Owner/Trainer

After years of volunteering and fostering for a local animal rescue, I started noticing some patterns. Adolescent aged dogs were in abundance. Adolescence is the age where dogs start to mature and if not given enough structure and boundaries through guidance, they will start to challenge their pack for leadership. The “Pack” being the humans that they live with. Without proper guidance you may start to see behavioral issues. Behavioral issues are the number one reason dogs end up in shelters and unfortunately, in some cases are euthanized. It was this experience that motivated me to become a dog trainer so that I could help more of these dogs stay in their homes. My certifications include CRBT-RBBM, Relationship Based Trainer- Relationship Based Behavior Modification, through the Canine-Human Relationship Institute, located in Blue Ridge Texas. ABCDT, Certification through the Animal Behavior College. CYNX-L, Cynopraxis/Principles of LIMA  and am also certified in CPR and First Aid for Pets. I  continue my education by attending seminars and lectures annually from the most respected trainers and animal behavior specialists. In doing so I can help more animals remain in their homes.

The goal here at REHAB Dog Training is to Rehabilitate your dog and to Educate dog owners on methods to obtain Healthy Acceptable Behavior.

A healthy relationship is what most strive for when living with your dog. I can help you reach that potential by showing  you how to improve your relationship that both you and your dog deserve. I will help you do this by showing you how to become more relevant to your dog trough relationship based training. A more fulfilling type of relationship that will create a happier life for you and your dog. This will help resolve the issues you are experiencing so that you can have a happy and harmonious relationship. Patience, clarity, consistency and proper techniques are integral to the success of your dogs training.

One of the main reasons dogs end up in shelters is due to behavioral issues that have not been addressed. Puppies are cute but then they grow up and become “Adolescents”. Along with this growth comes the mischievous behavior that if not handled in a timely manner or if handled incorrectly can be detrimental your pet. After the Adolescent stage comes the “Adulthood” stage where your dog comes into their own. If you have created a healthy relationship the transition from one stage to another will occur with little to no evidence. If not you may see unwanted behaviors that can make it difficult to live with your dog. Some of the issues that you may experience are jumping, mouthing, barking, bolting, aggressive tendencies, resource guarding or any number of issues that you may deem inappropriate.

Success is achieved when dogs and their humans can live together in harmony. By doing so it reduces the number of dogs that are turned into shelters or re-homed. Each year approximately 3 million dogs enter animal shelters nationwide and of those approximately 390,00 are euthanized, which could have been prevented through proper education and training. REHAB Dog Training would like to help become a part of reducing that number. I can help more dogs remain in their homes by teaching them proper manners and in doing so will have achieved that goal. I have been successful with many dogs because of the tools that I utilized. With a structured program including foundation work I can help you alleviate the issues that you are experiencing with your dog.