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Allie Bender

Dog trainer in Illinois

#173 in United States, #11 in Illinois

United States

https://petharmonytraining.com

Service areas:

Remote

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Allie Bender, CDBC, CPBT-KA, SBA has been working and volunteering in various animal welfare-related fields since 2006 and professionally training since 2012. She is the founder and co-owner of Pet Harmony animal behavior and training, co-author of Canine Enrichment for the Real World, co-host of the Enrichment for the Real World podcast, has made TV & commercial appearances, and is a national speaker.

Certifications:

CDBC, CPDT-KA, SBA

Dog training services include

  • Aggressive dog training
  • Deaf dog training
  • Reactive dog training

More info about Allie Bender's dog training:

I provide behavior modification for pets displaying maladaptive behaviors, including aggression, anxiety, fear, reactivity, compulsions, and more.

Behavioral issue focus:

Aggression, anxiety, fear, compulsions, reactivity, intrahousehold aggression, conflict aggression, resource guarding, handling sensitivity, separation anxiety, dog-cat issues, stranger danger, barking, lunging, growling, biting, nipping

Dog training methods:

We adhere to a LIMA (force-free, fear-free, positive reinforcement, etc.) training philosophy. We offer behavior consultation packages.

Why I became a dog trainer:

I originally started in shelters and even wanted to open my own shelter. That dream changed when I realized that my community needed someone who could help pets with behavior issues more than they needed another shelter or rescue organization.

My favorite part of being a dog trainer:

Lightbulb moments from learners of all species- including humans!

My #1 dog training tip:

Meet needs first. A physically, mentally, and emotionally- well animal learns much easier.

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