Newberg, OR
Debby Potts
Debby Potts has been passionate about animals since childhood, despite being allergic to them. She overcame her allergies and dedicated her life to animal well-being. She became one of Oregon's first board-certified veterinary technicians and later one of the first Tellington TTouch Instructors. Her journey with TTouch began in 1984 when she sought a way to help a horse with a head injury. She was inspired by the progress the horse made and has been using TTouch to help animals and people ever since.
Training Philosophy
Debby Potts believes in a holistic approach to animal well-being, focusing on physical, mental, and emotional health. She uses Tellington TTouch, a gentle hands-on method, to improve health, training, behavior, and the relationship between people and animals. She also incorporates other modalities like BodyTalk and life coaching into her work.
Services
Debby Potts offers a wide variety of workshops and individual sessions for animals and humans. She also oversees and teaches the Tellington TTouch Companion Animal Practitioner Trainings in Japan, Taiwan, and China. She specializes in helping animals and people reduce pain and stress, recover from illness or injury, and improve mobility and function.
Certifications
- Certified Tellington TTouch Instructor
- Certified life coach
- One of Oregon's first board-certified veterinary technicians
Specializations
- Tellington TTouch
- BodyTalk
- Life Coaching
Training Methods
Tellington TTouch, a gentle hands-on method that includes bodywork, specialized equipment, and movement exercises.
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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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