Barbara Galbraith is a volunteer puppy raiser with Service Dogs of Virginia, a certified Service Dog Coach, and a national trainer with Pets for Vets. She specializes in working with young puppies and is passionate about service dogs. She has a background in Program Management and strong leadership skills, and enjoys helping people achieve their goals. She received her Certified Training Partner (CTP) professional designation at the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) and earned her Service Dog Coaching credential through Cooperative Paws service dog education course.
Training Philosophy
Barbara Galbraith uses positive reinforcement methods, believing that rewarding good behavior is more effective than punishing bad behavior. She emphasizes building trust and fostering a strong human-animal relationship through training. She also utilizes clicker training, which helps dogs understand exactly which behavior earned them a reward.
Services
- Puppy training
- Service dog training
- Behavior modification for dogs with problem behaviors
- Leash training
- Obedience training
- Confidence building for dogs
- Individualized coaching and training plans
Certifications
- Certified Training Partner (CTP) from the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA)
- Service Dog Coaching credential from Cooperative Paws service dog education course
Specializations
Puppy training, service dog training, behavior modification
Training Methods
Positive reinforcement, clicker training
