Dee's Training Philosophy
The essential concept of dog training is to create a language that humans and dogs can both understand. Effective communication, once learned, will make life more enjoyable for the two species to co-exist. Dogs are not born knowing how to live in our human world; we must guide them and teach them.
Every dog's personality is unique and has different learning abilities and motivations - therefore, dog training is most effective when you can be flexible. Your trainer will customize a training plan based on your dog's individual needs and your training goals. There is no magical solution to change unwanted behavior. For the best long term result, you must be willing to continue the reinforcement over the dog's lifetime.
In order to properly motivate a dog, you must provide incentive. When adequately rewarded for the task performed, dogs are much more willing to repeat that behavior in the future. We mainly use "positive reinforcement" based techniques, along with a holistic approach considering physical health, nutrition and instinctual drives.
Our trainers adhere to the “LIMA” protocol. The International Association of Animal Behavioral Consultants (IAABC) states that "LIMA is an acronym for the phrase 'least intrusive, minimally aversive.' LIMA describes a trainer or behavior consultant who uses the least intrusive, minimally aversive strategy out of a set of humane and effective tactics likely to succeed in achieving a training or behavior change objective. LIMA adherence also requires consultants to be adequately educated and skilled in order to ensure that the least intrusive and aversive procedure is used."
We will treat your dog like a member of your family. None of our trainers will use remote electric collars or "shock" collars, and we do not recommend prong or choke collars. There is a better way!
Still have questions? Visit our FAQ page or contact us today!
Every dog's personality is unique and has different learning abilities and motivations - therefore, dog training is most effective when you can be flexible. Your trainer will customize a training plan based on your dog's individual needs and your training goals. There is no magical solution to change unwanted behavior. For the best long term result, you must be willing to continue the reinforcement over the dog's lifetime.
In order to properly motivate a dog, you must provide incentive. When adequately rewarded for the task performed, dogs are much more willing to repeat that behavior in the future. We mainly use "positive reinforcement" based techniques, along with a holistic approach considering physical health, nutrition and instinctual drives.
Our trainers adhere to the “LIMA” protocol. The International Association of Animal Behavioral Consultants (IAABC) states that "LIMA is an acronym for the phrase 'least intrusive, minimally aversive.' LIMA describes a trainer or behavior consultant who uses the least intrusive, minimally aversive strategy out of a set of humane and effective tactics likely to succeed in achieving a training or behavior change objective. LIMA adherence also requires consultants to be adequately educated and skilled in order to ensure that the least intrusive and aversive procedure is used."
We will treat your dog like a member of your family. None of our trainers will use remote electric collars or "shock" collars, and we do not recommend prong or choke collars. There is a better way!
Still have questions? Visit our FAQ page or contact us today!
Meet the training team!![]() I began my career with animals in 2007 at Doguroo, a doggie daycare in Atlanta. I realized that working with dogs was my calling, so in 2010, I decided to become a certified dog trainer. In March of 2011, Clever Canidae was established. I initially began my business part-time while I continued to work at the daycare, but in April 2015, dog training became my full-time job.
I am on the board of directors for the Douglas County Humane Society and also volunteer at Douglas County Animal Services. Educating people about rescue and adoption, as well as advocating for shelter dogs, is a passion of mine.
Click here for more information about adopting a shelter dog and low cost veterinary services.
In Memory"If love could have saved you, you would have lived forever." -unknown Dakota, Jackson and Montana are our beloved departed fur babies. Each one was unique and special to us and will never be forgotten!
“Grief is like the ocean; it comes on waves ebbing and flowing. Sometimes the water is calm, and sometimes it is overwhelming. All we can do is learn to swim.” – Vicki Harrison |
Meet our pack!![]() Denver is a Cattledog/Husky mix we adopted from the Douglas County Animal Shelter in March of 2016. He is super smart and his favorite activities include hunting (nosework), hiking, and chasing/herding his brother, Phoenix! He is my "assistant" dog trainer, helping me with client sessions and he is also a great protector of our pack!
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