Choosing a Pro

Did you know?

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• Anyone can call themselves a Behaviorist, Behavior Specialist, Behavior Expert, Dog Trainer, Head Trainer, Training Specialist, Consultant, Lead Consultant, Instructor, etc.?

• Absolutely no education, qualifications, training, or experience whatsoever is required to charge for working with any behavior problem or training need?

• Behavior consulting is a specialized field that requires specialized training

Before Hiring Anyone

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• Including me, educate yourself

• Choose wisely

• Check out Fetching the Perfect Dog Trainer

• Gather information

• A quick easy read that walks you through hiring a trainer (paperback or eBook)

• A brief video on how to choose a trainer

• Understanding training equipment

• Dominance and Dog Training

• Training Your Dog Like They Do on TV

• Dog Training Myths

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Trainers

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• Typically work on manners, learning new skills, etc.

• Many also address basic behavior concerns such as house training or unwanted chewing

• Trainer locator

 

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Behaviorists / Consultants

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• Typically educated in behavior modification and learning theory

• Modify existing, unwanted behaviors

• Some are also trainers

• What is an Applied Animal Behaviorist?

• Applied Animal Behaviorist locator

• Animal Behavior Consultant locator

 

 

Veterinary Behaviorists

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• Vets who have completed residency or training in behavioral medicine

• Are able to determine if there is a medical component to behavior concerns

• Can determine when or if behavioral medication(s) might be appropriate

• Are experienced in choosing a medication best suited to a pet's concerning behavior

• Veterinary Behaviorist Locator

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