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Bear is a 6 month-old Labradoodle.

 

Favorite Activity:
Joining the family for rides in the van.

 

Life's Ambition:
To wear all the shoes she has stolen.

 

Favorite Socialization Spot:
The children's bus stop.

 

OS Certified Trainer™:
Patti Hight of WOOFS! Dog Training Center LLC.

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OS Certified Trainer Directory

This website is for educational purposes only, to give the reader general information and a general understanding of dog training and puppy socialization.

The OS Certified Trainers mentioned on this site are independent service providers who have been invited to join Operation Socialization’s referral system because they understand the importance of puppy socialization and are committed to positive and scientific training and care methods and to professionalism, as evidenced by their willingness to submit to accreditation and/or certification programs and their pursuit of business excellence. However, Operation Socialization cannot be held responsible for their work and/or advice.

This website does not provide specific advice, and is not a substitute for seeking competent advice from a suitable dog trainer or animal behaviorist for your specific situation. You are solely responsible for the choices you make and any advice you choose to follow.

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  • Mary Gilbreth, PhD, OSCT, CPDT-KA

    Business: SMART DOGS
    Address: 347 W. Plumwood Road
    City: Van Buren
    State: AR
    Zip Code: 72956
    Phone: 479-474-1825
    Website: http://www.mysmartdogs.com
    Services Short Description:
    Open enrollment puppy classes, group classes, private instruction, behavioral consultations, clicker training, assistance/service dog training, CGC evaluations, Rally-O, Agility, AKC Obedience and Free puppy play group (6 mos. and under).
    Service Areas:
    AR: Van Buren, Ft. Smith, Alma, Greenwood, Fayetteville, Clarksville, Ozark, Booneville
    OK: Sallisaw, Wister, Vian, Muldrow, Pocola

  • Danielle Theule, OSCT, KPACTP, CPDT-KA

    Business: D.O.G. Technology Training & Behavior
    City: La Mesa
    State: CA
    Zip Code: 91941
    Phone: 619-994-8315
    Services Short Description:
    Group classes, private instruction, clicker training, in-home day training, behavioral consultations, assistance/service dog training, CGC evaluations, Rally-O, Agility and free puppy playgroup for pups 4 months and under (requires orientation).
    Service Areas:
    CA: San Diego County area (Southern CA)

  • Linda Michaels, OSCT, VSPDT

    Business: Linda Michaels, MA -- Victoria Stilwell Positively Dog Training
    City: San Diego
    State: CA
    Zip Code: 92130
    Phone: 858-259-9663
    Website: http://www.DogPsychologistOnCall.com
    Services Short Description:
    Private instruction, behavioral consultations, clicker training, CGC evaluations and in-home day training.
    Service Areas:
    San Diego coastal to Beverly Hills -- Del Mar, Solana Beach, Rancho Santa Fe, Encinitas, Cardiff by the Sea, Carlsbad, La Jolla, Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Laguna, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach.

  • Dawn Lowery, OSCT, CPDT-KA

    Business: One Smart Dog, LLC
    Address: --
    City: Ansonia
    State: CT
    Zip Code: 06401
    Phone: 203-209-3712
    Website: http://www.onesmartdogct.com
    Services Short Description:
    Group classes, private instruction, clicker training, in-home day training, behavioral consultations, CGC evaluations, agility.
    Service Areas:
    CT: Ansonia, Seymour, Shelton, Monroe, Milford, Orange & Derby.

  • Hedda Garland, OSCT, CPDT-KA, PMCT

    Business: School of Dogs, LLC
    Address: PO Box 5935
    City: Washington
    State: DC
    Zip Code: 20016
    Phone: 202-363-2310
    Website: http://www.schoolofdogs.com
    Services Short Description:
    Private instruction, behavioral consultations, clicker training, assistance/service dog training, in-home day training, kids classes & summer camps, Dogs & Storks™ presenter
    Service Areas:
    DC
    MD: Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Kensington, Silver Spring, Potomac, Rockville, Cabin John, Wheaton
    VA: Arlington

  • Kelly Spring, OSCT, CPDT-KA

    Business: Spring Training, LLC
    City: Washington
    State: DC
    Zip Code: 20015
    Phone: 202-664-4206
    Website: http://www.SpringTrainingForDogs.com
    Services Short Description:
    Private instruction, clicker training, in-home day training and behavioral consultations.
    Service Areas:
    DC
    MD: Montgomery County
    VA: Arlington County, Fairfax County, Alexandria

  • Holly Blakney, OSCT, VSPDT, CPDT-KA

    Business: Dog Training Academy of South Florida
    Address: 2280 SW 70th Avenue, Unit 4
    City: Davie
    State: FL
    Zip Code: 33317
    Phone: 954-916-8300
    Website: http://www.dtasfl.com
    Services Short Description:
    Open enrollment puppy classes, group classes, private instruction, behavioral consultations, clicker training, CGC evaluations, Board & Train, Rally-O, AKC Obedience, Agility, in-home day training, Tricks, Animal Actor and Flyball
    Service Areas:
    FL: Miami, Plantation, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Weston, Pembroke Pines, Sunrise, Coral Springs, Lavderhill, Davie, Tamarac, Parkland

  • Melanie Brittain, OSCT, KPA CTP

    Business: Pawsitively Purrfect Pet Concierge
    Address: 1957 Mann Road
    City: Douglasville
    State: GA
    Zip Code: 30134
    Phone: 404-309-6233
    Website: http://www.pawsitivelypurrfectfarm.com
    Services Short Description:
    Services: Group classes, open enrollment puppy classes, private instruction, behavioral consultations, clicker training, assistance/service dog training, CGC evaluations, Rally-O, Agility, board & train, Canine Freestyle and public appearances.
    Service Areas:
    Service Areas: GA: Douglasville, Hiram, Powder Springs, Villa Rica, Austell, Carrollton, Temple, Dallas, Whitesburg

  • Monique Williams, OSCT, CPDT-KA

    Business: ShadowMe Dog Training
    Address: 5515 Cathers Creek Drive
    City: Hiram
    State: GA
    Zip Code: 30141
    Phone: 770-655-3566
    Website: http://www.shadowmedogtraining.com
    Services Short Description:
    Group classes, open enrollment puppy classes, CGC evaluations, private instruction, behavioral consultations, Rally-O, AKC Obedience, clicker training
    Service Areas:
    Hiram, Kennesaw, Marietta, Douglasville, Dallas, Aeworth, Smyrna, Atlanta

  • Susan Giordano, OSCT, CPDT-KA, PMCT

    Business: K9U Training and Behavior Modification
    Address: 440 Waybridge Court, NE
    City: Kennesaw
    State: GA
    Zip Code: 30144
    Phone: 770-355-3523
    Website: http://www.k9utraining.com
    Services Short Description:
    Group classes, open-enrollment puppy classes, private instruction, behavioral consultations, clicker training, in-home day training.
    Service Areas:
    GA (Atlanta Proper and Metro Atlanta): North Marietta, Kennesaw, AcWorth, Roswell, Smyrna, Alpharetta.

  • Laura Monaco Torelli, OSCT, KPA CTP, CPDT-KA

    Business: Animal Behavior Training Concepts
    Address: 2242 West Harrison Street, Suite 101
    City: Chicago
    State: IL
    Zip Code: 60612
    Phone: 815-353-0014
    Website: http://ABTconcepts.com
    Services Short Description:
    Group sessions, open-enrollment puppy classes, private lessons (InHome and/or at Canine Education Center at Furnetic), behavior assessments, clicker training, in-home day training, CGC evaluations.
    Service Areas:
    Chicago

  • Julie Jacobus, OSCT, CPDT-KA

    Business: Training by Julie & Associates, LLC
    Address: 875 Forest Glen Road
    City: Lusby
    State: MD
    Zip Code: 20657
    Phone: 443-852-4912
    Website: http://www.trainingbyjulie.com
    Services Short Description:
    Group classes, open enrollment puppy classes, CGC evaluations, private instruction, behavioral consultations, Rally-O, Agility, free puppy play group (maximum age allowed is 6 months)
    Service Areas:
    DC
    MD: Upper Marlboro, Waldorf, Prince Frederick, Solomons, Lexington Park, Owings, Dunkirk, Rockville, Bethesda, Mechanicsville, Hughesville, Leonardtown, Great Mills, Pax River, Clinton, Bowie, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring, King George, La Plata, Huntingtown
    VA: Arlington, Alexandria
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