavior Consultation is due in advance. Payment can be made by credit card, Venmo, or PayPal to reserve your time slot.
- Three Sessions: $380 for a package of three training lessons (Lessons are approximately 1 hour long). This package is the right choice for you if you have concerns about basic manners or one specific training problem (for example leash skills or nail trims). Email, text, phone, and video chat support between lessons.
- Six Sessions: $730 for a package of six training lessons (Lessons are approximately 1 hour long). This package is the right choice for you if you have more severe behavior modification concerns, such as human or animal aggression, resource guarding, or general anxiety. Email, text, phone, and video chat support between lessons.
- Individual Lessons: $135 for individual lessons, tailored to your specific needs. From foundation behavior training to managing and solving problem behaviors, I work one-on-one with you and your pet to tailor a specific plan. (Lessons are approximately 1 hour long). Private lessons will include written instructions for your reference.
Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Services
- 15-minute pet-sitting visit or dog walk $20
- 30-minute pet-sitting visit or dog walk $27
- 45-minute pet-sitting visit or dog walk $30
- 1-hour pet-sitting visit or dog walk $37
Holiday Service Fees
Comfort Zone Critter Care will charge an additional $15.00 Holiday Service Fee per day on the holidays listed below:
- New Year's Day
- Easter
- Memorial Day
- Fourth of July
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Eve
- Christmas Day
- New Year's Eve
Certifications
Certified Professional Pet Sitter through Pet Sitters International, Certified Professional Dog Trainer through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, Fear Free Animal Trainer, Fear Free Pet Sitter, Certified Canine Behavior Consultant
Specializations
Obedience training, puppy training, leash manners, aggression, resource guarding, anxiety
Training Methods
Positive reinforcement, reward-based training, force-free training
Customer Reviews
"Dana is amazing! so accommodating, comes right to the house.
after just a few lessons, he's already walking so much better!!! All
with positive reinforcement!!"
-Melanie Higgins
"Dana has been great helping us understand and smoothing out some behavioral issues with our year-and-a-half-old pup, Tess. She is so knowledgeable, flexible, positive, and fun to work with! Not only has she helped us with Tess, Dana also sat for our cat, Pumpkin, while we were out of town. We trust her 100% with our pets and home!"
-Mary Fay
"Dana has been a wonderful pet sitter for our critters! We have birds, dogs, a snake, and a bearded dragon and she has cared for them while we were away twice now, and we already have her lined up for a third time. She is dedicated to caring for our pets as if they were her own and we feel so at ease knowing that they are in good hands. It's always so nice to get her text updates, with awesome photos, every time she stops by during the day while we are gone. We highly recommend Dana and our pets do too!"
-Catherine Sucharski
"Dana is such an amazing human and our dog loved her! We had Dana come over for an hour to spend time with our Frenchie and to give him his dinner and his medication when we were away for an evening.
Our dog usually doesn't eat for other people and you know our dog loved Dana because he ate his entire dinner for her! She sent us a couple of text updates during her visit. Her initial meet up was extremely thorough. She has the experience and the education that made us very comfortable when it came to taking care of our dog. We will 100% reach out to her in the future for anything and we cannot recommend her enough!"
-Kelly Koestler
"Dana is great with my cat and I trust her and her care completely!"
-Amy Augustyn
"We love Dana!!! She is so sweet and relaxed. My dog is typically
very anxious around new people, yet she regulated within minutes
of Dana being with us. Dana uses positive reinforcement in her
training and is a great teacher! The kids and I loved that she came
to our house and was able to work within our organized chaos! I
absolutely recommend Dana if you have any training concerns!!!
Daisy was very sad when she left today.”
-Cate Horucy
"Dana was WONDERFUL and took such wonderful care of our Zoey. She made us feel so at ease while we were away and
sent us pictures of Zoey and treated Zoey as her own. Definitely will continue to use her services. She is fantastic!"
-Jody O'Connor
"Dana is a very caring, happy, outgoing, and knowledgeable person who made my dog front and center during our training. Lots of no-nonsense in our leash walking, praise as necessary, and kept my dog very much engaged as she taught him the leash manners he needed. Highly recommended!"
-Kari Hicks
"Dana is absolutely wonderful! She takes such good care of our pets. She loves them like they are her own! Dana always goes above and beyond when pet sitting for us.
She did fun enrichment activities with them and gave them all the attention and love they needed! I enjoyed the picture updates each day/visit so I could see how well they were doing while we were away.
Dana is the first person I think of when I need a pet sitter!"
-Katie Connolly
"Dana was fantastic when we went away for the day! I had peace of mind and comfort knowing that my animals were in good hands with someone who is not only bonded and insured, but pet first aid & CPR as well. The updates I received helped me to relax and enjoy my time away knowing that my animals were enjoying their time with someone who cared for them as much as I do! As a pet professional myself, I would trust my animals to no one else; Dana is the best!"
-Becki Klinger
"Absolutely love!!! I can't say enough good things about her! she did the most amazing job taking care of my circus! she gave them so much attention and love and snuggles, even hand fed my pups when they were nervous that I was away, to ensure they were eating. she administered eye drops in my dog's eye, who suffers from glaucoma. she gave my kitty meds in the mornings no problem! I never once had to worry about my pets. because she kept me updated with how they were doing and they were doing wonderfully with her!! super professional and goes above and beyond. I will only use Comfort Zone Critter Care and always highly recommend them!!! The absolute best!"
-Hannah Goldsmith
"Dana is absolutely wonderful! Not only was she great with our fur babies but she also took care of our home as well. She brought in our mail, watered plants, took out our garbage, and so on. I, like many others, have a serious Amazon problem and I didn't have to worry about any packages being left outside. We also enjoyed the daily updates and pictures. I will be inviting her back the next time we go away!"
-Mary DePasquale
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.
