Francine Hellman

United States, New York, Suffern, NY

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About this trainer

Four Paws Guidance Dog Training, LLC offers professional dog training services using force-free, rewards-based, scientifically proven methods. They specialize in private in-home instruction, group classes, and various training programs such as pet manners, puppy training, obedience, conformation show handling, and therapy dog preparation.

The trainer holds the CPDT-KA designation and has over 30 years of experience in training dogs of all sizes for multiple AKC titles, including obedience, agility, breed champions, and certified therapy dogs. They are also a dog breeder with 10 years of experience.

The training equipment used varies depending on the individual dog and may include martingale collars, buckle collars, front clip harnesses, and 6 ft leashes. The trainer’s philosophy revolves around professional guidance using force-free, rewards-based, scientifically proven methods.

Four Paws Guidance Dog Training, LLC serves the Rockland County, Westchester, NY area, and also extends its services to North Bergen County, NJ, including areas such as Mahwah, Ramsey, Paramus, Saddle River, and Upper Saddle River.

In addition to their professional work, the trainer is committed to continuous learning by attending seminars and keeping up with the current trends in dog training. The trainer offers guidance for basic pet manners, puppy training, crate training, obedience skills, conformation dog show preparation, and pet therapy certification.

They are also open to addressing any specific needs not listed and are willing to refer clients to other reputable professionals when necessary, without seeking a referral fee. Additionally, the trainer volunteers as a dog trainer at a local animal shelter.

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