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Certified Dog Trainer - Cat and Reptile Training Too! - St. Louis, MO
Hi. I'm Becky (she/her/hers). I have my CPDT-KA certification, and over 4 years of experience with shy, fearful, feral, and other behaviorally struggling dogs of all breeds. In addition to my small group classes for manners, I am preparing to teach a fear and force free rattlesnake avoidance class in 2022. I've also done "clicker training" with some unusual species and can also help with domestic cats and exotic pets if you're struggling to keep the whole family happy.
My three dogs at home each have unique struggles to learn how to live comfortably in the human world. I would be happy to discuss how we can help your pets with theirs. Please contact me through Petworks. Have a great day!
- Certified
Pricing Packages
An hour in your home and yard to help you prepare to bring home a new dog or puppy. I will check your fencing/containment for hazards, can help choose or set up the new dog's initial decompression area, provide resources for possible behavior struggles new pet parents often see when bringing home a new family member, and help make a game plan for introductions to other pets and family members. This hour is designed to put the worries of a new pet parent at ease and answer all of those "Stupid Questions" that usually aren't stupid at all.
3 sessions spaced approximately every 2 weeks to address simple behavior struggles that just take a little mutual understanding and changed habits.
This series is designed for skills that the dog may need to learn like focus on walks, stationing/ "go to your bed" for in home management, recall work in a fenced yard, etc.
A walk in a mutually agreed-upon public area, such as local park or cemetery, during which we work on the dog's focus and social skills in a more stimulating environment than just their comfortable home or neighborhood.
Some neighborhoods just aren't good for some dogs; that's okay. Helping them learn what to do instead of what their instincts tell them to do in an over-stimulating situation can make walks in safe areas more enjoyable for everyone!
When helpful, one of our own dog-social, fully vaccinated dogs may join the session to serve as a "good example" or a polite, distant distraction in cases of reactivity.
4+ half hour sessions for the feral, fearful, shut down dog who needs a series of "small bites" in their home after a transition, change, health concern, or stressor to learn what is expected in their new situation.
Adopted a feral? I can help.
Adult dog lost after their doggie sibling goes to the Rainbow Bridge? I can help! Teaching and play have so many therapeutic benefits for our canine family members!
While I do not guarantee that you will never have another behavior concern again, I do consistently see improvement in dogs that are offered short, positive exposure to opportunities to make decisions and earn rewards.
Having a struggle with your reptile or pocket pet? I have years of experience with all types of "weird" pets, and positive reinforcement training works on them too!
At this session I would check your habitat temperatures and size, diet, etc against the accepted standards for that species to help decide whether a vet visit is warranted or not, as well as any modifications to their housing that may address the behavior challenge.
Please, no crocodilians, giant constrictors, or venomous/"hots".
How do you serve precious pets?
- Private Dog Training
- Animal Behaviorist
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- Dog Trainer
What training tools do you use?
- Back-clip Harness
- Barriers
- Clicker
- Front-clip Harness
- Leash
- Long Line
- Martingale Collar
- Muzzle
- Praise/Affection
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Pet Behavior Modification
- Dog Obedience Training
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Birds
- Cats
- Chinchillas
- Dogs
- Ferrets
- Fish
- Frogs
- Gerbils
- Goats
- Guinea Pigs
- Hamsters
- Hedgehogs
- Lizards
- Mice
- Parrots
- Rabbits
- Rats
- Snakes
- Turtles
On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
- 24 hours notice required
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
St. Louis, MO Metro area, inside The Loop.
What year did you begin serving pets?
Apprenticed in 2012. Certified in 2018.
How did you hone your craft?
I grew up with a difficult dog and never met an animal that didn't fascinate me. Eventually I realized teaching high schoolers wasn't where my heart really lies, but that the skills I picked up in the classroom are remarkably helpful for the "human" end of the leash in training scenarios. Learning how to teach two species at once was remarkably fun, though challenging at times.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
You are always part of the struggle, even as you are part of the solution. Take your own 'temperature', address *your* needs, then look at the animal.
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
I'm rather plain spoken but prone to dive too deeply into the nitty-gritty, nerdy, science stuff. Please don't expect some dry, boring ramble or be too offended if I slip in a 'grown up word' accidentally! We learn best in a fun, casual environment, which I try to provide while still being enthusiastic about the subject at hand.
How do you serve precious pets?
- Private Dog Training
- Animal Behaviorist
- Puppy Trainer
- Dog Obedience Training
- Dog Trainer
What training tools do you use?
- Back-clip Harness
- Barriers
- Clicker
- Front-clip Harness
- Leash
- Long Line
- Martingale Collar
- Muzzle
- Praise/Affection
- Toys
- Treats
Which training type do you employ to encourage paw-sitive behaviors?
- Pet Behavior Modification
- Dog Obedience Training
What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?
- Birds
- Cats
- Chinchillas
- Dogs
- Ferrets
- Fish
- Frogs
- Gerbils
- Goats
- Guinea Pigs
- Hamsters
- Hedgehogs
- Lizards
- Mice
- Parrots
- Rabbits
- Rats
- Snakes
- Turtles
On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?
- 20-39 lbs
- 40-79 lbs
- 80+ lbs
- under 20 lbs
Pet Certifications
- Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?
- 24 hours notice required
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
St. Louis, MO Metro area, inside The Loop.
What year did you begin serving pets?
Apprenticed in 2012. Certified in 2018.
How did you hone your craft?
I grew up with a difficult dog and never met an animal that didn't fascinate me. Eventually I realized teaching high schoolers wasn't where my heart really lies, but that the skills I picked up in the classroom are remarkably helpful for the "human" end of the leash in training scenarios. Learning how to teach two species at once was remarkably fun, though challenging at times.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
You are always part of the struggle, even as you are part of the solution. Take your own 'temperature', address *your* needs, then look at the animal.
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
I'm rather plain spoken but prone to dive too deeply into the nitty-gritty, nerdy, science stuff. Please don't expect some dry, boring ramble or be too offended if I slip in a 'grown up word' accidentally! We learn best in a fun, casual environment, which I try to provide while still being enthusiastic about the subject at hand.
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