Florence, MA
Leading the Way Dog Training & Doggie Daycare offers all levels of training, private and group classes, board & training, doggie daycare, and overnight care. The practice focuses on addressing aggression and behavioral issues, supporting dogs and their owners for over 25 years. Certifications include training equipment such as buckle collar, clicker, treats, praise, humor, harness, gentle leader, halti, and Weiss Walkies. The training philosophy emphasizes enhancing the relationship between both ends of the leash through knowledge, compassion, and long-term client relationships using shaping.
The service area covers Western MA, CT, VT, NH, and extends to New England and the Tri-State Area. The approach is rooted in the latest scientific research on canine behavior, offering doggie daycare, all levels of training, private lessons, group classes, board & training, as well as workshops and seminars. Additionally, behavioral lectures are provided for shelters, clubs, junior handlers, conferences, and retreats on a variety of subjects.
Leading the Way Dog Training & Doggie Daycare was founded by Shannon Fitzgerald in 1992. They provide various types of training, doggie daycare, behavior assessment, and modification using the most up-to-date research and science available. Methods focus on positive reinforcement, shaping, and modifying behavior to meet client goals, with a professional experience spanning over 25 years.
The philosophy holds that dog training should be customized to meet individual goals and needs, educational, hands-on, positive, humane, easy to implement into clients' lifestyles and households, and most importantly, fun for both the owner and the dog. Various training options are offered including private, in-home training, and group lessons throughout Western Massachusetts.
Classes and workshops are conducted in a state-of-the-art dog training facility, featuring spacious, heated, and air-conditioned training spaces in a warm and welcoming environment. All lessons and classes are designed to meet the unique needs of clients and their dogs, employing a fun, educational, hands-on approach using only humane methods.
Leading the Way offers an extensive range of class and workshop educational options, covering manners, behavioral issues, agility, tricks training and shaping, Frisbee/disc dog, Rally-O, AKC CGC, scent classes, breed handling, and other canine sports, including reactive/aggression classes and private lessons, clicker work, and more. Workshops offered include leash walking, recall training, pet nutrition, senior dog care, social play, animal behavior, massage, polite greeting
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We have created a directory of licensed dog trainers specializing in positive reinforcement methods. These trainers are not affiliated with Dogo, and all information is gathered from publicly available sources. Each profile provides a brief overview of the trainer's experience and expertise.
Start by evaluating your dog's needs and identifying your training objectives. Each trainer's profile provides insights into their areas of expertise. Match these with your dog's character and your goals to find the ideal fit.
All trainers listed here are certified professionals with extensive knowledge of positive reinforcement techniques.
Positive reinforcement centers on rewarding preferred behaviors, ensuring a pleasant learning journey for your dog. This humane approach is scientifically proven to be the most effective long-term training method, strengthening the bond between you and your pet. By consistently rewarding good behavior, your dog learns to associate actions with positive outcomes, leading to lasting improvements and a happier companion.
Yes, they are. Our trainers are adept in basic obedience or intricate behavioral challenges. Browse their profiles to identify a trainer who specializes in the particular issues you wish to address.
Simply click on the preferred trainer's profile to access their contact details. From there, you can get in touch to discuss your requirements and set up training appointments.
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.
Results depend on factors like your dog's nature, the specific behaviors in question, and your training consistency. While many clients observe improvements in just a few sessions, it's crucial to be patient and persistent.
Reach out to the trainer you're interested in to discuss possibly attending a session. It's a great way to get a feel for their approach and see if it aligns with your expectations.
