Chicago, IL
Rebecca Frank
Rebecca Frank worked at an animal shelter for five years, where she observed and interacted with hundreds of dogs. She found herself needing to coax dogs beyond their comfort zones to relocate them to a quieter room, safely return them to their kennels, or assess their readiness for certain interactions. This experience led her to specialize in Cooperative Care dog training.
Training Philosophy
Rebecca Frank's training philosophy is based on positive reinforcement and cooperative care. She believes in empowering dogs to actively participate in their own care, diminishing stress and anxiety associated with routine procedures. Her methods prioritize trust-building and positive reinforcement, ensuring a smoother and more enjoyable experience for both the dog and their owner.
Services
Rebecca Frank offers a variety of training packages, including:
- The 'Vets & Groomers & Husbandry...oh boy!' Package: This package is for new puppy parents looking to set their baby up for a lifetime of success at the groomer and at the vet. It includes 3 weeks of training for a total investment of $1,800.
- The 'If It ain\'t Broke...Let\'s Prevent it' Package: This package is for dogs who tolerate getting groomed or going to the vet but are starting to show increase signs of fear and anxiety. It includes 3 weeks of training for a total investment of $1,800.
- The 'Houston We Have a Problem' Package: This package is for dogs who are already struggling with various medical or grooming procedures. It includes 6 weeks of training for a total investment of $2,700.
Certifications
Rebecca Frank is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and a Certified Professional in Clicker Training (KPA-CTP).
Specializations
Rebecca Frank specializes in Cooperative Care dog training, which focuses on making routine health and grooming procedures enjoyable and stress-free for both pets and their owners. She also specializes in training dogs for vet and grooming visits.
Training Methods
Rebecca Frank uses positive reinforcement training methods, including clicker training. She believes in building trust and cooperation between dogs and their owners.
Customer Reviews
- Cooper's mom: “We love working with Rebecca and highly recommend her! I appreciate her approach to training using positive reinforcements and sharing up-to-date scientific research. She is genuine and so passionate about working with dogs and pet parents so they can better understand their furry companions. She sends a thorough message after each session with easy to follow homework assignments, and checks in to see how training is going at home. My pup Cooper (and cat Chester!) loves her! Thank you for helping me become a confident first time dog mom!”
- Ariel's mom: “Rebecca is a godsend! She is an incredibly talented and deeply knowledgeable dog trainer and behavior expert who completely turned things around for my shy and fearful adopted rescue pup and I. Not only are her methods force-free and positive reinforcement based, they are highly effective, and she is also very skilled at supporting dog parents during the really tough moments of working with our pups. I highly, highly recommend Rebecca and am so incredibly grateful that we found her!”
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