Cynthia L. Peters
Cynthia has over 30 years of experience working with dogs. “Dogs deserve the best life possible and I believe I can help the bond between dog and human be strong and built on love and trust like any good relationship” is one of her core beliefs.
Training Philosophy
RolloverU believes training your dog should be fun. When you make training a game, both you and your dog have fun which makes training enjoyable instead of a chore. Playing with your dog and allowing them to make decisions allows a deep bond of love and respect to develop. This bond makes the behaviors more reliable and dogs want to perform the requested behaviors because they are having fun.
When dealing with problem behaviors, RolloverU trainers believe there is a trigger or cause for every unwanted behavior. We strive to find and treat the cause of the behavior problem instead of just treating the symptoms. Treating the cause instead of the symptoms eliminates the behavior instead of just managing it.
We use and teach positive training techniques that are based on the latest science. We believe that while every tool and technique should be available they are not necessarily good for every dog. There should be consequences for bad behavior, like a timeout or the removal of something desired. We follow the guidelines set forth by LIMA (Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive) approach when training. LIMA is based on Susan Friedman’s Humane Hierarchy and has been adopted by the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT), the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) and CCPDT (Certification Counsel for Professional Dog Trainers) as the best approach to dog training and behavior modification. By using this approach you start with consequences that are meaningful but don’t scare or harm the dog. An example would be the removing an excited jumpy dog when new people come to the house. We then teach the dog the proper way to greet people coming into the home. This guideline understands and allows room for more drastic measures for worse behavior when all other means fail, especially when there is a concern for safety.
Services
RolloverU offers a variety of services for dogs and their owners, including:
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Daycare:
Provides a supervised place for dogs to play safely off leash during the day while owners need to be at work. Includes free play, mental stimulation, and quiet time. Each dog gets to spend time each day 1 on 1 with staff so they can get to know the dogs better and form a connection.
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Boarding:
Provides a safe but controlled space to learn and play while owners are away. Includes love, cuddles, and structure so dogs can relax and have their own staycation. Nightly treats, time with staff, and playtime are included in the rates.
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Training:
Offers a variety of group classes, private sessions, and online classes. Group classes include Obedience, My Healthy Pet, Hoopers, Dance with Your Dog, Canine Ball Games, Rally, Nosework, and Sampler. Private sessions are sold in bundles of hours. Online classes include 6 months access to the class materials and unlimited email support on topics covered in the class from a RolloverU training staff member.
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Workshops & Seminars:
Held once a month and focus on a specific behavior or skill. Topics include Leash Skills, Public Manners, Paintin’ Pooches, Happy Dog, Happy Home, and Peace in a Multi-Animal Home.
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Testing:
Offers AKC titles including Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Good Community Canine (CGCA), and all levels of the Trick Dog titles.
Certifications
CPDT-KSA, CCFC, CHWI, AKC Evaluator
Specializations
Obedience training, puppy training, agility training, Canine Good Citizen (CGC) testing, Trick Dog training, rehabilitating aggressive dogs
Training Methods
Positive reinforcement training, LIMA (Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive) approach
Social Media Links
www.facebook.com/RolloverUniversity
