Lisa A. Ricker

United States, New York, Mount Kisco, NY

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Lisa A. Ricker

About this trainer

History

Lisa Ricker is a long-time dog guardian and lover of all animals. She is a graduate of Animal Behavior College and is dedicated to providing training through positive reinforcement techniques.

Training Philosophy

Lisa Ricker is dedicated to using positive reinforcement techniques and to make training fun and easy.

Services

  • Basic Obedience Cues
  • Intermediate and Advanced Obedience Cues
  • Clicker Training
  • Kids guide to walking your dog
  • Fetch with your dog
  • Basic dog interaction
  • Jumping, Digging, Housebreaking, Inappropriate chewing, Puppy nipping, begging, counter surfing, barrier/fence reactivity and leash reactivity.
  • What types of personalities and traits to look for in a dog that might be good for your family and your lifestyle.
  • Setting your new dog up to succeed by preparing your home for the new arrival, etc.
  • Creating a multi-dog household.
  • Dogs and Kids 101 for first-time dog owners.
  • Socialization 101
  • Equipment desensitization (head halter, muzzles, etc.)

Certifications

Lisa Ricker is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and is Fear Free Certified. She is also a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT).

Specializations

Obedience training, behavior modification, puppy training, socialization, kids and dogs, multi-dog households, first-time dog owners, equipment desensitization.

Training Methods

Positive reinforcement techniques

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