Positive Reinforcement, Clicker Training, Private & Small Group, Puppy, Foundation, Agility, Obedience, Rally, Treibball, Therapy Dog Testing, Modifying Aggressive & Fearful Behavior, and more.

 

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Training Equipment: All equipment is 100% Dog-Friendly: loads of Positive Reinforcement (primary and secondary reinforcers), Clickers, Treats, Harnesses (front-attach), Trust, and Two-way Communication.

 

Training Philosophy: SMART DOGS' methods are 100% Dog-Friendly & Force-Free. We use Trust, Two-way Communication & Positive Reinforcement to build Strong, Healthy Relationships between People & Dogs. Learning = Training = Fun.

 

Locations Served: SMART DOGS Training Center is a unique learning center for People & Dogs. We teach Better Behavior to *BOTH* ends of the Leash! We offer Small Group Classes, Private Lessons, Behavior Consultation, Workshops & More. SDTC is located in Van Buren Arkansas and serves the greater Ft Smith area including surrounding cities in OK. We're delighted to have students who commute from Northwest and Central AR to train with us at SD!

 

At SMART DOGS our mission is to establish a Healthy, Happy Lifestyle for Dogs and the People who love them. We teach Better Behavior to BOTH Ends of the Leash. We offer Private Sessions and special classes for the Modification of Aggressive and/or Shy Behavior. We also offer small Group Classes for Early Puppy Development, Basic Pet Manners, Advanced Manners, Dog Sports such as Agility, Obedience, Rally, Treibball and more. Special Topic Workshops and Seminars are also available through the year. SD Training Center is located in Van Buren, AR and includes our 2,400 square foot Training Building and 2 acres of fully fenced Training Field for Agility, Treibball, and more. In addition to being a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, SMART DOGS' owner Mary A. Gilbreth PhD, is also a: Certified Stress Management Coach. Evaluator for Therapy Dog and also AKC Canine Good Citizen and STAR Puppy Programs. Judge for the Cyber Rally-O Obedience and Dance Divisions. Operation Socialization Certified Trainer, i.e. the AR River Valley's Certified Puppy Expert! Visit us online to learn more: website, www.MYSMARTDOGS.com blog, www.PlumwoodPosse.com youtube, http://www.youtube.com/user/plumwoodposse facebook, www.facebook.com/SMARTDOGSDogTraining