Dog Training and Behavior Modification

Teach your dog to cooperate willingly and to offer appropriate behaviors without punishment or bribes. Learn how dogs think, why they behave the way they do, and how to initiate change and maintain behavioral improvements. Peggy Moran helps pets learn to be attentive, patient and disciplined. <br><br>Peggy Moran has been working professionally to educate dogs and their owners since 1975. Her background includes hosting seminars at veterinary conferences, training animal shelter personnel, and serving as the behavioral consultant to the American Dog Owners' Association. She is also an award winning writer and has been featured on television and radio programs for her work with dogs. <br><br>Learn how to prepare your dog for pet-assisted therapy visits, to test for AKC Canine Good Citizen certification, or just to be a well-mannered and cooperative companion!<br><br>Topics Covered Include:<br><br>HOUSETRAINING–potty training A to Z; where and when to go, where and when NOT to go!<br><br>MANNERS–self-control for dogs to prevent or correct: Jumping, Chewing, Barking, Play-biting, Digging, Stealing, Garbage-raiding, Running away, Aggression, Unruliness, Shyness, Sound-sensitivity, etc.!<br><br>OBEDIENCE–for the family pet; simple commands for: Sit, Down, Wait, Stay, Controlled walking, Come, Stop, Attention, Boundaries, and even a few silly pet Tricks!<br><br>FAMILY TRAINING–to teach entire families to make sense to their pets and to be kind, educated leaders! <br><br>