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Stacey H. Pollio
completed a Professional State Certified Dog
Educator/Trainer Program which included experience
in: Problem
Solving, Behavior Modification, and Obedience
training. Her experience includes
AKC (American Kennel Club) Obedience
Competition, AKC Conformation, Agility,
Frisbee, Therapy Dogs
(www.tdi-dogs.org),
Temperament
Testing, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator
(www.akc.org),
Member of the German Shepherd Dog Club of America
(www.gdsca.org),
the Atlanta Kennel Club, and Member APDT (Association of Pet Dog
Trainers).
"Missile" and Stacey - Missile is a certified
Therapy Dog,
AKC Canine Good Citizen, titled AKC Obedience
Dog (CD), and
RinTinTin's
Great-great-great.…Grand-Daughter
Stacey and "Sam" - Sam is also a certified Therapy
Dog.
Sam was rescued from the
Humane Society of Hall County.
Training your dog is fun! A
competent instructor will encourage you and your
dog during training. In a well-run
training program, your dog will be enjoying the
time and
having a successful learning experience. Look
for an instructor who is approachable and who
encourages participants to have a good time. A
skilled instructor will: Provide a clear
explanation of each lesson; Demonstrate the behavior(s) that will be taught; Provide clear
instructions and written handouts; Give ample
time to practice lessons; and will assist individually
with proper implementation of techniques. You
should be comfortable with the training tools
and methods used by any instructor. A skilled
and professional trainer employs humane training
methods which are not harmful to the dog and/or
handler, and avoids practices such as hanging,
beating, kicking, shocking, and all similar
procedures or training devices that could cause
the dog great pain, distress, or that have
imminent potential for physical harm. You have
the absolute right to stop any trainer or other
animal care professional who, in your opinion,
is causing your dog undue harm or distress.
A conscientious trainer will
stay informed about innovations in dog training
and behavior tools and techniques. Check to see
if the instructor is a member of any educational
organizations such as the APDT, and whether he
or she pursues ongoing educational
opportunities. A good instructor will take care
to protect your dog’s health in a group setting.
Ask if dogs and puppies are required to be
vaccinated prior to class and, if so, which
vaccines are required. Make sure you and your
veterinarian are comfortable with the
vaccination requirements. Because of variables
in dog breeding and temperament and owner
commitment and experience, a trainer can not and
should not guarantee the results of his/her
training. However, an instructor can and should
be willing to ensure client satisfaction with
his/her professional service.
email:
info@alphaobedience.com
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