Beth A. Joy is a certified, purely positive dog trainer/behavior counselor. She is passionate about art and was an art major.
Training Philosophy
Beth A. Joy uses purely positive, non-aversive dog training methods that are both effective and that help form a positive human/canine bond between you and your best friend. She believes that training your dog makes him a more confident, happy and successful member of your home. Training strengthens your bond with your dog. She does not advocate a human/dog relationship based on fear and/or coercion, and does not support or use choke collars, prong collars, shock collars or any aversive techniques that may damage your dogs trust in you or in humankind.
Services
Beth A. Joy offers a variety of dog training services, including:
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Group Classes:
Basic good manners training for multiple dogs in your home.
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Private In-Home Training:
Basic good manners training, puppy training, and behavior modification for individual dogs in your home.
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Out and About Training:
Training sessions at different locations to help dogs generalize behaviors in different settings.
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In-Home Day Training:
Training sessions in your home while you are away.
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Board and Train:
A working vacation for your dog, where they stay with Beth A. Joy and receive training.
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Brewery Dog Class:
Training to help dogs be well-behaved at breweries and wineries.
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Reactive Dog Class:
Training for dogs that react to other dogs or people.
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Behavior Modification:
Private sessions to help address specific behavioral issues.
Certifications
Beth A. Joy is a certified, purely positive dog trainer/behavior counselor.
Specializations
Beth A. Joy specializes in:
- Puppy training
- Basic good manners training
- Behavior modification
- Reactive dog training
- Brewery dog training
Training Methods
Beth A. Joy uses purely positive, force-free training methods, including:
- Positive reinforcement
- Clicker training
- Counter-conditioning
- Desensitization
