I am a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant and trainer that specializes in resolving canine behavior issues. I am also a certified service and therapy dog trainer. My Skills:
• Licensed Guide Dog Orientation and Mobility Instructor (GDOMI) through the CA Dept. of Consumer Affairs State Guide Dog Board.
• Accredited Dog Trainer (ADT), certified through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants ((IAABC).
•. Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC), certified through the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC)
• Certified, Professional Member of Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT)
• Canine obedience and house behavior training (Specializing in positive reinforcement training -Clicker Training)
• Certified AKC Canine Good Citizen test evaluator and trainer
• Certified in Canine First Aid
• Teaching dog training and behavior techniques to others, including novice and experienced dog handlers
• Kennel Enrichment Specialist
• Service Animal Access Specialist
• Dynamic Public Speaker
Honors and Awards:
Guide Dog Users of California Humanitarian Award
Guide Dog Users of California
April 2006
In recognition of outstanding advocacy for guide dog handlers who have been victims of dog attacks and dog interference, and for leadership in the production of ‘Safe Travel for Working Teams- Enforce the Law” (video), and for years of effort in advancing the independence, safety and dignity of working teams. The Lori Sheppard Award
Guide Dogs for the Blind Alumni Association
September 2008
This is awarded to someone who has demonstrated Excellence in Advocacy to the Alumni (Active Guide Dog Users) of Guide Dogs for the Blind Inc.
