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Qualifications
Actively involved with:
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CAPPDT Canadian Association of Professional Pet Dog Trainers |
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IPDTA International Positive Dog Trainers Association |
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IAFPP International Association of Force-Free Pet Professionals |
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PABA Symposium – University of Guelph [2010] Fox-Fire Publishing Inc. Seminar with Cheryl Smith [2007] PavSki Educational Seminar with Pamela Reid Ph. D. [2006] |
 Canadian Association of Professional Pet Dog Trainers 2004 Educational Conference9th Annual 3 Day Conference for Continued Education: Lectures and Workshops presented by such notable experts: Suzanne Clothier (Bones Would Rain from the Sky), Dr. Roger Mugford (Translating Science to the Pet World - developer of the Halti), Dr. Stanley Coren (The Intelligence of Dogs - Viewing Training from the Dog's Perspective), Sue Sternberg (Reading, Recognizing and Responding to Signs of Aggression), Dr. Randall Lockwood ( Use, Misuse and Abuse of Wolf Pack Theory in Dog Training), Tim Sullivan (The Yin & Yang of Positive Training) |
| Canine Communications Studies and Behaviour Therapy Diploma “Graduated with highest honours… Lynda has proven her ability to train dogs to a high standard using only humane techniques and has met the challenge of each behaviour referral I have sent with professionalism and excellent results” [Norma Jeanne, Puppy Power and Canine Communications Studies] |
| National Service Dogs – Puppy Raiser/Breeding Program/Mentor/Ambassador Program “NSD appreciates the time and efforts that Lynda has devoted to our mission… Lynda has dedicated many hours training, socializing, loving, caring for the puppy she raised for National Service Dogs Breeding Program [Allison Savard, NSD, Puppy Program Coordinator] |
| Special Needs Training Award - Peers Choice - IPDTA, C.C.S Awards Banquet [2004]
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“Chloe (Yorkshire Terrier) was only 6 months and needed someone with patience and the passion to help train her…She introduced Chloe to other dogs and she taught Chloe to come, sit, stay and all the important commands that could someday save Chloe’s life…She also taught Chloe to ring a bell with her paws when she wanted to go outside. I was amazed at this procedure and Chloe is still ringing a bell” [Rob Bullas, Bullas Travel] “My recommendations of your
services comes with the greatest respect and new knowledge about how
training should be handled…the results have been impeccable and one of
great pleasure for myself and my family” [The Widemeyers & Kelso]
"Hi Lynda, we just wanted to truly
thank you for all the help you have given us with Mocha. We have learnt so much
and Mocha is such an improved dog because of you and your training. Especially THANK YOU
for your support at the beginning when Mocha had separation anxiety. Your
advice greatly improved her behavior. We are going to see our
breeder this Sunday and I can't wait to tell her and show her all the cool
things Mocha can do because of your training! We look forward to your
puppy 2 class in September!" [Lavinia and Paulo Garcia & Mocha]  Additional recommendations available upon request |
