my approach
My Approach
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Is scientifically sound, replicable, reliable methods
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Adheres to the humane hierarchy as well as LIMA
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Is effective in any species from apes to ants
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Should be enjoyable for owners AND pets
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Will never cause fear or pain
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Requires continuing education
Choosing a Pro
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Choose wisely
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Fetching the Perfect Dog Trainer
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Nominated for Maxwell Medallion by the Dog Writers Association of America
About Dominance Training
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Pet Professional Guild position on dominance-based training
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Research explaining why dominance-based training is problematic
Rather than viewing a wolf pack as a group of animals organized with a “top dog” that fought its way to the top, or a male-female pair of such aggressive wolves, science has come to understand that most wolf packs are merely family groups formed exactly the same way as human families are formed.
~ David Mech
My Promise to You
Honesty
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Serve as a trusted adviser
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Say what's needed, even if it's not what you want to hear
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Tell you if we can't go further
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Refer to someone better if needed
Realistic Expectations
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Until satisfied or no more improvement can be made
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Tailored to lifestyle and goals, but within pet abilities
No Judgement
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Never feel judged about your pet, lifestyle, housekeeping, or collection of 2000 unicorns
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If you don't care if your dog's on the table, then I don't care - unless it pertains to the training at hand
Fun
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Known for humor
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Lack of laughter is very rare
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Everyone should have fun, especially pets
