Pet Behavior Associates, INC

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Introduction: I have been training dogs for over 30 years. I am a retired teacher. I know how to teach owners how to train their dogs and help them to understand their behavior. I have three locations... one in Gahanna at Agility and Rally for Fun (ARF) on Sunday nights, a location at Big Walnut Animal Care Center in Westerville/Galena area on Thursday nights and one in Clintonville at Beechwold Veterinary Clinic on Monday nights. I also do in home visits and consultations for behavior modification and training. I offer private lessons in many venues. I hope you will contact me to train your dog! I was the first trainer in the Central Ohio area to use positive reinforcement to teach and modify behaviors. I was the first to offer puppy classes in the area as well. I recognize the impact of early learning. My favorite part of my job is that a make a difference one dog at a time. I began training dogs because people needed a training class that met the needs of pet owners that uses methods pet owners prefer. They also needed to understand how to effectively modify their dogs' behavior. I love to watch the dogs build confidence and master their exercises with pride!

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39 years in business

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Kris S.

May 6, 2016

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Bob R.

May 5, 2016

Superb advice.

Crystal M.

May 5, 2016

Our Bernese Mountain Dog (1.5 yrs old) began her training as a lively but somewhat out-of-control dog...She was good at 'sit,' but that was about all. By the end of a series of weekly classes, she is MUCH improved and a real joy to take for walks because she knows how to listen to me and understand her commands. I really like the training methods because the dog is never pushed, and is not punished if it doesn't understand a command right away. Everything is made exciting and encouraging to the dog, and it makes a huge difference in how it responds. The positive reinforcement is great and leaves both my dog and me with a good feeling at the end of each class. Very happy with the training methods used and thrilled with what a good girl our Berner is turning out to be. She's always had a great personality but now it really shines with her excellent behavior.

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Annette Neff

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Group training Classes: Beginner Behavior Training Classes $155.00 Home visits while dogs are in training classes - $65.00 In home Training (4 lessons) $260.00 Private lessons at my location (s) $60.00/hour I offer 1/2 hour private lessons for $30.00 I will provide training for your dog while boarding at Big Walnut Animal Care Center for $25.00/half hour session. I will exercise and train your dog while you are at work - price based upon travel time.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I usually "meet" people on the phone or email. I discuss with them their needs for training and offer the program that best suits their needs.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I hold a Masters degree in education with a minor in psychology. I took graduate level courses in animal behavior, learning, and comparitive psychology. I completed a three year internship with Dr. David Tuber and Dr. David Hothersal, liscenced psychologists at OSU. These two men were pioneers in the field of applied animal behavior. After working with them, I decided to offer training classes that could be used to teach pet owners how to work with their pets to change unwanted behaviors.