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Actively involved with:

CAPPDT
Canadian Association of Professional Pet Dog Trainers		 IPDTA
International Positive Dog Trainers Association

Education & Professional Training

PABA Symposium – University of Guelph [2010]
Road Map for Analyzing and Resolving Training and Behaviour Issues – 1 day

IPDTA Conference - Perceptive Concepts [2009]
Professional Canine Education - 2 day

IPDTA Conference – Positive Practices [2007]
Professional Canine Education Program – 2 day

Fox-Fire Publishing Inc. Seminar with Cheryl Smith [2007]
Dog to Dog Aggression Seminar – 2 day

PavSki Educational Seminar with Pamela Reid Ph. D. [2006]
Behavior Problems and Solutions - 2 day

IPDTA Conference - Canines + Clients [2006]
Professional Canine Education Program - 1 Day

PavSki Educational Seminar with Dr. Ian Dunbar [2005]
Social Development Fighting and Biting in Pet Dogs - 2 day

IPDTA Conference – A Positive Approach [2005]
Professional Canine Educational Program - 1 day
   
Canadian Association of Professional Pet Dog Trainers 2004 Educational Conference

9th 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]

Animal First Aid and CPR [Current]

Synalia Training Systems - Bridge and Target Training with Kacye Cover [2004]

Airport Detector Dogs Conference Presentor - assistant to Norma Jeanne Laurette [2003]

PavSki Educational Seminar with Jean Donaldson [2003]

Touch-Free Toolbox with Norma Jeanne Laurette [2003]

Animal Actors and Tricks Certificate [2003]
(Emphasis on Training for Special Needs)

Veterinary Assistant [1985+]

Animal Science Diploma [1984 - graduated with highest honours ]

Dog Groomer [1983+]

   

Training Recommendations:

“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]

 

 

Additional recommendations available upon request

 

 
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