Dogo Verified Trainer

Marta W. Coursey

United States, Maryland, Westminster, MD

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About this trainer

Marta started training professionally in 1998 and has been helping people turn their dogs into family members in the Carroll County area since that time.

Training Philosophy

My K9 Buddy promotes a philosophy of least invasive, minimally aversive training. To that end, no choke collars, prong collars or electronic collars are allowed in the building. Harsh corrections by any handler is cause for dismissal from class without refund.

Services

Group manners classes
Private sessions
Agility
Nosework
Rally
Obedience
Tracking
Puppy classes
CGC prep class
Therapy dog
Tricks
Virtual training
One-on-one sessions
Agility rentals

Certifications

Certified Professional Dog Trainer
Canine Good Citizen and Community Canine Evaluator
Member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers
Member Pet Professional Guild

Specializations

Agility
Rally
Obedience
Dock Diving
Manners
Puppy Training
CGC Prep
Therapy Dog
Tricks
Scent Work
Tracking

Training Methods

Positive, force-free methods

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