Training dogs and cats for 35+ years! In-Home behavioral counseling services: housebreaking, aggression, separation anxiety, multi pet and children and pet issues. Plus basic manners and obedience.

 

Certifications:

 

Designations: CPDT-KA

 

Job Title: In home trainer/pet behavior counselor

 

Training Equipment: I use mostly buckle collars and marker words, food, petting, front fastening harnesses, head halters. Aversive techniques; squirt bottle or collar corrections are used as last resort.

 

Training Philosophy: I have trained professionally since 1989. My basic philosophy is to treat the pet and owner with respect and kindness, to help the owner communicate better and make a difference in dogs'/cat's lives.

 

Locations Served: I do in-home lessons in St.Louis and the surrounding areas including Illinois.

 

I have been training dogs and cats in their homes for 35+ years. After training for so long, I am now seeing 2nd and 3rd generations of client's dogs. It is gratifying to get referrals from happy clients and their veterinarians. I specialize in aggression cases and separation anxiety cases as well as working to solve other behavior problems. The most common problems I work with are front door manners, chewing, digging, jumping, barking and nipping. I have also helped people with specific training such as teaching their dog to be a ring bearer in their wedding and teaching a dog how to swim and find the steps to get out of the pool. I encourage the whole family, including children, to get involved in the training process. Training should be fun!