Mardi Richmond has been a student of dog behavior and training for almost 30 years, and has been helping others to train their dogs for over 20 years.
Training Philosophy
Mardi is committed to helping people create solid, happy, long-term partnerships with their dogs. She believes we can train with respect and consideration for you, your dog, and your relationship. Her training follows science-based positive reinforcement methods with a focus on cooperation, trust, and communication.
Services
Mardi specializes in preventing behavior issues through puppy head start as well as adolescent and adult dog training. She offers private training and classes.
Certifications
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge Assessed
- Graduated SFSPCA Dog Trainers Academy, Certificate in Counseling, with honors
Specializations
- Puppy head start
- Adolescent and adult dog training
Training Methods
Science-based positive reinforcement methods with a focus on cooperation, trust, and communication.
Media Appearances
Mardi Richmond has been writing about dogs for almost 20 years. Her articles have been published widely in highly respected journals and books including Whole Dog Journal, Bark Magazine, APDT Chronicle of the Dog, Coastal Canine, Dog Fancy Magazine and more.
