Name: Lisa Skavienski
History:
Lisa gained a foundation in animal training through the Karen Pryor Academy in 2013, where she discovered a keen appetite for continued learning. Specifically interested in animal behavior, she went on to study under behavior expert, Jean Donaldson, at the highly acclaimed Academy for Dog Trainers, graduating in February of 2016. She is eternally grateful for such a thorough and stellar academic experience, particularly enjoying the components involving evolutionary biology. Lisa also holds certification specializing in separation anxiety under Malena DeMartini, and is a certified member of the Fear Free Pets Program, helping dogs to enjoy participating in their vet care. In addition to her work with clients in the private sector, Lisa has provided numerous rescue and shelter dogs with behavior support through her involvement in the local animal welfare community. She participates in an ongoing case study group with peers, continues to follow scientific advancements in relevant fields, and actively provides outreach support to underserved communities. Additionally, Lisa is honored to have a seat on the Academy for Dog Trainers' presenters panel for seminars and conferences.
Training Philosophy:
Lisa's training is free of aversive methods and completely transparent. She will never hurt, scare, or intimidate your dog. Instead, she leverages the good stuff to motivate your dog - the things in life they want access to.
Services:
- Group Classes
- Private Training
- Workshops & Seminars
- The Family Dog
Certifications:
- CTC (Certificate in Training and Counseling)
- CSAT (Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer)
- Fear Free Certified
Specializations:
Separation Anxiety
Training Methods:
Evidence-based, humane training methods
Customer Reviews:
- Jenn F.
Lisa and John are a very welcome and NEEDED addition to our community. Both of these knowledgeable, kind and compassionate individuals will be a tremendous asset to pets and pet guardians alike! As the president of a local rescue, I've had the distinct pleaaure of working with Lisa directly. She has been helping our dogs with training and behavior for a couple years now and they have absolutely flourished under her care. I very enthusiastically recommend Dog Educated for your extremely knowledgeable, humane, science based training and behavior needs. - Kelly B.
I highly recommend Dog Educated! John and Lisa are both compassionate, dedicated and hardworking people passionate about helping dogs, and their people. I know I can trust them to use humane, science based training when working with my dogs. - Claudine P.
You have here two amazing trainers that join together. Well done, highly highly recommended!! - Andi S.
Lisa and John are fantastic! Intelligent, educated, patient, lovely people. Highly recommended! - Angela S.
I cannot express enough how hard working and dedicated these two people are to helping dogs and to the community. They have completed grueling hours and certified themselves with science based training, not fear based training from years past. They are loving, compassionate people who not only own dogs themselves but foster too. They are active in rescue, community outreach for low income pet owners and their first and only priority is keeping pets with their families, if possible. I have never met people who go more above and beyond to help families. Once they are in your pets lives, they stay there and become part of your family. - Kimberly C.
Lisa and John are a great addition to the dog training community! With their knowledge and passion they are HIGHLY recommended!
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