Instructor profile
Cheryl has a Certificate in the Principles of Canine Behaviour from Massey University, and is a member of the New Zealand Association of Pet Dog Trainers (NZAPDT) and the New Zealand Kennel Club.
To keep up to date with the latest in dog training techniques, she regularly attends seminars held by international trainers.
Cheryl believes that positive, reward-based training achieves the best results for a happy dog or puppy.
Cheryl’s expertise in teaching training skills to dogs and their owners, and resolving their problems, is proven. In addition, Cheryl is experienced in communicating effectively with her clients in one-on-one and small group conversations and training sessions.
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Dog agility training
What to look for in an instructor:
“It’s essential that the dog trainer you select uses humane training techniques that encourage appropriate behaviour through such positive reinforcement as food, attention, play, or praise. Look for a trainer who ignores undesirable responses or withholds rewards until the dog behaves appropriately. Training techniques should never involve yelling, choking, shaking the scruff, tugging on the leash, alpha rolling (forcing the dog onto his back), or other actions that frighten or inflict pain.”
Source: www.humanesociety.org