FAQs
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I’m a CPDT-KA (Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed) through CCPDT.
- What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Talk to the dog trainer you are interested in hiring to determine their dog training philosophy and methods. Make sure that they do not use domineering or corrective methods and that their training is dog-friendly and family-friendly. It's also a good idea to determine their level of experience working with dog training cases such as yours - for example, are they experienced with teaching basic obedience only? Do they have experience working with behavior problems? or are you looking for a dog sport competition trainer? These types of training require different skill sets and experience. Finally, it's a good idea to get references or to have the trainer's name given to you as a referral from your veterinarian or local pet food supply store.