Certified Dog Trainer
CurrentTRAINER QUALIFICATIONSI am a graduate of the CATCH Canine Trainers Academy (Master Class). Included were phases in dog behavior, hands-on training, behavior fieldwork, mentor training evaluations and written exams.I am also certified in pet first aid and CPR.Subjects covered and tested – safe and effective handling of dogs in shelters, day care and training situations, dog development stages from puppyhood to adulthood, behavior evaluation and temperament testing, basic and advanced obedience training, pros and cons of equipment and training tools, learning theory – classical and operant conditioning, behavior problem solving, speaking and leadership skills with clients in multiple settings, creating effective training plans for individual and group lessons.