Best Friends Dog Training Behavior & Evaluations - Colorado Springs, CO
I'm a certified dog trainer and behavioral counselor with over 20 years of experience and behavioral education. CCPTD Certified Trainer, Behaviorist and Evaluator. I am a professional member of International Association of Animal Behavioral Consultants,
Evaluator for the AKC, American Kennel Club for Canine Good Citizen, Community Canine, Urban Canine and Temperament
Testing, along with Good house manners.
Licensed as a Handler, Instructor and Evaluator with Pet Partners Therapy Pets, (The gold standard of Therapy animals)
I am a professional member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers and Evaluator for the Foundation of Service Dog
Support.
I use positive reinforcement exclusively in training and behavioral modification.
My services range from puppy training to advanced obedience. I work with behavioral issues such as aggressive behaviors, anxiety etc..
I also train service and assistance dogs and am an Evaluator for the Foundation of Service Dog Support.
Working with dogs and their guardians is a joy
Positive methods give positive results!!
Please contact and book me on Petworks. Thank you.
- Licensed
- Certified
- Insured
- BBB Accredited
- Online Sessions
Pricing Packages
6 weeks of training for the perfect puppy!
One hour session per week
Adult packages last for 8 weeks and are one hour sessions one day a week
Advanced courses include off leash training, reliable off leash recall introduction to Nosework
This package takes 8-10 weeks to complete once per week, and are 90 minutes per session
Prerequisite, Basic obedience
Community Canine or Intermediate and Urban packages include off leash training, excellent recall, lying by pet parents' side at sidewalk cafes and coffee shops, entering building in a polite manner etc. These are top of the line social skills
How do you serve precious pets?
- Dog Trainer
- Pet First Aid Training
- Animal Behaviorist
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- K9 Training
- Service Dog Training
- Dog Trainer
What training tools do you use?
- Back-clip Harness
- Clicker
- Head Collar
- Leash
- Long Line
- Martingale Collar
- Praise/Affection
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Pet Behavior Modification
- Detection Dog Training
- Dog Obedience Training
- Service Dog Training
- Dog Therapy Training
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Birds
- Cats
- Dogs
- Parrots
What licensing do you have?
- Business License
- Licensed Veterinary Technician
On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- American Kennel Club Temperament Test (ATT) Certified
- Certified Behavior Consultant Canine-Knowledge Assessed (CBCC-KA)
- Certified Veterinary Assistant
- Fear Free Certified Professional
- International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC)
- National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (NADOI)
- PetCPR+ Pet CPR Certification
Proud member of...
- Animal Behavior Society (ABS)
- Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
- Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT)
- International Association of Assistance Dog Partners (IAADP)
- International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP)
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
- 24 hours notice required
Education
I hold a graduate degree in behavior, with extensive education and experience in animal behavior and learning theory
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Colorado Springs Colorado
What year did you begin serving pets?
2000
How did you hone your craft?
I have a background in Psychology. I was a registered Psychotherapist. Ive always been involed in the animal training world I decided to pursue education and with much experience I created my business
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
Let your pet know through clear communication what you want them to do. Many pet parents believe they are clear in communication but their pet does not understand
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
I am always pleased to create, repair or assist you in a forever bond with your pet
How do you serve precious pets?
- Dog Trainer
- Pet First Aid Training
- Animal Behaviorist
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- K9 Training
- Service Dog Training
- Dog Trainer
What training tools do you use?
- Back-clip Harness
- Clicker
- Head Collar
- Leash
- Long Line
- Martingale Collar
- Praise/Affection
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Pet Behavior Modification
- Detection Dog Training
- Dog Obedience Training
- Service Dog Training
- Dog Therapy Training
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Birds
- Cats
- Dogs
- Parrots
What licensing do you have?
- Business License
- Licensed Veterinary Technician
On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- American Kennel Club Temperament Test (ATT) Certified
- Certified Behavior Consultant Canine-Knowledge Assessed (CBCC-KA)
- Certified Veterinary Assistant
- Fear Free Certified Professional
- International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC)
- National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (NADOI)
- PetCPR+ Pet CPR Certification
Proud member of...
- Animal Behavior Society (ABS)
- Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
- Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT)
- International Association of Assistance Dog Partners (IAADP)
- International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP)
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
- 24 hours notice required
Education
I hold a graduate degree in behavior, with extensive education and experience in animal behavior and learning theory
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Colorado Springs Colorado
What year did you begin serving pets?
2000
How did you hone your craft?
I have a background in Psychology. I was a registered Psychotherapist. Ive always been involed in the animal training world I decided to pursue education and with much experience I created my business
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
Let your pet know through clear communication what you want them to do. Many pet parents believe they are clear in communication but their pet does not understand
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
I am always pleased to create, repair or assist you in a forever bond with your pet
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