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Michele Monteiro

Dog trainer in Poughkeepsie

https://www.pawsfurlovellc.com

Service areas:

Westchester County, Putnam County, Fairfield County

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I is a CPDT certified dog trainer. I received my CPDT certificate in Obedience Training and Behavior Consultation. I began in the corporate world straight out of college but a couple years later realized my true calling was to work with animals. I took the leap and was paired with an amazing mentor and began my journey in dog training. I was certified within a year and never looked back.

Certifications:

CPDT Pet Nutrition Pet Therapy Good Canine Citizen Evaluator

Dog training services include

  • Reactive dog training
  • Agility training
  • In home training
  • Off leash training
  • Puppy training

More info about Michele Monteiro's dog training:

In home private training covering everything from basic puppy commands to Advanced obedience including off leash training, reactivity training and impulse control. I also teach group classes covering Basic Obedience, Advanced Obedience, Impulse & Reactivity, Tricks & Agility.

Behavioral issue focus:

I commonly work with puppies and see their training through adulthood. I also work very often with reactive dogs & impulse control behaviors.

Dog training methods:

My training plans are positive reinforcement and are always laid out very clear and concise for my clients to see and follow.

Why I became a dog trainer:

I always knew my true calling was to work with animals, but that I needed to be as engaged with them as possible and training was the best option to do that. I love learning about dog behaviors and how to help them through an issues they are experiencing. Its truly amazing to meet a dog with behavioral issues and be able to help them and their owner get through those issues and come out so amazing on the other side.

My favorite part of being a dog trainer:

My favorite part is getting to know the dog and build trust with them for them to understand I am there to help them have a more positive life.

My #1 dog training tip:

Have patience and positivity while training your dog.

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