The training that I provide is not traditional command based training.  My approach to achieving calm and respectful dogs is based on the principles of dog psychology.  Basically stated, if dog owners can be pack leaders by projecting calm, assertive energy, learning the language of dog whispering, then they can correct unwanted behaviors in their pets.  Another important aspect of influencing a dog’s behavior is a commitment to making sure that his basic needs are being met.  More Session Info...

 

 

My methods are for you if you have a dog that…

           is very difficult if not impossible to walk

           barks when you do not want him to bark

           jumps on people.

           does not obey you

           has separation anxiety

           is destructive

           runs out of doors

           whines

           growls

           is a bad car passenger

           or has other problems.

 

 

Do you need some help finding ways to exercise your

dog?  I can help you with…

 

           Dog Backpacks

           Teaching your dog how to use a treadmill.  I have one that you can

           try out before you invest in one.

           Bike Attachments - the Springer is fantastic

           Carting

           Herding

           Roller Blading

           Scenting

           Swimming

 

My methods are for you if you are committed to making changes in the way that you interact with your dog.  As Cesar Millan says, “The difference between a bad dog and a good dog is the owner.”  I can help you become a great owner.

Training Philosophy

Can you walk your dog like this?

I have had and trained dogs most of my life.   My mom and dad would tell you that I came out of the womb asking for a dog!  Although I was very persistent, they didn’t give in until I was 14.  Once I started living with dogs, I didn’t stop!  But even before that I worked with neighborhood dogs gaining valuable experience.  Since then, I have trained my dogs and others’ dogs in Agility and Obedience using reward based training and clicker training with great success.

 

However, there was always a gap between the ideal and reliable response from a dog and the response that actually occurred.  If you are like many of my clients, when you tell your dog to “Come”, she doesn’t always come, no matter how much training you do.

 

Another gap between what I wanted to do and what actually occurred, existed for dogs with serious issues.  Aggression, fear, and dominance were very difficult for me to rehabilitate completely.  The time involved was very lengthy and the results were less than satisfactory to me. 

 

This gap was perfectly filled by Cesar Millan’s Pack Leader philosophy.  I studied everything available on his method and put it to work on all my clients’ and friends’ dogs.  The difference in the dogs’ response and behavior was so dramatic, so quickly that Cesar’s method is all that I teach now.  You may wonder if it works as well as it does on TV.  In all but the most unbalanced dogs, I am here to tell you that it does!  If you don’t want me to help you with your dog, please consider reading Cesar’s books and watching his TV show on the National Geographic Channel. 

 

I am the official Trainer for Dogtopia in North Raleigh and work with Pupsi (Cary), Camp Bow Wow (Cary) and Furry Feet Retreat (Cary.) 

 

I have the great honor of working with Second Chance Pet Adoptions, Neuse River Golden Retriever Rescue, and Marley’s Cat Tales Pet Adoptions.

 

I would consider it an honor to work with you and your dog!

 

About Me