Suzanne Mackay

United States, California, Yorba Linda, CA

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Suzanne Mackay

About this trainer

Canine Path offers expertise in addressing a wide range of dog behavior issues, including leash pulling/reactivity, manners and obedience training, hyper/unruly behavior, child-dog safety, puppy manners, dog aggression, dog to human aggression, and anxious, fearful behaviors.

The training philosophy adhered to is ‘Train Don’t Blame,’ emphasizing a balanced, centered approach to dog training. Certifications include CGC Certified and K9 Nosework Certified.

The recommended training equipment comprises but is not limited to no-pull harnesses, martingales, flat collars, Haltis Gentle Leaders, and clickers, ensuring properly fitted equipment for effective training.

Canine Path serves the South Bay (Beach Cities), Los Angeles, and North Orange Country, including locales such as Torrance, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, El Segundo, Westchester, Hawthorne, Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Seal Beach, Garden Grove, Orange, West Los Angeles, Brentwood, Los Angeles, Holly Glen, Del Aire, and Carson.

The team has successfully collaborated with various owners and rescue groups, employing a broad spectrum of dog training and behavior techniques, including operant conditioning and pack leadership methodologies. Suzanne and her team are dedicated to helping dogs and their owners strengthen their relationship, offering a full range of services tailored to individual dog-training needs.

This includes basic to advanced obedience instruction for new family puppies, working with rescue dogs, and problem-solving with aggressive dogs. The team is also well-versed in animal psychology, veterinary care, and nutrition.

Suzanne’s expertise extends to resolving issues with nervous, anxious, highly aggressive, and fearful dogs, rehabilitating them with a dedicated and committed approach. She has successfully trained numerous dogs, including those deemed incapable of rehabilitation, and has particular success in working with ‘bully breeds.’

In addition, Suzanne has contributed as an expert witness in litigation related to behavioral dog issues and has authored several articles on dog training, behavior, and care.

Canine Path’s combined experience spans all levels of pet obedience, problem-solving, AKC, service and therapy dogs, puppy evaluation, and breed consulting. Suzanne is sought out as a ‘go-to expert’ by other trainers when dealing with severe aggression issues.

Whether individuals are ready to start training or have questions, Canine Path looks forward to hearing from them and can be contacted at 310-480-6773.

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