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Kathy Walker-Graves

Dog trainer in Lancaster

#412 in United States, #19 in Pennsylvania, #3 in Lancaster

United States

Lancaster

https://www.constantcompanionllc.com

Service areas:

Southern Lancaster County Pennsylvania

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I begged my parents for a dog when I was 8 years old. They relented and I had my very first dog, a beagle mix puppy named Polly. I've been in love with dogs ever since. My husband and I fostered shelter dogs for many years. We fostered approximately 100 shelter dogs and were able to assist placing them into permanent homes.
In June 2017, I completed Peaceable Paws Canine Behavior and Training Academy and in 2019 I completed the Canine Behavior Modification Academy. Then in 2022, I successfully completed the Canine Aggression Academy and received the credential PMCT 1 (Pat Miller Certified Trainer). I'm also a Peaceable Paw's Affiliate. I currently share my home with my husband, 3 shelter dogs and 35 chickens. Prior to becoming a Pat Miller certified trainer, I had a 30 year career in pharmacy including 22 years as a certified pharmacy technician. I also have 8 years experience as a veterinary technician and a lifetime of experience caring for animals. I've worked with shelter dogs for 12 years and have experience with a variety of breeds and temperaments.

Certifications:

PMCT (Pat Miller Certified Trainer)

Dog training services include

  • Reactive dog training
  • Board and train
  • In home training
  • Puppy training

More info about Kathy Walker-Graves's dog training:

Boarding, Day Boarding, Board and Train, Puppy manners, Puppy Training, Manners Training, Recall, Behavior Modification (dogs with reactive behaviors, fearful dogs, dogs with a bite history).

Behavioral issue focus:

Dogs with reactive behaviors, dogs with impulse control challenges, dogs with over arousal challenges, fearful dogs, dogs with a bite history.

Dog training methods:

I use only a non-aversive, evidence based training model. These can include behavior consultations, training plans, behavior plans, or treatment options depending on client needs.

Why I became a dog trainer:

The rewards are being able to positively impact peoples' and dogs' lives and improving the quality of life for both.

My favorite part of being a dog trainer:

Transforming relationships between dogs and people

My #1 dog training tip:

Exercise, exercise, exercise!

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