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P.A.C. Program Partners
The below companies have agreed to provide special services and/or discounts to P.A.C Card Holders.
Dog Food and Products
Flint River Ranch Dog FoodTraining Services and SSDT Affiliates
Bernhard Flinks - Schutzhundesport - TierpensionSite available in English.
Paws Around Chicago
Paws Around Chicago is Chicago's only Veterinarian Recommended Pet Transportation Service. They provide your pet and you with safe and dependable transportation to and from basically anywhere in Chicago and its surrounding suburbs.
PetSafe
PetSafe is a leader in the companion pet training products industry. K9 Electronics has the full line of PetSafe training products.
Massage Therapy
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http://www.pastadarte.com (Our Favorite Italian Restaurant)Web Design and Media Services
Christopher Fant, Owner 312-342-0884http://www.apocalyptomedia.com
Photography
Lynda Guillu, Owner 773-719-4042www.guilluphotography.com
Fitness
Todd Burrows, Personal Trainer 312-636-8633www.totalbodyconditioning.net
Puppy Lovers
8101 Skokie Blvd. Skokie, IL 60076Cecilia 847-675-2522
Automotive
5628 North Elston Avenue Chicago, IL 60646John Vick 773-763-4000
www.leftysautomotive.com
Positive Trainer List by State
ALABAMA
Frances H. Dauster, CPDTP's and Q's Dog Training! LLC
Grand Bay, AL 36541
dobemom@juno.com
www.sunpaws.com
251-786-7297
Services: Puppy Socialization Classes, Manners Classes, Obedience Classes, In-Home Consultations, Behavioral Consultations. Home-style, kennel-free puppy and dog boarding!!! Small classes (5 to 6 dogs), gentle training!
Margie Wiesman
Kind Hearts Behavior Center
Huntsville, AL 35805-4017
1Margie@Comcast.net
www.KindHearts.org
256-536-7123
Services: Positive, motivational Clicker Training for puppies, adolescent and adult dogs. Basic manners and socialization are taught in classes limited to 5 dogs. Private training available.
ARIZONA
Rosemary BesenickThe Dog Training Co., L.L.C.
Sonoita, AZ 85637
520-745-5056
dogtrainco@earthlink.net
www.dogtrainco.com
Services: Obedience classes, service dog training, field dog training, agility, private in-home training and behavior consultations. Offering 10 years of clicker training experience.
CALIFORNIA (North)
Kelly Gorman, CPDTSirius Puppy Training & Open Paw, Inc.
Berkeley, CA 94709
kelmar71@hotmail.com
www.siriuspup.com
510-658-8588
Services: Group classes, behavior consultations, shelter staff and volunteer training, seminars and workshops.
Andee Burleigh
Divine Canine
Carmel, CA 93922
divinek9@sbcglobal.net
831-6261774
Services: Positive dog training, Tellington Touch, one-on-one consultations.
Nancy Abplanalp
Dog Manners
Davis, CA 95616
planalp@omsoft.com
530-757-2863
Services: Positive reinforcement classes taught for puppies through adult dogs. Private consultations, summer camp for kids.
Lisa Clifton-Bumpass CPDT
Pawsitive Steps Dog Training
Hayward, CA 94541
pawsitivedogs@attbi.com
510-732-7877
Services: Group and private training serving Castro Valley, Hayward, San Leandro, San Lorenzo and Union City. Clicker classes: puppies, adult dogs, growl classes, flyball and agility.
Emily Gaydos
Clicker Coach Positive Dog Training
Mt. Shasta, CA 96067
clickercoach@snowcrest.com
530-926-0884
Services: Clicker training for dogs and pups, group and private lessons, puppy classes, agility, behavior issues.
Lyle A. Reed
Mind Of Their Own Dog Training
Roseville, CA 95661-4609
dawgtnr@juno.com
www.DawgTrainer.net
888-248-2927
Services: Private in-home training and group classes, puppy-advanced. Conformation and obedience for show, clicker and lure/reward techniques.
Barbara De Groodt
From the Heart Animal Behavior Counseling & Dog Training
Salinas, CA 93912-3734
K9tootr@fromtheheart.info
www.fromtheheart.info
831-783-0818
Services: Puppy and adult classes, private instruction, behavior consultation, doggie daycare, tracking, flyball, agility for fun, lectures, services not limited to dogs, however, all behavior-based training.
Donna Duford, CPDT
San Francisco, CA 94114-3603
donnaduford@aol.com
415-934-4821
Services: Specializing in positive reinforcement and clicker training, problem solving, video consultations, seminars, workshops.
Amanda Book, CPDT
Siri-Oz Puppy Training
San Jose, CA 95123
mandypup1@yahoo.com
408-226-4650
Services: Puppy and adult group classes, private training, clicker training, agility foundation classes.
Stacy Braslau-Schneck, CPDT
Stacy's Wag' N' Train
San Jose, CA 95128
stacy@wagntrain.com
www.wagntrain.com
408-286-3889
Services: Group classes and private lessons to teach basic manners obedience, socialization, tricks, agility for fun, clicker training and behavior.
Mardi Richmond, CPDT
Santa Cruz, CA 95062-2632
rowdydog@cruzio.com
831-454-0607
Services: Private training and behavioral counseling.
Connie S. Price, CPDT
Gentle Touch Dog Training
Stockton, CA 95267-1382
puppywhisperer60@earthlink.net
(209) 943-2192
Services: Offering Basic Group Obedience Classes, In-home Private Lessons, and Beh. Mod. using +R Methods. CGC Evaluator #10963.
Karen Barta
Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe
Truckee, CA 96160
kbpuppers@sbcglobal.net
www.hstt.org
530-994-3791
Services: Training and behavior modification for adopted shelter dogs and their families to help make their transitions a smooth one.
CALIFORNIA (South)
Barbara DavisBADDogsInc Family Dog Training & Behavior
Corona, CA 92882
barbara@baddogsinc.com
www.baddogsinc.com
866-LUV-A-DOG
Services: Gentle training & behavior programs for the family dog using positive reinforcement & clicker training. Puppy & adult dog group classes. Puppy Prep School in-home early learning program. In-home training & behavior counseling, all breeds & issues.
Paul Owens
Burbank, CA 91510
owenspaul@verizon.net
www.dogwhispererdvd.com
800-269-3591
Laura Bourhenne
Animal Attraction Unlimited
Canoga Park, CA 91303
Laura@petdogtrainer.com
www.petdogtrainer.com
818-382-4507
Services: Clicker training, private, in-home training for basic obedience, puppy basics, all types of aggression and behavior problems.
Terry Long CPDT
DogPACT
Long Beach, CA 90805-2243
dogpact@aol.com
562-423-0793
Services: Behavior modification (aggression, separation anxiety, fearfulness, etc.). Experienced clicker trainer. Private and group training for basic manners, tricks, pre-agility, and agility. Pre-purchase/adoption consultation and temperament evaluation.
Wayne Hightower CPDT
Hightower Positive Dog Training
Los Angeles, CA 90026
waynehi@hotmail.com
323-667-1112
Dennis Lannon
PAWsitive Solutions
San Clemente, CA 92672
denniskwf@aol.com
www.positive-solutions.com
949-218-7841
Services: In-home training and behavioral consultations.
Ronen Tivony
Canine Interactions
Serving all of Los Angeles County, CA
http://www.oneLAdog.com
888-935-DOGS (3647)
Canine Interactions- Los Angeles Dog Training - We offer puppy, basic and advanced obedience classes as well as behavioral modification programs and the American Kennel Club's Canine Good Citizen program.
Nicole Wilde CPDT
Gentle Guidance
Santa Clarita, CA 91386-2814
phantmwlf@aol.com
www.gentleguidance4dogs.com
661-299-5704
Services: In-home behavior modification and obedience training using positive methods, including clicker training. All behavior issues including aggression. Will work with all breeds including wolf hybrids.
Jan Vincent CPDT
Four Paws U, LLC
Silverado, CA 92676
FourPawsU@cox.net
www.FourPawsU.com
714-457-7482
Services: Offer private, semi private, & group lessons for basic home manners for dogs of all ages.
Daniel Tambourine
Crossroads Pet Resort
Stanton, CA 90680-1918
xroadsccr@aol.com
www.crossroadspetresort.com
888-823-4283
Services: Private training consultations, boarding/training, group classes, puppy obedience through advanced agility, daycare, behavior modifications. Apprenticeship programs available.
COLORADO
Laura Van Dyne, CPDTCanine Consultant LLC
Carbondale, CO 81623
Lvandyne@sopris.net
970-963-3745
Services: Positive Reinforcement training in Private and Group class settings. Indoor facilities.
Trish O'Connor, CPDT
Dumb Friends League
Denver, CO 80231
toconnor@ddfl.org
www.ddfl.org
303-696-4941
Daniel Q. Estep
Animal Behavior Associates Inc.
Littleton, CO 80123
Dan@AnimalBehaviorAssociates.com
www.AnimalBehaviorAssociates.com
303-932-9095
Suzanne Hetts, Ph.D., CPDT, CAAB
Animal Behavior Associates, Inc.
Littleton, CO 80123
Suzanne@AnimalBehaviorAssociates.com
www.AnimalBehaviorAssociates.com
303-932-9095
Services: Individual behavior consultations, workshops, lectures, seminars to lay and professional groups, books, videos, CD's, telecourses, legal consulting, professional and career coaching
Dianna Stearns, CPDT
Waggin's West Dog Training
Northglenn, CO 80233
dlstearns1@msn.com
www.wagginswest.com
303-718-7705
Services: Private, in-home, reward-based training and gentle behavior modification for the family dog. Basic obedience, trick training, and AKC CGC preparation and testing. Instruction geared to meet the busy family's schedule. Classes available upon request.
CONNECTICUT
Marilyn Marks, CPDTThe Good Dog Spot!
Bloomfield, CT 06002
marilyn_marks@sbcglobal.net
www.thegooddogspot.com
860-243-5500
Services: Doggie daycare, clicker training, agility speakers/seminars.
Leslie Nelson
Tails-U-Win! Canine Center LLC
Manchester, CT 06040
lnelsonmoss@comcast.net
www.tailsuwin.com
860-646-5033
Services: Family dog, puppy kindergarten, agility, competition obedience, therapy dog, freestyle, flyball, Frisbee. Private training and behavior. Positive training, positive results. 50 classes a week!
Laurey Weiner, CPDT
Willoughby Training & Canine Sports Center
Morris, CT 06763
laurey@ntplx.net
www.caninesportscenter.com
860-567-2099
Services: PKT, pet obedience, agility, behavior consultations.
FLORIDA Rob Bitler
Deltona, FL 32725
rob@bitler.com
386-956-8805
Siobhan Mullally, CPDT
A Dogs Best Friend
Ft Lauderdale, FL 33312-0011
Siobhan@adogsbestfriend.com
www.adogsbestfriend.com
954-791-2717
Services: In-home Training, Puppy Kindergarten, Group Classes, Boarding Training, Behavior Modification, Shelter Consultations, Training Supplies.
Tim Mullally, CPDT
A Dogs Best Friend Inc.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312-0011
tim@adogsbestfriend.com
www.adogsbestfriend.com
954-791-2717
Services: In-home training, puppy kindergarten, basic and advanced group classes, boarding training, behavior modification, dog supplies, shelter consultations.
Marni Fowler, CPDT
Class Act for Dogs
Gainesville, FL 32653
nicasdreamjester@yahoo.com
www.classactfordogs.com
352-372-3635
Services: Private Behavior Consults, Group Puppy and Adult Classes, Clicker Training, Rally, CGC.
Leah Roberts
Dog Willing Positive Training Solutions
Sanford, FL
http://hometown.aol.com/dfrntdrums/myhomepage/index.html
Angelica Steinker, CPDT
Courteous Canine Inc. Dog School & Doggie Gym
Lutz, FL 33559-3980
angelica@courteouscanine.com
www.courteouscanine.com
813-949-1465
Services: Clicker training, basic, puppy, agility, flyball. No force - just fun.
PJ Lacette
Best Paw Forward
Sanford, FL 32773-5148
pjl@iag.net
www.bestpaw.com
407-328-0550
Services: Behavior consults, competition agility, obedience, conformation, puppies through adults, seminars, pet training. Also available for print & electronic media shoots with experienced dogs & handlers.
Kellyann Conway, CPDT
Maritime Pet Kennel, Inc.
Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
maritimepet@earthlink.net
www.dogdaycare.net
727-939-1089
Services: Training Group & Private Sessions Available
Beverly Woodward, CPDT
Zephyrhills, FL 33544
bwoodwar@tampabay.rr.com
813-469-0596
GEORGIA
Darla Lacey, CPDTUltimate Dog Training
Hiram, GA
http://www.theultimatedog.com/
Jenny Schneider
Camp Canine , LLC
Cumming, Georgia
(404) 642-4419
www.campcanineusa.com
campcanineusa@earthlink.net
ILLINOIS
Gina M. CrimminsCanine Wellness, Inc
Barlett, IL 60103
s_g_crimmins@sbcglobal.net
847-274-1878
Services: Dog training, massage, acupressure and premium quality treats and products.
Brandi Barker, MFA, CPDT
Barker Behavior, Inc.
4130 N. Rockwell Street Chicago, IL 60618
brandi@barkerbehavior.com
www.barkerbehavior.com
773.866.2806
Services: In-home consultations for behavioral issues, private training, puppy packages; train ‘n’ play program for daycare or boarding dogs; seminars and workshops and various group classes. See website for details, online class registration.
Debbie Bickford
Debbie's Dogs
Chicago, IL 60647
DebnHerDogs@sbcglobal.net
www.DebbiesDogs.net
312-498-3647
Services: Group classes: Puppy, basic, advanced, clicker training. Behavior consultations. Private instruction. Debbie is certified in training and behavior counseling (CTC) by the San Francisco SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers.
Lynn Brezina,CPDT
CompanionAbility
Chicago, IL 60659-3706
lbrezina@rcn.com
773-728-2879
Services: Reward based training. In-home private lessons; small group classes; CGC tests; behavior consultations; tracking; house-sitting; housebreaking intensives.
Jeff Millman
Chicago Paws
Chicago, IL 60640
jeff@chicagopaws.com
www.chicagopaws.com
773-818-5570
Services: Free, 15-minute phone consultation. I offer private, in-home dog training. I only use positive reinforcement methods. See extensive references and credentials on my site. I look forward to hearing from you!
Karen Okura, CPDT
Anti-Cruelty SocietyDept of Animal Behavior & Training/
Chicago, IL 60610-4476
kokura@anticruelty.org
www.anticruelty.org
312-644-8338 x343
Services: Puppy pre-school, basic, intermediate. Intro to Rally-O, Happy hour, trick training classes, private temperament evaluations. Animal handling and safety workshop, animal behavior and body language workshop. AKC Canine Good Citizen Prep-courses and testing
Laura Monaco Torelli, CPDT
Training Manager & Behavior Consultant
Animal Behavior Training Concepts, Inc.
Chicago, IL 60616
(815) 353-0014
laura@abtconcepts.com
info@abtconcepts.com
www.abtconcepts.com
Services: Fun and energetic group classes. Clicker Training. Puppy Manners, Basic Good Manners, and On Going Classes. Private Lessons. Rescue/shelter dog seminars and discounts. Guidance and coaching for behavioral concerns. CGC preparation and testing. Training Services for horses also provided. Visit website for additional information.
Janice Lynn Triptow, J.D., CPDT, CDBC
Dog Behavior Solutions, Inc.
Chicago, IL 60630
dogbehaviorsolutions@comcast.net
www.dogbehaviorsolutions.net
773-617-2374
Services: In home: behavior consultations and behavior modification, pre-pet consultations, temperament assessments, pet manners & obedience instruction including Rally (sport); CGC preparation and testing. See website for more information.
Laura Dorfman CPDT
kona's touch
Glencoe, IL 60022
Positive, peaceful, in-home private lessons, consultations puppy and dog training, good manners and behavior issues. Agility, exercise options, aging issues.
konastouch@yahoo.com
www.kongstouch.com
KANSAS
Suezanne M. LawSympawtico
www.sympawtico.com
Shawnee, KS
KENTUCKY
Linda L. LaunHappy Tails Pet & Obedience Training
Louisville, KY 40218-4710
happytails@laun.win.net
502-491-8365
Services: Reward-based training, group/private, puppy-novice, Therapy dog, Delta Evaluator, CGC, Pets-N-Sweats Workout.
MAINE
Elsa LarsenMy Wonderful Dog
Portland, ME 04101
elarsen@wonderfuldogs.org
www.wonderfuldogs.org
207-780-9792
Services: Group and individual classes, service dogs, seminars
Donald J. Hanson, CPDT, BFRP
Green Acres Kennel Shop
Bangor, ME 04401-2204
donh@greenacreskennel.com
www.greenacreskennel.com
207-945-6841
Services: Group classes, pet behavior counseling, clicker training, Bach Flower Essence Consultations, therapy dog testing.
Becky Robinson, CPDT
Green Acres Kennel Shop
Bangor, ME 04401
rerobinsone@midmaine.com
www.greenacreskennel.com
207-945-6841
Services: Group classes for companion dogs using clicker training.
MARYLAND
Jennifer Lund, Ph.D., CPDT CPDTSee Spot Sit, LLC
Brookeville, MD 20833-1218
info@see-spot-sit.com
www.see-spot-sit.com
301-570-2254
Services: Puppy kindergarten, group classes, agility, private instruction, behavior modification, CGC evaluator, and pre-purchase counseling.
Ruth C. Chase
The Coventry School Inc. for Dogs & Their People
Columbia, MD 21046-1629
coventryschool@erols.com
www.thecoventryschool.com
410-381-1800
Services: Group classes, puppy parties, KPT, beginners, intermediate, agility, freestyle, flyball, Rally-O, private lessons, day camp, puppy central.
Tressa Everts
Professor of Paws (K-9)
Silver Spring, MD 20903
bluedevilalumni@aol.com
www.professorofpaws.com
443-995-8907
Services: Small group and private in-home lessons. Rover reform classes. Serving Maryland, Virginia & DC.
Look What I Can Do! Dog Training
Leslie Fisher Positive Dog Trainer Member APDT
AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator
www.lookwhaticandodogtraining.com
lookwhaticando@zoominternet.net
443-350-6820
410-658-2427
A business dedicated to teaching the family pet Good Manners with safe and humane methods of Clicker Training and Positive Reinforcement. Instruction is human friendly too! Private and Group Lessons are available, as well as Behavior Modification for common Behavioral Problems. Serving communities within a 25 miles radius of Calvert area of Cecil County MD. Further travel entails gas mileage fees.
Sabine Hentrich
Four Positive Paws, LLC
Greenbelt, MD 20770
fourpositivepaws@verizon.net
www.fourpositivepaws.com
301 580 0988
Services: We coach owners to train their dogs using positive, people and dog- friendly methods that make learning fun! We specialize in training pet dogs. In-home private training and behavior modification in Northern Prince George’s and Southern Montgomery County, MD. Behavioral Consultations and group classes in Lanham, MD
Kim Kilmer
Fairwayfox Dog Training
Fariwayfoxdogtraining@comcast.net
www.fariwayfoxdogtraining.com
443-944-7522
Services: Fairwayfox Dog Training is based in Salisbury, MD and serves the Eastern Shore of Maryland and surrounding areas. Training consultations are offered throughout the Eastern Shore area and phone consults are available nationwide. We specialize in Behavior Modification; all breed training for all levels of Obedience and Agility as well as Pet Therapy Training. We offer unique programs for both the pet owner and those interested in or currently showing their dogs.
Kathryn Malcolm
Canine Character, LLC
info@caninecharacter.com
(301)639-6536
At Canine Character, we are committed to using only gentle, dog-friendly techniques to solve even the most challenging behavior issues. We combine an understanding of canine behavior with scientifically-based training techniques to get results reliable enough for canine athletes, working dogs, and of course, family pets. Classes and consultations available Frederick, MD.
Victoria Schade, CPDT
Good Dog! Training
www.gooddogobedience.com
victoria@gooddogobedience.com
703-862-9079
Services: Private, in-home clicker training with a focus on pet dog manners, and having fun with your dog! Victoria is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer, and rated one of the DC area's top trainers by the readers of Washingtonian Magazine.
Deborah Winkler CPDT
Dog Ears and Paws Inc. / Humane Domain
Sykesville, MD 21784
debbiew@dogearsandpaws.com
www.dogearsandpaws.com
410-655-2858
Services: General public, obedience, behavior modification, assistance and service dog training. Apprenticeships and internships available.
Laurie Luck CPDT
Smart Dog University, LLC
Mount Airy, MD 21797
laurie@smartdoguniversity.com
www.smartdoguniversity.com
240-848-3468
Services: Clicker training for puppies and adult dogs. Group classes or limited private sessions. Training made fun!
MASSACHUSETTS
Kelley BollenAnimal Alliances
Easthampton, MA 01027
kelleybollen@animalalliances.com
www.animalalliances.com
413-527-9475
Services: Private Behavior Consultations. Private and small group dog training.
Gail Martin, CPDT
Methuen, MA 01844
gailsaussies@comcast.net
978-687-1405
Services: Pet dog obedience, puppy manners through advanced skills,problem solving, private consultations, CGC Evaluator, boarding.
Kathleen Buckley CPDT
Canine Mastery
Seekonk, MA 02771
pupmum@cox.net
www.caninemastery.com
508-399-5867
Services: Classes for basic manners, puppies, behavior problems, competition options include agility, breed handling, flyball, freestyle, frisbee, competition obedience, Rally-O.
Jo Jacques
WiggleBums!
Salem, MA
http://www.wigglebums.com/index.html
Julie Rembrandt Seeley CPDT
Four Paws Academy
Boxborough, MA 01719
julie@fourpawsacademy.com
www.fourpawsacademy.com
978-263-8898
Services: Clicker training for puppy/pet obedience, competition obedience, agility, rally, and conformation. Behavior consults and private lessons available.
Anne Springer
Paws for Praise, LLC
119 Liberty St., 2nd Floor
Danvers, MA 01923
pawsforpraise@verizon.net
(978) 356-7667
Services: Puppy through advanced and specialty classes. Tiny Tykes classes for small dogs, AKC Canine Good Citizen/Therapy Dog, "Rocket Recall", Tricks, etc.
MICHIGAN
Janet A. SmithCapital Area Humane Society
Lansing, MI 48906-9139
jsmith@cahs-lansing.org
517-626-6821 x24
Services: Group classes, private lessons and training, behavior problem consultations.
Lisa Ferrari, CPDT
GOOD DOG! Canine Behavior Center
Livonia, MI 48150-3324
lferrari@twmi.rr.com
www.gooddogfun.com
734-779-WOOF
Services: Private, positive, in-your-home training for manners, obedience, and behavior problems.
CJ Bentley, CPDT
Michigan Humane Society Pet Education Center
Rochester Hills, MI 48309
cjbentley@michiganhumane.org
www.michiganhumane.org
248-650-1059
Services: Group class instruction, private lessons, private behavior consultations and behavior seminars.
Marti Bautel
Happy Howls
Williamsburg, MI 49690
happyhowls@chartermi.net
www.happyhowls.com
231-267-5418
Services: In-home, gentle, positive clicker training for a well-mannered pet. Pet sitting and behavior problem assistance.
MINNESOTA
Becky Schultz, CPDTwww.animalhumanesociety.org
Minneapolis, MN
MISSOURI
Kelly BenbowPawsitive Solutions Dog Training
Belton, MO 64012
kcdogtraining@aol.com
www.pawsitivesolutionskc.com
816-694-5047
Services: Group, private, & in-kennel obedience training, problem solving, and behavior modification. Use of clicker and positive reinforcement.
MONTANA
Sarah GibsonGeneration Canine
Missoula, MT 59802
generationk9@blackfoot.net
www.generationcanine.com
406-543-2633
Services: Offering basic manners, puppy socialization and training, private lessons and advanced classes.
Jackie Loeser CPDT
Riverbend Dog Sports, Inc.
Stevensville, MT 59870
jackie@blackdog.cc
www.blackdog.cc
406-686-4948
Services: Clicker training, puppy classes, private lessons, behavior counseling, agility and flyball training.
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Ann W. Firestone,DogSense In-Home Training and Behavior Service
South Acworth, NH 03607
Annimule@sover.net
603-835-2971
Services: Fun, positive, motivational training for the whole family. Group classes, private sessions.
NEW JERSEY
Pamela DennisonPositive Motivation Dog Training
Blairstown, NJ 07825-2113
dennison2002@earthlink.net
www.positivedogs.com
908-459-5244
Services: Purely positive methods, clicker, puppy K thru competition, Rally-O, behavior problems including aggression.
Adrienne Carson
Busy Paws, LLC
Harmony, NJ 08865
adriennecarson@aol.com
www.busypaws.net
908-454-5253
Services: Board and train available using positive methods. SFSPCA CC graduate, ITC graduate. CPDT and CDBC. Many years experience. Call or email for more information. Group classes at St. Hubert's and Busy Paws privates throughout Morris, Warren and Hunterdon.
Stephanie Geisel Aberdeen
NJ 07747-2500
wags@woofs2wags.com
732-778-4555
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Karen London, Ph.D., CPDTUpper Valley Humane Society
Enfield, NH 03748
karen@uvhs.org
www.uvhs.org
603-448-6888
Services: Specializing in serious behavioral problems including aggression.
Ann W. Firestone, CPDT
DogSense In-Home Training and Behavior Service
South Acworth, NH 03607
Annimule@sover.net
603-835-2971
Services: Fun, positive, motivational training for the whole family. Group classes, private sessions.
NEW MEXICO
Dani WeinbergDogs & Their People
Albuquerque, NM 87114-4048
daniw@earthlink.net
505-898-7568
Services: Clicker training, behavior consultation, therapy dogs and assistance dogs. Training for trainers and instructors.
Mary Leatherberry, CPDT
GoodDog! Training
Santa Fe, NM 87501
mary@gooddogsantafe.com
www.gooddogsantafe.com
505-984-9831
Services: Group classes. Private training. Behavior consultation.
NEW YORK
Jolanta BenalThe Educated Puppy ... and Dogs, Too
Brooklyn, NY 11218
jbenal@earthlink.net
www.educatedpuppy.com
718-499-1551
Services: Manners training and behavioral counseling; dog-friendly methods grounded in science.
Rikke Brogaard, CPDT
Rikke Brogaard's Positive Dog Training
Brooklyn, NY 11205
riksan@earthlink.net
www.rikkebdogtraining.com
917-821-6752
Services: Good Manners training. Behavior Modification. Puppy Training. Dog/child/new baby counseling
Paula Fletcher
NYC Metro Area
Gramercy Bark phfletch@aol.com
917-686-8287
Dawn Prentiss, CPDT
Semper Fido
Brooklyn, NY 11215-3908
info@semperfidony.com
www.semperfidony.com
718-832-4806
Services: Private training and behavioral consultations, Group classes, CGC Testing, Therapy Dog Certification.
Herschel Goldwasser
Dogs Love Mailmen
Garrison, NY 10524-3919
hbar51@earthlink.net
845-424-3153
Helen Hollander, CPDT
The Educated Pup,LLC
Lawrence, NY 11559-2816
k9tutor@aol.com
516-569-6574
Services: Private in-home pet dog obedience training (puppies - adult dogs), housetraining and total management for puppies - adult dogs, behavior modification and counseling.
Andrea Arden, CPDT
Andrea Arden Dog Training
New York, NY 10011
info@AndreaArden.com
www.AndreaArden.com
212-414-9597
Services: Group and private lessons for puppies, adults, behavior problem solving, tricks, CGC, therapy dogs and more!
Diane Whitney, CPDT
My Best Friend Training
Utica, NY 13501-5818
Diandogs@aol.com
315-797-0461
Services: Individual behavior training in-home, private and semi-private lessons, classes held seasonally.
NORTH CAROLINA
Ann IsenhourBow Wow Boutique
Gastonia, NC 28056-8556
eisenhour@carolina.RR.com
www.bowwowboutique.net
704-824-3684
Services: Private training sessions, group manners classes, grooming.
Beth Brock, PMCT #0801
Fetching Manners, LLC.
Blowing Rock, NC 38605
maandpaws@bellsouth.net
Lisa Waggoner
Cold Nose College
Murphy, NC 28906
lisa@coldnosecollege.com
www.coldnosecollege.com
828-644-9148
Services: Specializing in effective, reward-based clicker training for the family dog to help them become well-behaved companions and family members. We offer in-home training, small group classes and behavior modification within the Tri-state area of North Carolina
Maggie Blutreich CPDT
Bravo! Force Free Training
Wingate, NC 28174
Mblutreich@carolina.rr.com
www.home.carolina.rr.com/bravominoan
704-282-4947
Services: Private and class instruction, puppies-adults. Conformation, obedience, behavior counsel, clicker training, public education.
OHIO
Carole Lawson CPDTClassic Academy of Canine Learning
Berea, OH 44017 carolenbru@earthlink.net
www.classick9academy.com
216-362-9663
Services: Group obedience and behavior modification classes. Clicker training, Rally obedience. Agility and freestyle dancing.Difficult dog classes.
Ginger Alpine CPDT
Alpine's Canine Training Inc.
Columbia Station, OH 44028-9557
alpinesk9@yahoo.com
440-236-9083
Services: I am a graduate of The San Francisco SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers. I offer in-home behavior modification and classes in the Cleveland Ohio area. I have been training dogs for over 10 years now and I love teaching people to have fun and enjoy their dogs.
Kenneth McCort
Four Paws Animal Behavior Services
Doylestown, OH 44230
kmccort@neo.rr.com
330-658-3647
Services: Individual programs of behavior modification and training, dogs, cats and birds.
Susan Geers-Meiners, CPDT
Bethel, OH 45106-8483
dogwood.acres@fuse.net
513-734-7358
Services: Behavior problems, private lessons, 4H advisor. Obedience, agility, handling.
Rachel Friedman
A Better Pet LLC
Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
rachel@abetterpet.com
www.abetterpet.com and www.har-vest.com
216-321-7654
Services: Private/group clicker trianing. Service dog trainer. Product sales. Inventor, Har-Vest™ Working Dog Harness Vest.
Melissa Bussey, CPDT
Training Tracks Canine Learning Station
College Corner, OH 45003
trainingtracks@earthlink.net
www.trainingtracks.net
513-523-9663
Services: Clicker training -- group and private lessons; in-home available; behavioral modification. Puppy HeadStart through Advanced Obedience; CGC testing.
Jeff Silverman, CPDT
Training Tracks Canine Learning Station
College Corner, OH 45003
rams_dog@yahoo.com
513-523-9663
Services: Private lessons on strategies for training basic manners and modification of problem behavior. Group classes for puppies and 3 levels of obedience. Consulting services and staff training for shelters and veterinarians.
PENNSYLVANIA
Alison Kay Brown, M.Ed., CPDTGreat Companions
Allentown, PA 18104-3848
tanacacia@aol.com
www.greatcompanions.info
610-737-1550
Services: Group and private lessons (puppy, levels 1 and 2), Rally-O, behavioral consultations, CGC and Therapy Dog Preparedness, agility, reactive dog classes.
Melinda Berger, CPDT
Dream Dogs LLC
Newtown, PA 18940-1177
melindab@comcast.net
www.dreamdogsonline.com
215-906-9229
Services: Puppy Head Start, Family Dog Manners, CGC, Clicker Training, Behavior Modification. Private Inhome Training
Ellen Brown
Joyous Dog Training
Montgomery County, PA
http://www.joyousdog.com
Dede Crough
Give a Dog a Break
dede@giveadogabreak.com
Glen Moore, PA
Bonnie Hess, ABCDT
Faithful Companion Dog Training
Lancaster, PA
http://www.faithful-companion.com
Leslie McDevitt MLA CDBC CPDT
Philadelphia/Montgomery Co. PA,
email info@controlunleashed.net
Web: www.controlunleashed.net
Author of Control Unleashed: Creating a Focused and Confident Dog Services: private behavior consults, clicker training, reactive dogs a specialty; group classes for reactive agility dogs.
Jean L. Tomaselli-Dawkins CPDT (Certified Pet Dog Trainer with CCPDT)
Student Mentor ABC (Animal Behavioral College)
Director/Canine Liaisons Behavior & Training Service
PO Box 932
Langhorne, PA 19047
215-802-6023
www.CanineLiaisons.com
WhattaPup Dog Training Service
19 Haven Hill Lane
Nescopeck, Pa. 18635
570-350-3766
Email mjmoss4dogs@yahoo.com
Serving Luzerne, Columbia, and Montour Counties in Pennsylvania For the Good Dog in Your Dog! All positive training methods used in-home, in puppygarten socialization classes, or Jr. Dog Manners Classes. Canine Good Citizen evaluation preparation and testing offered. MJ Moss has education and psychology background and experience, and can help you help your dog live comfortable with you and yours.
TENNESSEE
Katherine RollinsAll Creatures Country Club
Greeneville, TN 37743-7266
kat@greatandsmall.net
www.greatandsmall.net
423-552-1416
Services: Schooling the sociable doggie through positive methods. Behavior modification. Help with choosing the right family companion. Problem assesments.
Megan Eberly Rollins, CPDT
The Pawsitive Connection
Hixson, TN 37343
megan@thepawsitiveconnection.com
www.thepawsitiveconnection.com
423-877-4099
Dorothy Sherer
Command Performance
Lenoir City, TN 37772-5319
kenshergld@aol.com
865-986-6248
Services: Puppy and basic training classes, private lessons, limited behavioral consultation.
Peg Dawson Harrington
The Happy Hound
Nashville, TN 37204-3220
harringtonhound@mindspring.com
615-383-2476
Sindy Scalfi
Canines & Guardians
Nashville, TN 37205
bumprose@aol.com
615-799-7988
Services: Positive methods only. Enjoyable private in-home training and group classes. Also serving Williamson County area.
Mary Brewer, CPDT
The Pawsitive Pooch Behavior & Training Center
Smyrna, TN 37167
info@thepawsitivepooch.com
www.thepawsitivepooch.com
615-519-5721
Services: Manners, Puppy, CGC, Therapy Dog Classes.
TEXAS
Jill Carter Champet CPDTA Dog's Eye View
Austin, TX 78748-5731
mail@aDogsEyeView.com
www.aDogsEyeView.com
512-517-3647
Services: Group classes--basic level good manners and puppy kindergarten, private lessons.
Beverly Hebert
Holly's Den
Houston, TX
http://www.hollysden.com/
Margaret Johnson CPDT
The Humaner Trainer Inc.
Austin, TX 78737-3818
humanertrainer@austin.rr.com
512-301-6886
Services: Group and private lessons; behavior counseling (including aggression and phobias), dog-friendly, reward-based methods.
Susan Smith CPDT
Raising Canine
Austin, TX 78701
sue@raising-canine.com
www.raising-canine.com
512-262-7103
Services: Reward-based training and behavior counseling, private or group classes.
Joan Guertin
Common Sense Dog Training
Mabank, TX 75156-9109
jbguertin@aol.com
www.joanbquertin.com
903-887-3803
Services: Classes, house calls, trainer seminars, behavior consultation, dogs for hearing impaired, training for special events, commercials and stage. Agility, Rally-O, & Trainer Apprentice Program. Training in Branson as well as Springfield.
Marlene Ring CPDT
Pawsitive Solutions Dog & Puppy Training
San Antonio/Boerne, TX 78006
ringsley@earthlink.net
830-981-5003
Services: Professional dog and puppy training using clickers and positive techniques. In-home sessions, classes, board & train, and behavior modification programs. Serving San Antonio and Boerne areas. Cell 210-410-7271
Beverly Hebert
Holly's Den
Sugar Land, TX 77479
monty@hollysden.com
www.hollysden.com
281-300-6015
Services: Positive puppy preschool and basic classes. Private lessons and behavioral counseling.
Kristin M. Dworsky
Austin, TX 78749
kristin@cedarfever.com
512-656-8333
Services: Dog Manners and Puppy Kindergarten group classes, private training and behavior modification.
VIRGINIA
Roz FerberAll About Dogs, Inc.
Alexandria, VA 22311
ferbers@cox.net
www.allaboutdogsinc.com
202-283-9592
Services: Professional dog training for family pets; puppy parties, shy dog classes, basic obedience training, behavior problem solving.
Michele Carra
Doggone Leash!
Winchester, VA
http://www.doggoneleash.com
Deven Gaston
Canine Campus
Charlottesville, VA 22936
deven@caninecampus.com
www.caninecampus.com
434-975-1050
Services: Reward-based clicker training in small group classes or in-home, private lessons.
Tara McLaughlin CPDT
GoodDog! Training
Charlottesville, VA 22903
tara@gooddog-training.com
www.gooddog-training.com
434-293-5836
Services: Reward-based-training/clicker training. In-home private lessons and behavioral consultations. Small group classes, Puppies, Basic - Advanced Obedience, Canine Good Citizen, Fun Agility, Rally-O, Therapy Dogs. Licensed Delta Society Pet Partners evaluator.
Steven Divita
Bone-Up Dog Obedience Training Inc.
Chesapeake, VA 23323
boneupdogs@hotmail.com
www.bone-up.com
757-535-4748
Carole Peeler CPDT
C&C PALS
Falls Church, VA 22042-7536
ccpals@earthlink.net
www.positiveK9training.com
703-876-0284
Services: Small group classes, clicker training, puppy socialization, multiple level obedience and conformation classes. Also Intro Agility Classes. In-home behavior consultations.
Colleen Pelar, CPDT
All About Dogs, Inc.,
Woodbridge, VA
http://www.livingwithkidsanddogs.com/
Victoria Schade, CPDT
Good Dog! Training
www.gooddogobedience.com
victoria@gooddogobedience.com
703-862-9079
Services: Private, in-home clicker training with a focus on pet dog manners, and having fun with your dog! Victoria is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer, and rated one of the DC area's top trainers by the readers of Washingtonian Magazine.
Dawn Sylvia-Stasiewicz
Merit Puppy Training LLC
Hume, VA 22639-1729
MeritPuppy@aol.com
www.MeritPuppy.com
703-915-3635
Services: Private training, group classes for dogs of all ages, behavioral consultations, boarding available for special cases. All group classes are held in Washington, DC. Serving Virginia, Maryland and Northern Virginia Metro area.
Janis Charbeneau
Chesapeake Canine Connection
Kilmarnock, VA 22482
pegasusmit@rivnet.net
804-435-6281
Services: Private training sessions.
Colleen Pelar CPDT
All About Dogs, Inc.
Springfield, VA 22153-1018
jcpelar@verizon.net
www.allaboutdogsinc.com
703-497-7878
Services: Professional dog training for family pets: puppy parties, Rowdy Rover classes, temperament evaluations, basic obedience training, and behavior problem solving.
Miriam Fields-Babineau
Training Unlimited
Stafford, VA 22554-2248
totalpetz1@aol.com
www.miriamfields.com
540-659-8858
Services: Behavior modification, obedience training, animal actors, manufacturer of Comfort Trainer head halter and All-in-One training leash. Author of Dog Training with a Head Halter, Multiple Dog Households, Raising Dogs the Natural Way, Cat Training in 10 min.
Donna Tolliver-Walker
Canine Connections
Sutherland, VA 23885-8737
enhance@eudoramail.com
804-586-2130
Services: Basic dog training, group & individual; canine sports & games; canine trigger point myotherapy
Erich Krause, CPDT
For Your Dog
Highland Springs, VA 23075
rottk94me@cs.com
804-737-1104
Services: Home schooling for dogs to include: Obedience, behavior issues, competition, and pet sitting in Highland Springs, Richmond, and surrounding areas.
WASHINGTON D.C.
Penelope Brown, CPDTPhi Beta K-9 School for Dogs
Washington, DC 20009
202 986 1147
swamidogs@earthlink.net
Victoria Schade, CPDT
Good Dog! Training
www.gooddogobedience.com
victoria@gooddogobedience.com
703-862-9079
Services: Private, in-home clicker training with a focus on pet dog manners, and having fun with your dog! Victoria is a Certified Pet Dog Trainer, and rated one of the DC area's top trainers by the readers of Washingtonian Magazine.
WASHINGTON
Ann R. HowieHuman-Animal Solutions
Olympia, WA 98516-2142
HumanAnimalSolutions@comcast.net
www.HumanAnimalSolutions.com
360-493-2586
Services: Clicker training instruction for manners, therapy dog skills, service animal skills (limited). Private lessons. Therapy animal testing. Pet & service dog selection.
Terry Ryan, CPDT CPDT
Legacy Canine Behavior & Training Inc.
Sequim, WA 98382-5080
terry@legacycanine.com
www.legacycanine.com
360-683-1522
Services: Community training seminar classes, 8-day instructor courses, camps, residential vet/training/grooming complex for internships.
Kathy Sdao
Bright Spot Dog Training
Tacoma, WA 98407-5602
sdao@harbornet.com
253-752-2094
Services: Problem behavior consultations, private lessons, group seminars and classes.
Grisha Stewart, CPDT, M.A.
Ahimsa Dog Training
Seattle, WA 98107
info@ahimsadogtraining.com
www.DoggieZen.com
206-718-5073
Services: Train tiny puppies or older dogs with clicker training! Group classes and private lessons based on Learning Theory for behavior modification and training, along with bi-weekly puppy play times. We offer small dog play & classes and weekday classes, too!
WISCONSIN
Sarah Kalnajs B.A, CDBC, CPDTBlue Dog Training & Behavior
Madison, WI.
608-213-5304
www.bluedogtraining.com
Certified Dog Behavior Consultant #145, IAABC
Certified Pet Dog Trainer, CCPDT
Author of "Language of Dogs" and "Am I Safe?" DVD series.
