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Deneese Elfenson

Dog trainer in Washington

#719 in United States, #81 in Washington

United States

https://thecanineresourcecenter.com/

Service areas:

Lake Stevens, WA

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There has hardly been a day in Deneese's life where she hasn't had a dog by her side and that serves as a bedrock of The Canine Resource Center's philosophy of being structured around family, and that doesn't just include the pups. In addition to her canine companions Deneese also has her two sons to lean on and look towards for inspiration.

Deneese's passion for dogs has been lifelong. Since she was a girl she has had a natural knack for understanding and relating to animals & people. Ricochet, her current pup, accompanies Deneese in a certified therapy program and is a regionally titled FlyBall competitor. Ricochet also has 56 titles and is Internationally recognized.

Deneese has had great success with dogs that she trained over the years. Dogs with her training went into Search and Rescue (GSSD: German Shepherd Search Dogs), in theater productions to include The Seattle Repertory Theater, and The La Ponse Discovery Theater in downtown Seattle. Deneese has successfully trained dogs in different languages.

In 1976 Deneese began officially working with dogs by apprenticing for 3 years in Seabeck, WA at Fairinall Kennels. Deneese apprenticed in teaching basic obedience which allowed for a CD (Companion Dog) and CDX (Companion Dog Excellent) title with the American Kennel Club. Deneese also apprenticed in teaching more advanced training, including Bird Dog training and Personal Protection.

Dog training services include

  • Board and train
  • Puppy training

More info about Deneese Elfenson's dog training:

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