My dog training journey began 12 years ago when I adopted my first two rescue dogs, Junior and Oakley. Like many of my clients, my approach to training at the time was constant affection, spoiling, and absolutely no rules or leadership. This, of course, led to some pretty serious behavior problems in both of my dogs. One became extremely dog-aggressive and would attack any dog it came in contact with. The other became extremely pushy, challenging, and dominant, growling at me if I tried to do anything he didn't care for. Once I realized how bad things were, I knew I had to straighten it out and determine what the problem was - which, of course, after careful examination, turned out to be me.
This led me to an exhaustive study of all styles of dog training and behavior modification. Using my two incorrigibles as guinea pigs, I began my journey to figure out what methods of dog training worked, and which techniques created lasting results, with even the toughest of behaviors. It wasn't long before dog owners in my neighborhood started commenting on my exceptionally well-behaved dogs. Next thing I knew, I was being asked to help people with their dogs' problem behavior, and soon vets and other trainers began to recommend me for their more severe cases (aggression towards dogs, people, resource guarding, etc.), and it wasn't long until The Good Dog was born.
My strengths are in my ability to relate to and understand the psychology of both the humans and the dogs. You don't get a well-balanced dog without having both the humans and the dogs in sync. By teaching the humans what their dogs' true needs are, we bridge the gap between the two species and are able to create a harmonious relationship where both the dogs and the humans are fulfilled, balanced, and happy.
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This Weeks Adoptable Dog Profile:
Stone came to us in the middle of April from a rescue in TN and is a small mixed breed, no pit bull looking dog so anyone that has a BSL issue will not have a problem with Stone, he is about 35lbs and is great with dogs, kids and adults. Like all dogs though he needs structure, exercise and training.
To see all of the dogs I have for Adoption Click HERE
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This Weeks Featured News Story brought to you by the dogfiles.com
Picture of the week:
Lizzie is with us for 1 week board and train for off leash recall training, and brushing up on her basic and advanced obedience.
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The No Kill Equation
If every animal shelter in the United States embraced the No Kill philosophy and the programs and services that make it possible, we would save nearly four million dogs and cats who are scheduled to die in shelters this year, and the year after that. It is not an impossible dream.
I. Feral Cat TNR Program
II. High-Volume, Low-Cost Spay/Neuter
III. Rescue Groups
IV. Foster Care
V. Comprehensive Adoption Programs
VI. Pet Retention
VII. Medical and Behavior Rehabilitation
VIII. Public Relations/ Community Involvement
IX. Volunteers
X. Proactive Redemptions
XI. A Compassionate Director
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