Training is
Communication!
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Training your canine companion is one of the
best things you can do for your pet. Not only
does it help you and your pet bridge the
dog-human communication gap, but it will ensure
that you are spending time building a positive
and permanent relationship with your dog.
Positive reinforcement focused training is
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Positive
Reinforcement Training creates an effective
and understandable communication system with
your dog.
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Positive
Reinforcement Training sets expectations and
standards that both you and your dog can
live with.
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Positive
Reinforcement Training builds your dog’s
confidence and sharpens his decision-making
skills (yours too!).
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Positive
Reinforcement Training can help prevent
behavior problems from developing.
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Positive
Reinforcement Training can reinforce the
relationship balance among everyone in the
dog’s home group.
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Positive
Reinforcement Training creates a win-win
situation. Your dog wins by earning the good
things in life. You win by having a
well-behaved and stable dog.
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Purrfect Paws recommends that you do your
homework before choosing a trainer to coach you
and your dog through your training sessions. Not
all trainers are created equal. Make sure that
you choose a trainer or training facility that
requires trainer continuing educational
(learning theory, behavioral sciences)
and experience. We recommend a training
philosophy that encourages positive
reinforcement and working as a team with your
dog. We firmly believe that no individual should
have to learn through force-based or
pain-inducing methods.
All lead instructors at Purrfect Paws have been
certified as CPDT-KA since the following years:
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Miranda K.
Workman, CPDT-KA (2004)
Tracie Klusek,
CPDT-KA (2007)
Laurie Reagan,
CPDT-KA (2007)
Valarie
Singleton, CPDT-KA (2010)
Classes currently
offered: (Click on name
below to view descriptions
and prices.)
What is a CPDT-KA?
Click here to read
Why choose a CPDT-KA?
Click
here to read
What is the CCPDT?
Click here to read
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Testimonials
Glenn Diamond (Marni) -
I have been to may other
trainings, playgroups and
dog care groups. I have
never been to one where the
staff is so attentive to the
dogs and their owners. I
believe that if the staff at
Purrfect Paws could do this
for free, they would. I was
so comfortable here. Other
trainings I have felt
mixtures of stress and
nervousness. None of that
was here. I looked forward
to the classes and I think
Marni loves being here for
any types of event. I wish
you guys did boarding as
well. This will be my new
center for both of my dogs!
Thank you.
Amy Murdock (Sascha) -
I had tried a couple places
prior to finding Purrfect
Paws. I had left after a few
sessions. I found your
facility to be the best!
Your classes are well
organized and managed to
create a learning
environment. You turned me
onto positive reinforcement
and training with treats. A
philosophy I once didn’t
appreciate. Everyone is
helpful, knowledgeable and
caring. Thank you so much
for teaching Sascha, Dan and
I soooooo much!
To see what other had to
say,
click here.
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