Dog Behavior Help - Certified Dog Trainer - Rio Rancho, NM

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As a CBCC-KA (certified canine behavior counselor), CPDT-KA (certified professional dog trainer) and Fear Free Certified Professional with 27 years of experience, I help dogs and their people with difficult behavior problems. Assessing the issues, the environment, the needs of pet parents and designing a plan to improve dogs' and peoples' every day lives are the priorities.

Using the gentlest, most appropriate and effective techniques, we work together to reach the best solution for all the humans and animals affected. How can I help?

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Pricing Packages

Dog behavior - In-person assessment and recommendations

$ 135.00 Per Session

One hour in-person assessment with written recommendations and a minimum of two weekly followup emails. This includes any needed clarifications and adjustments of recommendations by email during the followup period.

Dog behavior - Facetime chat or phone consultation

$ 45.00 Per 30 minutes

We can discuss the behavior issue that you're concerned about and you will get immediate suggestions. And for difficult and/or complex cases which will be determined in the consultation, I'll recommend an in depth behavior assessment.

How do you serve precious pets?

Private Dog Training

What training tools do you use?

Barriers
Clicker
Front-clip Harness
Head Collar
Leash
Martingale Collar
Muzzle
Praise/Affection
Toys
Treats

Do you offer online sessions?

Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?

Pet Behavior Modification

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

Dogs

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

Certified Behavior Consultant Canine-Knowledge Assessed (CBCC-KA)
Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
Fear Free Certified Professional

Proud member of...

Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)
Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT)
International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC)

Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?

Flexible

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

New Mexico - Santa Fe, Taos, Albuquerque, Rio Rancho

What year did you begin serving pets?

1994

How did you hone your craft?

25 years of study, certification, and experience in applying behavior principles.

What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?

Work to understand behavior as best you can and be patient while attempting to change it.

What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!

I'm willing to go the extra mile to get pet parents the help they need to understand and work effectively with their pets.

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SERVICE AREA: 150 miles from Rio Rancho, NM

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Customer Reviews

Very positive, helpful and thorough session to teach us how to handle sudden aggression between dogs who've grown up together.

- Jennifer DeAngelo

Pet Pro Response:

Gracie is lucky to have some special guardians to take such good care of her!
I hope you find the recommendations helpful.

- Suzanne Fuqua