Trick Dog U K9 Training Academy offers group and private instructions for dogs and cats using scientifically proven, rewards-based methods tailored to meet the individual needs of your pets.
The owner and head trainer holds several certifications, including CPDT-KA from the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers, ACDBC from the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, and ABCDT & ABCCT from the Animal Behavior College.
Additionally, they are a Certified Service Dog Coach, SDC, Certified Trick Dog Instructor, CTDI, American Kennel Club Evaluator, ABC Mentor Trainer & CATCH Mentor Trainer, UKCSD Scent Instructor, Force Free Certified Professional, Pet Loss & Grief Companion, and Alliance of Therapy Dogs Tester.
The training philosophy at Trick Dog U is based on scientifically proven rewards-based methods. The academy does not use choke chains, prong, or shock collars, and the recommended training equipment includes no-pull harnesses, gentle leaders, flat buckle collars, properly fitted martingale collars or leads, and leashes of 6 feet or shorter.
Trick Dog U serves North Pinellas, Pasco, and Hernando County, including Bayonet Point, Brooksville, Elfers, Holiday, Hudson, Land O Lakes, New Port Richey, Odessa, Port Richey, Shady Hills, Spring Hill, Tarpon Springs, Trinity & Weeki Wachee.
