Dog training is a science, but the industry is (as yet) unregulated with no licensing requirements or regulatory oversight. This makes it difficult to know what to look for.
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CPDT-KA® indicates that a dog trainer has passed a comprehensive exam and has at least 300 hours of dog training experience.
What is LIMA?
LIMA requires that trainers and behavior consultants use the “least intrusive, minimally aversive technique likely to succeed in achieving a training (or behavior change) objective with minimal risk of producing aversive side affects.”
The Certification Council for Pet Dog Trainers (CPDT), Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT), International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), supports a Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) approach to behavior modification and training.
https://m.iaabc.org/joint-standards-of-practice/
The Pet Professional Guild (PPG) requires all members must adhere to a strict code of conduct and understand Force-Free to mean that:
no shock, no prong, no choke and no pain, no fear, no force are ever employed in the training, behavior modification, care, or management of any pet.
Dorice Stancher, MBA, CPDT-KA, CTDI, AACE, Master Trainer and member of the APDT, PPG and IIABC.
Our Virtual Classes will have your dog behaving quickly. We train live and at your convenience. Stay safe and have more fun training your dog.
When choosing a trainer you want to get the best! Dorice Stancher CPDT-KA is a certified master trainer. Her methods are vet-approved and the most up-to-date and fun for you and your family.
We are here for the lifetime of your dog. Our Private Lessons include tutorials using social media and personalized notes so that you make quick progress and reach your goals!
