Diamonds in the Ruff

Introduction: Our trainers are certified professional dog trainers and our methods are positive and motivational. OUR MISSION: To provide a warm, friendly place where people can come to learn about dogs and training. To educate dogs and their people with the utmost of respect and fairness using positive, pet-friendly methods which enhance the human-animal bond. To do our best to help people understand our canine friends' unique nature, to appreciate them for who they are, and help them become the best friends they can be so they will be loved and cherished family members for their lifetime. To create a pet-owner relationship built on trust and respect and give pet owners the tools they need to be better owners for future pets as well as the one we meet today. To encourage the adoption of homeless pets and support area shelters and rescues through free adopter training classes, volunteer and staff training, behavior assessments, and behavior support. To promote responsible dog ownership and bite safety through public education. To stress the importance of decreasing overpopulation and homeless pets through spaying and neutering, licensing and identification, proper veterinary care, grooming, healthy diet and proper mental and physical exercise. And by being a shining example of responsible pet ownership and pet-friendly training wherever we go. Carol & Dana Byrnes, owners, Certified Professional Dog Trainers Diamonds in the Ruff Watching our students' relationships with their dogs grow as they learn to understand and communicate with their pets. Watching the dogs discover the fun of learning and problem solving.