From Business: Why Choose Penn Foster? • Penn Foster offers a variety of online veterinary and pet care programs. • A Veterinary Academy that is one of the leading animal health…

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3. Pro-Train-Service Dog Training ONLY

Serving the Macon Area.

(858) 376-3114

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From Business: One of the founders of the California Kennel Association, Mark Castillero has been the Director of Training for Pro-Train since 1978. Mr. Castillero is eminently …

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4. Charming Pooch Dog Training

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216 Dennard LnDry Branch, GA 31020

(816) 812-3144

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Wow! My dogs and I LOVE Alexis. She offers both the balanced training and positive reinforcement. After a pre assessment she determined that we wo…

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5. SouthHaven Dog Services

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296 Haddock DrHaddock, GA 31033

(478) 251-0756

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He is only training now as a "Rescue Fundraiser" in Jones County. This is not a board and train rather, a train the owner to train/handle the dog. C…

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6. Anelanai Dog Training

103 Wynn WayWarner Robins, GA 31088

(478) 956-3253

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7. Braun's K/9

366 Kings Rd SEMilledgeville, GA 31061

(478) 453-0781

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How does a dog get therapy-dog certification?

In order to be certified as a therapy dog or emotional support dog, animals need to receive an evaluation/written designation from a licensed health professional: social worker, physician, psychiatrist typically. As for service dogs, which are allowed to accompany their owners into most businesses and pet-restricted areas, they can receive training, certifications, and registrations from several organizations such as TDI and United States Service Dog Registry. These certifications are not required by the Americans with Disabilities Act, but may streamline the process of getting a dog access to typically off-limits areas. Service dogs and therapy dogs are not the same thing. The same dog might fall into both categories, but therapy and emotional support animals are not recognized under the ADA.

What is the best training setup for aggressive dogs?

Aggressive behavior is the most common reason that people seek professional training for their dogs. Aggressive dogs require careful evaluation from a professional to accurately classify and diagnose the behavior. Puppies that display aggressive behavior are often diagnosed as undersocialized or hyperactive, and may evolve out of that behavior with regular obedience training. However, dogs with real aggression issues require specialized training from a behaviorist or trainer who understands genetic and hereditary factors, types of aggression, environmental factors and aggressive treatment methods. The number one suggestion when seeking an aggressive behavior specialist is to ask a trusted veterinarian. Dog rescues or other professionals may also have good referrals.

What if a dog fails obedience training?

If a dog doesn’t meet expectations at the end of a training course, it is as likely to be related to the training course or the pet owner as the dog. A recommended next step would be to carefully research more training methods and local trainers to find a program that is better suited to your dog. Another one is to consider whether lack of commitment, inconsistent at-home practice, or an inconsistent discipline/reward system may have undermined the training program.

What is the proper age to start obedience training?

Obedience training generally takes place at 6 months, but you can begin training a puppy to socialize with humans and other animals at 7-8 weeks.

What will a dog and owner both learn in a class?

Essentially, dogs learn to respond properly to basic commands in obedience class--and humans learn how to properly give those commands. Dogs and owners will also learn how to communicate with each other, and how to avoid distractions or disturbances from the outside. No matter which method of dog training is used, it is necessary to be consistent and committed in order to train a dog. Also, it’s important that a pet owner understand their dog’s temperament and hereditary factors, and find a class and method that is appropriate.