Chicago, IL
JoAnn Pruim
Training Philosophy
JoAnn Pruim believes that training should be motivating and fun. She emphasizes building a trusting relationship with the dog and understanding what motivates them. Her goal is to have dogs listen without the use of any tools, achieving this by building up behaviors with tools and then fading them out. She believes it is unethical to suppress behaviors bred into dogs for generations and advocates for working with the dog to provide constructive outlets.
Services
JoAnn Pruim offers a variety of services, including:
- Puppy Training: Focuses on foundation skills like crate training, housetraining, chewing, biting, walking on leash, and cooperative care.
- In-Home Training: Addresses basic obedience and behavioral issues in a distraction-free environment.
- Group Classes: Held at the Naperville Area Humane Society, covering topics like enrichment, socialization, canine body language, management, and cooperative care.
- Canine Good Citizen Training: Prepares dogs for AKC’s Canine Good Citizen, Urban CGC, or Community Canine Tests, emphasizing responsible dog ownership.
- Behavior Modification: Helps address a range of behavioral issues.
Certifications
KPA CTP #74335
Licensed Family Dog Mediator
Specializations
Puppy training, behavior issues, in-home training, walking on leash, Canine Good Citizen, house training, jumping, digging
Training Methods
Positive reinforcement methods, enrichment, simple structure in the home
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