LA's Top Doggy Training offers a private In-Home positive reinforcement training program specializing in puppy training, basic obedience and loose leash walking for dogs of all ages! Top Doggy Training is a fun and easy solution for your doggy and your entire family!

 

Certifications:

 

Designations: Certified member of APDT

 

Job Title: Professional Dog Trainer

 

Training Equipment: Clicker, treats, lure stick, flirt pole, whistle, flat collar, cloth martingale, or harness, 25 foot training lead, 6 foot leash, dog mat, agility equipment, visual and verbal cues and lots of praise and affection!

 

Training Philosophy: Top Doggy's Training philosophy is based on a positive reinforcement training program that uses a “mark and reward” technique to effectively communicate the desired behavior. The clicker (or marker) is a tool that can make positive reinforcement trai

 

Locations Served: Santa Monica, Venice, Culver City, Mar Vista, Marina del Rey, Playa Vista, Playa del Rey, Westchester, El Segundo, Manhattan Beach

 

Languages: English

 

Patty has always had a passion for dogs so it’s no wonder that dog training would be a natural path to follow. Her passion and interest led to multiple opportunities in the training industry including consulting with World-renowned dog trainer, Emily Larlham. Patty is a certified member of APDT, “The Association of Professional Dog Trainers.” Between training dogs and building her business, Patty is a Training and Behavior Volunteer at the Annenberg Petspace, which focuses on the dynamic bond between people and their pets, as well as the origins and science of that relationship. This has given Patty the opportunity to work alongside the incredible CPDT-KA Certified Professional Dog trainer, Katie McGuire. Patty finds continued education to be an essential part of her ability to be an effective trainer and continues to attend virtual seminars and on-line training courses to enhance her skills. Now she’s fulfilling her passion for training dogs by getting to work with them every day!