37 years experience helping dogs and their owners achieve a harmonious, and stress-free relationship
Dog Training and Puppy Training which will strengthen your bond, enhance your connection, and truly form a "Best Friend" partnership with your dog or puppy.
Recent client review
"I can't really say enough positive things about my experience with Linda. She gave me the confidence that I needed as the owner of s strong-willed husky pup and mother of two active young boys to create a safe and harmonious home for everyone. She temperament-tested our dog, and helped me to better understand her behavior and the ways in which she was trying to communicate with us.The tools that Linda gave me helped me to take a leadership role with my puppy and the children in a calm, positive fashion. Within a week after our first training session, my dog's behavior and responsiveness to me improved dramatically, and the trust in our relationship blossomed. Talking to Linda helped me to gain a nan>Let me help you "Close the communication gap between you and your dog"
All ASPCA & Humane Society approved "clicker training" method's
Understanding and meeting your dogs needs is very important. I will teach you how to address those needs so you don't have displaced behavior that is problematic
Good training is more than commands. Proper environmental management and enrichment is also key for a happy dog and owner.
Training your puppy early, as young as 8 weeks, sets both of you on the right path toward a lifetime of happiness and true communication. No need to wait with my positive, proven & puppy appropriate methods.
Is your puppy nipping and biting? My positive, dog friendly techniques help quickly with puppy biting and nipping.
Dog Training and Puppy Training which willstrengthen your bond, enhance your connection, and truly form a "Best Friend" partnership with your dog or puppy.
Recent client review
"I can't really say enough positive things about my experience with Linda. She gave me the confidence that I needed as the owner of s strong-willed husky pup and mother of two active young boys to create a safe and harmonious home for everyone. She temperament-tested our dog, and helped me to better understand her behavior and the ways in which she was trying to communicate with us.The tools that Linda gave me helped me to take a leadership role with my puppy and the children in a calm, positive fashion. Within a week after our first training session, my dog's behavior and responsiveness to me improved dramatically, and the trust in our relationship blossomed. Talking to Linda helped me to gain a new perspective on pet ownership and the role that the entire family should play in making it work. It is not an overstatement to say that her work turned the entire experience around for us. I would highly recommend her to anyone!"
Naomi Lindberg North Salem, NY
Don't leave yet! Scroll down to the bottom of the page for some truly exceptional and educational videos.
Credentials:
Graduated top of her class from a Certified Dog Training Schoolwhere she lived and worked with dogs for three months while learning breed characteristics, training theory and methodology
Linda is a seminar graduate with Dr. Katherine A. Haupt at Cornell University
Linda learned how to clicker train with the "Mother of Clicker Training", Karen Pryor
Member of National Institute of Canine Experts
Individual in-home training lessons, in the comfort and convenience of your home and neighborhood, are available in Northern Westchester, Putnam, Southern Dutchess, as well as Fairfield County, CT.
My holistic, positive and unique methods work wonders - Learn how to whisper, not shout, using body language and consistent cues your dog will understand
"You're the best Linda. Thank you so much for your knowledge, your genuine concern and commitment, and your very special willingness and ability to think outside the box when all else failed with my very problematic puppy. I will be forever grateful." Deb Westchester, NY Somers, NY
Five Star Review
"We were impressed with Linda's approach from the first time we met her. On the phone scheduling the appointment she relieved my stress over our current situation and said she would do what she could help us. At the first appointment, Linda stayed with us for over 2 hours until we were all satisfied we had begun our training and knew what we would have to do until the next training. She relieved the stress our whole family was having because we had something to work on constructively. We knew from this night we would have 4 more sessions. Linda is very open and was able to give criticism in a positive way. She also would have us perform the training so when she left we would know what to do since we had done several drills ourselves. In order to actually learn you have to do the tasks yourself. Linda was very patient and practical. We liked that she came to our house since that is where we spend the most time with our dog. Doing this she was able to see how our dog was actually acting in his own environment." Dave B Westchester, NY
Training done with compassion, understanding and positive reinforcement methods is totally effective and has no unwanted side effects
Receive a 10% Discountif you own a rescue dog on all private lesson services. Please mention you have seen this offer here to receive the discount.
Free phone consultation and evaluation: 914 329-5902
Adopt A Dog's September "Putttin' On The Dog Show"
Linda with winner of her class "Doggie Musical Chairs"
New:
Fun and confidence building agility training in my Intermediate obedience classes. I am also offering fun agility during in home, private lessons.
"Linda is GREAT! I’m a first-time puppy owner and my baby Jack Russell would have taken over my house if it weren’t for Linda. Lola responded to Linda in the first few minutes of the first lesson. She showed me how to train my dog in a gentle and kind way. Linda has made Lola a pleasure to be around. Thank You Linda. " Jennifer & "Lola" , Dutchess, NY
Member of ASPCA
On a Budget?
I offer inexpensive phone consultations and advice with follow up handouts emailed to you.
Clicker training works at a deep emotional level that will help with fear, phobias, aggression and shyness.
Correcting behaviors just suppresses your dog's symptoms, together we will get to the root of the problem for permanent problem solution
Service Dog Training
I have trained many service dogs
Sasha graduated from my Service Dog Program today
10/17/17
Canine Good Citizen Dog Training which will get you started making your beloved pet one you can share with others as a "Therapy dog"
Do I train other animals?
Yes, I work with cats with behavior issues, parrots, and horses. Why is this important and what does it have to do with your dog?
Working with other species has allowed me to stretch my skills, and think outside of the box. It's very important that a trainer has the imagination and knowledge base to solve new and unique problems. This makes me a more well rounded trainer of both dogs and people.
This is a must watch video. He has influenced my field in the worst possible way. Click link to watch this wonderful, informative video.
"Dog's are not our whole lives, but they make our lives whole" Roger Caras
Alpha, Schmalpha: Here is a wonderful video explaining the newest scientific research on wolves, and how scientists no longer use the term "alpha". This is also applicable to dogs, as they are essentially domesticated wolves.
So much of the punishment based training theory was based on a human created wolf pack, the Druid Pack in Yellowstone, which was studied and written extensively about.
Unrelated wolves will fight for dominance, but that is an unnatural situation. Wolves actually live in family groups, like people, and the pups and juvenile young respect Mom and Dad as we respect our parents. This is based on a new study in Nanavut on Ellesmere Island
Cinematic, 1st summer we had him.
Now offering clicker training for horses. Book your individual lessons with me to learn how to have a more positive partnership with your horse.
Also offering "Clicker Training for Horses" seminars at your training and boarding facility.
Interesting Dog Facts
There are currently 74.8 million pet dogs in the United States.Some 44.8 million U.S. households own a dog.
Update 3/4/17"Tulip" No longer a puppy, but I love this photo. Funniest dog I have ever had, and a very high drive girl. I share my life & love with my husband Jonathan, our two dogs Dharma and Tulip, our three cats, Cinematic our 21 year old thoroughbred, and Albert our blue and gold macaw.
