FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
This can be found on my website ... InRelationWithDogs.com
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I start with a short interview on the phone to be aware of the owners concerns. After discussing the training options an in home appointment is scheduled should the client choose to progress into training with me.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Linda has over 35 years of training experience and continued education in the science of dog behavior and animal training. She is passionate about this science, having started her studies when she was still in high school. She has attended classes through the Life Learn Program at the Ontario Veterinary Collage, University at Guelph, Ontario, Canada, under the direction of well noted veterinary behaviorist, Andrew Luescher, as well as Dr Jack Halap and Dr. Don Mckeown. She has studied with many top dog and animal trainers, animal behaviorists and veterinarians in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom and from around the world, including: •Karen Pryor •Kathy Sdao •Ken Ramirez •Dr Ian Dunbar •Terry Ryan •Gary Priest •Ted Turner …to name just a few. Today Linda continues to attend classes, clinics, webinars and workshops to ensure she stays attentive to the most current knowledge in the science of dog behavior and teaching. Recently Linda completed an advanced animal trainers course at the world-renowned Shedd Aquarium in Chicago with fellow students from the U.S. and around the world. In her quest to always learn more, Linda is currently enrolled in a year-long continued education course online.