Star Maker Dog Training and Services

Unlike many people who label themselves "dog trainers" I have the many years of HANDS ON EXPERIENCE and a lifetime devotion to dogs that is required to truly understand and modify canine behavior. I started training my first dog 23 years ago and have been immersed in the world of dog training ever since. My extensive experience has taught me that every dog is an individual, and I train the dog in front of me and his unique set of characteristics. I do not subscribe to a single, close-minded methodology nor do I use gimmicks, rather simply solid, proven training methods that work, from every end of the training spectrum. I have worked with breeds from all 7 variety groups, including mixes and rare breeds, all ages from young puppy to geriatric, and I have worked with all ends of the temperament spectrum, including very aggressive, very reactive, and very timid dogs. I pride myself in my honesty with my clients. I do not sugarcoat things and I try to always remain clear and direct regarding the client and their dog, and what needs to be done to achieve the results they desire. I find this results in a happier client and a dog that truly understands what is expected. Below is a listing of some of my credentials- -20+ years experience working with dogs - I have trained dogs in the areas of: basic through advanced obedience and manners, social skills, aggressive behavior modification, reactive behavior modification, housetraining and crate training, trick training, dock diving, competitive obedience, rally obedience, agility, service work, therapy work, conformation. I have worked with a myriad of behavioral problems including extreme shyness, noise sensitivity, reactivity, resource guarding, aggression, and pack dynamics in the home. I have successfully modified behavior in dogs that were considered "problematic" and even "impossible," as well as dogs with existing attack and/or bite histories. -I have personally titled dogs in competitive obedience, rally obedience, conformation (breed ring - AKC/UKC/INTL), agility, dock diving, therapy work and Canine Good Citizen certification for the CGC through the CGCU. -I'm an American Kennel Club Certified Canine Good Citizen Evaluator. -I am CPR and first aid certified for canines - I have worked as an accredited dog trainer for three major pet stores. - I have earned multiple perfect 100 scores in rally obedience competitions and agility competitions -I have cross trained and handled dogs in multiple venues of obedience, rally, conformation and agility competition simultaneously. -I have trained Service Dogs for people with mental and physical disabilities. -I have judged multiple 4H Youth Dog Competitions, including Obedience and Showmanship - I have assisted individuals who needed training and or Canine Good Citizen certification to remain in good standing with their insurance company due to owning a "dangerous" breed/dog. -I was hand selected by the Central California SPCA to take over their free dog training classes that are offered to the public. While I no longer teach these classes, my work was highly regarded during my time there and resulted in multiple class attendees hiring me for private training.