The Mindful Dog's training program is rooted in the belief that, through training, we can teach our dogs to become more mindful. A mindful dog tends to be happier, less impulsive, more thoughtful, better able to handle stress, and more fun to live with! As with mindfulness, the essence of good dog training lies in the art of attention. But teaching dogs to have better control over their attention invariably means that we must become more mindful ourselves.
Just like us, dogs have to learn to pause and think, instead of behaving reactively and impulsively. I believe in a Positive Reinforcement-based, whole dog approach to training. Rather than simply teaching dogs what we DON'T want them to do, good training should teach dogs what we DO want them to do instead. My training methods utilize findings from behavioral science and learning theory about how best to motivate dogs during training.
I also believe in trying to understand the dog's perspective as much as possible. Practical, lasting behavior change doesn't happen with a "quick fix" approach to training.
Just like us, dogs have to learn to pause and think, instead of behaving reactively and impulsively. I believe in a Positive Reinforcement-based, whole dog approach to training. Rather than simply teaching dogs what we DON'T want them to do, good training should teach dogs what we DO want them to do instead. My training methods utilize findings from behavioral science and learning theory about how best to motivate dogs during training.
I also believe in trying to understand the dog's perspective as much as possible. Practical, lasting behavior change doesn't happen with a "quick fix" approach to training.
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Mary Simon's path to becoming a dog trainer began when she adopted a 4-month-old lab/heeler mix from a local animal shelter.
When he began to exhibit fearful, reactive behavior, she sought help from John Imler of Top Dog Training.
It was there that she discovered the joys of dog training.
After starting and running her own dog walking company (Outdoor Dog Adventures) for nearly 2 years, Mary yearned to pass on her knowledge of dog behavior to others, and finally decided to pursue training full-time.
When he began to exhibit fearful, reactive behavior, she sought help from John Imler of Top Dog Training.
It was there that she discovered the joys of dog training.
After starting and running her own dog walking company (Outdoor Dog Adventures) for nearly 2 years, Mary yearned to pass on her knowledge of dog behavior to others, and finally decided to pursue training full-time.
During the Behavior Evaluation, I meet with you and your dog in or just outside of your home for approximately 1-1.5 hours.
We discuss in detail your dog's history and temperament, any behavioral issues, and goals for training.
This meeting is a chance for us to get to know each other in a nonjudgmental setting so that we can decide whether to work together further.
I will also make initial training recommendations during this time, and we may practice some basic training exercises as well.
During this time, we will discuss the basic elements of the recommended training program for you and your dog, and will also cover expectations for program participation.
We discuss in detail your dog's history and temperament, any behavioral issues, and goals for training.
This meeting is a chance for us to get to know each other in a nonjudgmental setting so that we can decide whether to work together further.
I will also make initial training recommendations during this time, and we may practice some basic training exercises as well.
During this time, we will discuss the basic elements of the recommended training program for you and your dog, and will also cover expectations for program participation.
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