What is "Fear Free" in Dog Training?

     "Fear Free" in dog training is a science-based approach designed to prevent and reduce fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) in pets. It emphasizes positive reinforcement, gentle guidance, and environmental modifications to build trust and ensure emotional well-being, rather than using punishment-based techniques.

     ***I do not use aversive techniques or mechanisms. Examples include: shouting, loud noises, physical corrections (such as hitting, shaking, smacking or lead jerking), the application of aversive devices (such as spray bottles, electric/"vibrating" shock collars, prong collars, spray/citronella collars, choke chains and electric containment fences). These things are counter-productive to the Force-and-Fear-Free, Reward-Based concepts that I follow.

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What are the radius and mileage rates?

     After a twenty mile radius from my home address in College Township I charge the IRS Standard Mileage Rate.

 

​Do you board and train dogs?

     No, I don’t offer boarding and training. There are enormous benefits when you learn how to work with your dog, including building a stronger bond and mutual trust between you, confidence-building, and a feeling of real accomplishment. 

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Will my dog be "completely trained" at the end of the time we work together?

     Being “completely trained” is an unrealistic expectation, especially given the time frame we will be working together. What we cover you can "flesh out" over time after we establish a foundation together. 

Dogs learn through ACTion:                                     

                                              Association                    Without effort and practice you and your dog cannot expect to make progress. 

                                             Consistency

                                             Timing