Diamond in the Ruff Dog Training offers basic obedience and puppy classes, as well as engaging nosework activities. They also provide private in-home training, behavior consultations, and problem-solving solutions.
Their expertise includes clicker/marker training, dog and baby/toddler safety, as well as dog walking, exercise, and dog sitting services. The owner/trainer holds a KPA-CTP certification and is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner.
Their training philosophy emphasizes the use of flat collars, front clip harnesses, head halters, and clickers, while avoiding choke, prong, or shock collars. Their primary goal is to foster understanding and enjoyment between humans and dogs in a cooperative, fear-free manner, prioritizing fun as a key element.
Serving the Greater Burlington, VT area, they have over 15 years of experience working with and training shelter dogs, particularly those who are fearful or undersocialized. Specializing in clicker training, they focus on making training enjoyable for all parties involved and are available to assist in selecting an appropriate puppy or dog for a family.
Their specialization also extends to dog/baby and dog/toddler safety, aiming to facilitate effective communication between people and dogs to ensure the well-being of both. Their ultimate objective is to help dogs remain in their homes by enhancing communication and offering solutions when challenges arise.
