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Degrees
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AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluator, university lecturer
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My Expert Service
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I offer " dog improvements " -- dog training and dog behavioral modification services to northern Illinois/ suburban Chicago pet owners. I also offer phone consultations for people with dog behavior problems and dog training questions from all over the world.
Dog training services offered include:
* small-group "101" classes for puppies and adult dogs
* drop-in applied training classes for puppies and adult dogs
* drop-in "field trip" group training for social, real-world experience
* dog training workshops: Pet Assisted Therapy, Disc, Tracking, and other fun topics
* private temperament evaluations and behavior consultations
* individualized training for puppies and adult dogs
* day-school for fun times and training tune-ups (smart-dog daycare!)
* dog training "camp" over-night stays (but no "boots;" just patience, knowledge, and kindness!)
The more you know, the better your dog will behave!
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Experience & Qualifications
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I am an AKC canine good citizen evaluator, was the behavioral consultant to the American Dog Owners Association for many years, a long time member of the Animal Behavior Society, and the recipient of the ASPCA's Pet Overpopulation Answers Award for innovations on shelter dog rehabilitation. I am also a Dog Writers' Association of America Award winner, for writing I did as a monthly columnist, feature writer, and online editor for Dog World Magazine. I've also done in-service training for Chicago's Anti-Cruelty Society and other area shelters. I have written book chapters, a book, and am the host/ trainer for a series of dog breed specific training DVD's (all produced by Wiley Publishing, "Happy, Healthy Pet" series.
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Available Modes Of Communication
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email/chat
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Contact
Dog Improvement
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