Canine Calling
Nancy M. Horne, one of the trainers at
Canine Calling
, began training dogs while volunteering at an animal rescue over a decade ago. She learned from outstanding trainers while rehabilitating emotionally and socially impaired dogs and retraining those that had trained themselves. She developed and led the rescue puppy program and expanded the class to help dogs and those who adopt. She is also involved with Main Line Deputy Dog, a non-profit organization that helps people train their own service dog.
Training Philosophy
Canine Calling uses reward-based positive reinforcement training methods to effectively modify behaviors, teach new skill sets, and change bad habits. They work as a team to customize a training program for each dog’s specific needs.
Services
Canine Calling provides personalized, professional puppy and dog training sessions in your home. They can help with:
- Obedience
- Manners
- Leash walking skills
- Reactivity
- Resource guarding
- Home management
- And more.
They also offer sessions to help prepare your home for a new puppy or dog.
Certifications
Nancy M. Horne is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) through the CCPDT, and a veterinary assistant. She is a 10 year member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and a Vetmed Forum member.
Specializations
Canine Calling specializes in working with shy, fearful dogs and extremely undersocialized puppy mill dogs.
Training Methods
Canine Calling uses reward-based, positive reinforcement training methods.
