Dakota, MN
Penny A. Reedy has been training dogs since 2006. Her passion for dog sports began with her first Labrador, Otis, and she has since focused on agility, trick training, and dog dancing. She has competed in both AKC and UKI agility venues and has multiple MACHS/PACHS and ISC's from both venues.
Training Philosophy
Penny A. Reedy believes in positive reinforcement methods and focuses on building a strong bond between dogs and their owners. She is passionate about helping handlers and their dogs reach their full potential in agility.
Services
Penny A. Reedy offers a wide range of dog training services, including:
- Puppy Preschool: For puppies 10 to 16 weeks of age, this class covers potty training, biting, socialization, and basic commands.
- Puppy Kindergarten: For puppies 16 to 24 weeks of age, this class builds on the skills learned in Puppy Preschool and introduces more advanced obedience skills.
- Basic Manners: For dogs 6 months or older, this class helps build upon skills learned in Puppy Class or introduces new skills for better manners.
- Advanced Manners (CGC class): This class prepares dogs and owners for the 10 skills for the A.K.C. Canine Good Citizen title.
- Agility: Penny A. Reedy is an agility instructor and offers classes for beginner handlers and their dogs to become competitive agility teams.
- Trick Dog: Offered at Happy Tails Training Center in Dakota, MN.
- Obedience: Offered at Happy Tails Training Center in Dakota, MN.
- Rally: Offered at Happy Tails Training Center in Dakota, MN.
- Scent Work: Offered at Happy Tails Training Center in Dakota, MN.
- Conformation: Offered at Happy Tails Training Center in Dakota, MN.
- Therapy Dog Training: Happy Tails is the area's leading training center for Therapy Dog Training, offering services from puppy selection and socialization to certification with Therapy Dog International.
Certifications
Penny A. Reedy is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer - CPDT-KA (2019) and a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (2019).
Specializations
Penny A. Reedy specializes in agility training, trick training, and dog dancing. She is also a certified therapy dog trainer.
Training Methods
Penny A. Reedy uses positive reinforcement methods to train dogs. She believes in building a strong bond between dogs and their owners and focuses on making training fun and rewarding for both.
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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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