We never use pain, fear or force in the training, behavior modification, care or management of any pet.
Master Trainer Dorice Stancher, MBA, CPDT-KA, CTDI, AACE has more than 25 years of experience and is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) founded by Dr. Ian Dunbar (Stamford) and The Certification Council for Pet Dog Trainers (CPDT) which requires its members to train humanely using science-based methods also known as Least Invasive Minimally Aversive (LIMA) https://www.ccpdt.org/about-us/least-intrusive-minimally-aversive-lima-effective-behavior-intervention-policy/
Dog training is a science, but the industry is (as yet) unregulated with no licensing requirements or regulatory oversight. This means practically anyone can claim to be a trainer or behaviorist.
How do you find someone qualified?
CPDT-KA® indicates that a dog trainer has passed a comprehensive exam and has at least 300 hours of dog training experience. Professional recommendations are also required. The Certification Council for Pet Dog Trainers (CPDT), Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT),supports a Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) approach to behavior modification and training.
https://m.iaabc.org/joint-standards-of-practice/
Dorice Stancher, MBA, CPDT-KA, CTDI, AACE, Master Trainer and member of the APDT, PPG and IIABC.
It's easy and fun to train your dog whether in person or virtually.
Our group classes will be resuming in the Spring.
We want to see you be successful whether it's having the perfect family pet, therapy dog certification or dog performance sports.
We are here for the lifetime of your dog. Private lessons include support materials to help reach your goals!
