Hi -  I am a long time Bill Payne trainee, and since he's passed away, I am wondering if anyone has any suggestions for trainers. I have a 20lb-ish...
bob supports cruelty through his methods. I took his beginner course and he and his assistant told me to yank hard on the lead, and when i didn't do it hard...
Check out See Spot Think, they are off of East Ave. http://www.seespotthink.net. Cindy Harrison and her two trainers are wonderful! My fiancé and I have...
I have mixed feelings about this type of training but as someone who with my small dog has been attacked several times by large dogs I realize that many people...
I used See Spot Think for my puppy 1 and puppy 2 class, all positive reinforcement. Trainers name is Cindy Harrison. ... From: Richard Natoli-Rombach...
I doubt that very much. ... From: "Michael McCormick" <the_globe_uk@...> To: Rochesterdogparkgroup@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, October 6, 2008 11:20:05...
The best dog trainer that I know of is Melissa Cocola from Positive K9. She saved my "life" so to speak with my Katrina rescue without her I would've had to...
... K9. She saved my "life" so to speak with my Katrina rescue without her I would've had to put him down - he's a completely different dog now. She believes...
I took my Chihuahua to See Spot Think for classes. They offered positive reinforcement ALWAYS... for both dog, and owner. Easy to talk to and ask questions....
I have heard great things about Melissa and have met her. I send my dog there for boarding when I go on vacation. I will never board anywhere else (except...
... I take classes at DOTCORNY. They're pretty good, they have a nice facility and it gives me a great chance to explore multiple training options. The...
I have no problem with shock collars, I dont think they are inhumane by any means, I just think that its a horrible START to training!! The dog needs to learn...
Thanks for that information, I had no idea they did that. I havent looked into them too much yet... but thats kinda crazy! I like finding something that...
Thanks everyone! Lots of good info and suggestions; I will start calling around. ~Karen :) Thanks everyone! Lots of good info and suggestions; I will start...
Hi, Do they use clicker training for the basics or just for the tricks class. I wish this topic had come up abou two weeks ago because I was searching for...
That is what these wonderful discussion groups are for!!! Ask away!!!  Tara Gamby Founder/Co-Organizer The Rochester Canine Playgroup PUGSTOCK08 Rochester...
PetsMart at Jefferson Rd do have clicker class.? I go there and trainer name Rachel she's wonderful!!! Very patience with my dog who is high engery and he...
Hi there, At See Spot Think, we didn't use clicker training in either of the two basic classes... only in the tricks class. The down side was my Chihuahua...
Hi Everyone! Zena Marie Pugsly has a new advice column in Petpalooza Magazine starting in November. Zena will be answering dog-related questions sent in by...
I am looking for the help of all my dog owner friends. As part of my project for the capstone course in the Masters of Business Administration program in the...
I have decided not to renew Rochesterk9s.com unless I find work before it expires. My original partner dropped off the project, and I have not done much on my...
Hi Everyone!!! Registration deadline for Pet Idol is February 25th. If your dog is special why not show him/her off at a chance at some great prizes!!! I...
Hi Everyone, I was wondering if anyone knew any recent updates on the dog parks. Lsst I remember hearing was that the goal for $50,000 was reached. Has there...
There is an update in Petpalooza Magazine www.petpalooza.com that quotes Larry Staub Jr., Director of the Monroe County Parks Department. He states that...
This is wonderful news! Please keep us up to date! ... From: Tara (Zena's Mom) <tcg711@...> Subject: Re: [Rochesterdogparkgroup] Update on Dog Parks To:...
Hi Tara, I didn't see the update, but glad to hear this. Will someone let us know the procedure for the dog park? I think I remember something about a yearly...