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Ruth Rager
Noah's Ark is a wonderful place to adopt from. The take great care of the animals while they are under the Ark's roof and ensure safe and stable homes. The adoption process is thorough, but not unnecessary or hard to go through. I loved feeling like they actually knew the cat and cared about her future! They were very good at making sure I understood the cats needs and could provide for all of them. Noah's Ark does a great job at finding animals homes with families who can provide a safe and loving environment to make sure these wonderful pets don't end up back at a shelter.
Boone
I am a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) using force free training techniques. You and your pup will LOVE training and will have a relationship built on trust and willingness. Not on fear. Anyone can call themselves "dog trainers". No schooling or certifications are necessary. I chose to go to school, to become certified and continue to further my education by attending seminars, achieving continuing education units and keeping up with the most current and relevant techniques out there. I learn from only the best. There are many trainers out there (far too many) who use outdated, aversive techniques. Do they work? Yes. But at what cost? Do you want your relationship built on fear? My positive training technique will allow you to have the best relationship possible with your pup.
I enjoy just about everything about my job. I get to work with wonderful pups every day! Some are more challenging than others, but it is so satisfying to help owners find solutions to their problems.
I, of course, have always had a love for animals. In the past 15 years, my family and I have adopted four pit bulls. Long story short, over time, one of my pups acquired many anxiety issues and during the course of several years, some of those anxiety issues turned into aggression issues. After years of researching, my knowledge of dog behavior was expanding to the point that I really wanted to be able to help others with their dog problems. For the most part, my business consists of normal, common issues but my knowledge of some of the more severe problems is ever expanding.
I have earned my Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. I join over 2000 certificates worldwide.
Until the creation of the Certificate Council for Professional Dog Trainers in 2001, there was no true certification process for canine professionals. Many schools teach trainers and offer Certifications for their specific programs. These certificates, therefore, reflect the teachings and quality of a specific school. Other organizations offered take-home tests for "certification". These canine professionals are not monitored to ensure they are completing the task without any assistance or collaboration nor is the testing process standardized.
This unprecedented process was originally implemented by the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, the largest association of dog trainers in the world, founded by noted veterinarian, behaviorist and author Dr. Ian Dunbar. A task force of approximately 20 internationally known dog training professionals and behaviorists work for three years to research and develop the first comprehensive examination. Professional Testing Corporation (PTC) was hired to ensure the process met professional testing standards. APDT then created a separate, independent counsel – the Certification Counsel for Professional Dog Trainers – to manage the accreditation and pursue future development.
Candidates who pass the exam earn the title Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed and may use the designation CPDT – KA after their names. All certified trainers must earn continuing education credits to maintain the designations or take the exam again in three years.
I am, also, an honors graduate of Animal Behavior College. My year-long commitment to this program has provided me with a formal education in canine obedience training and understanding behavior and its motives. My certification, education and experience provide me the skills required to effectively and humanely train your dog while keeping alive the spark that makes your dog so special to you.
In addition to my certification, I am a Professional Member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT), a member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), the Pet Professional Guild (PPG) and I have a certificate of completion in pet CPR and First Aid. I am bonded and insured through The Business Insurers of the Carolinas.
I am a qualified AKC Canine Good Citizen instructor. I can teach your pup the manners necessary to achieve CGC status which is the first step toward Therapy Dog training.
I do not, however, consider myself qualified to be a “service dog trainer”. This entails a very specific training regimen that I am not qualified to offer....yet.
4.96/5.00
based on 227 reviews
The average rating for Bark Dog Trainers in Rockford is 4.96, based on 227 reviews.
