FAQs

Recent statistics show a continuous worldwide growth in the dog population. America leads the list with an estimate of nearly 80 million pet dogs at present and continual evidence that the number will continue to increase. These are just a few reasons qualified dog trainers are in demand. Here are some of the other reasons:

• While everyone wants a “best friend,” few owners have the time, patience or knowledge to train their own pet.
• The internet often does not have the answers to assist dog owners with their dog’s specific behavior and training goals. While there is a wealth of valuable training and behavior information available online and in social media, this information does not apply to all types of dogs and every situation. It is also difficult for well-intentioned dog owners to sort through the huge amount of and often conflicting information. A knowledgeable dog trainer can assist by assessing the specifics of the individual dog and situation and then provide specific options best suited to the individual dog and family.
• When dog owners become frustrated with their dog’s bad habits, they frequently seek advice from their veterinarian. Veterinarians often do not have experience or time to deal with many types of dog behavior and training goals. Veterinarians are eager to find reputable and knowledgeable dog trainers to recommend helping clients.
• While breed clubs serve a good purpose in promoting breeds and maintaining the breed standards, their training sessions are generalized and classes often have 10-30 dogs at one time. While helpful for some dogs and owners, very little individual attention is possible. Dogs often remain untrained and the owners are left feeling frustrated.
• While group classes are helpful for some dogs and their owners, many dogs and owners do not receive the personal attention they deserve and require. In a group atmosphere, it can sometimes be difficult to fully address each individual dog owner’s concerns or a dog’s problems. Professional trainers should be qualified to determine if training is best suited to be done in a group or one-on-one basis. It is sometimes more beneficial to participate in group sessions later in a dog’s training to assist the owner and dog with distraction and socialization training.
• While breed clubs serve a good purpose in promoting breeds and maintaining the breed standards, their training sessions are generalized and classes often have 10-30 dogs at one time. While helpful for some dogs and owners, very little individual attention is possible.  Dogs often remain untrained and the owners are left feeling frustrated.
• While there are some novice trainers who train a few dogs as a hobby, the average dog owner needs much more help than today’s novice trainer can provide.
• Because a family’s security is a concern in some parts of the United States and the world, many families choose large breeds of dogs for their protective instincts. These dogs need to be properly socialized and trained with the assistance of a professional to prevent them from becoming a liability.
• Improper breeding and lack of proper socialization and training cause many behavioral problems in dogs. Since there are no laws in America governing the genetics of breeding, individuals are free to breed anything they care to and due to this, many undesirable traits surface in the breeds. These undesirable traits may lead to behavior problems. These behaviors must be understood and then modified with the assistance of a professional dog trainer.