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Kathie
Training since 1993
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Narnia's goal is to help strengthen the bond between human and dog by providing a common language.
Narnia provides family pet training and behavior consultation and modification using positive reinforcement.
Membership and Certifications
- Purdue Certified: Animal Behavior Modification - 2002
- Member APDT (Association of Pet Dog Trainers)
- Canine Good Citizen Evaluator
- Red Cross Certified in Canine CPR
Experience
Behavior Consultant
2002 - Present
- Evaluate pet's behavioral issues including separation anxiety, dog reactivity, leadership and aggression.
- Create a customized behavior modification program for the client based on his or her personal needs.
- Maintain a relationship with clients to guide them through their behavior modification program.
- Provide guidance to the client on traditional and alternative treatment options.
- Opens contact with the client's veterinarian to update the client's progress.
Classroom Instructor
1995 - Present
- Work in a classroom setting or with individuals to provide instruction and consultations.
- Teach a variety of classes from Puppy Kindergarten to Beyond Advanced. Demonstrate training techniques such as off, body blocking, sit, etc.
- Coach clients in appropriate training methods.
- Mentoring assistants.
- Modify training techniques for special needs.
- Address behavior issues.
- Answer questions from clientele.
- Make recommendations for training equipment and explain proper usage.
Professional Education
- Crucial, Cutting-Edge & Common Sense Concepts in Dog Behavior & Training - September 2013
- by Dr. Ian Dunbar
- The Dynamic Duo: TAGTeach and Clicker Training - August 2013
- by Theresa McKeon & Laura monaco Torelli
- Development of Canine Behavior Problems: Contributing Factors and Real Solutions - March 2013
- by Sarah Kalnajs
- Communicating with Your Canine - March 2013
- by Rebecca Cann
- A Sound Beginning: Setting the Right Tone for Your Newly Adopted Dog - March 2013
- by Pat Ratray, Julie Dorsey-Oskerka & Rebeca Cann
- Separation Anxiety & Dog-Dog Play - August 2012
- by Nicole Wilde
- Chicken Camp 101 - April 2012
- by Terry Ryan
- Behavior Adjustment Training for Fear and Aggression - September 2011
- by Grisha Stewart
- Using Classical Conditioning in the Treat of Aggression & Anxiety - July 2011
- by Ken Ramirez & Kathy Sdao
- The Brave New World of Dog Training, Science with a Brain and a Heart - May 2011
- by Dr. Roger Abrantes
- The Evolution of Canine Social Behavior - May 2011
- by Dr. Roger Abrantes
- Alternative Approaches to Healing Canine Health & Behavior - May 2011
- by Nicole Wilde
- Solutions for Everyday (& Not so Everyday) Behavior Problems - November 2010
- by Pat Miller
- Aggression in Dogs - October 2010
- by Dr. Sophia Yin & Sarah Kalnajs
- Helping the Fearful Dog - September 2010
- by Nicole Wilde
- The Well Adjusted Dog Workshop - April 2010
- by Dr. Nicholas Dodman
- Feline Aggression and Elimination - February 2010
- by Dr. John Ciribassi
- Canine Anxiety - October 2009
- by Dr. John Ciribassi
- Defusing Canine Aggression - September 2009
- by Pam Dennison
- Dominance, Fighting, Biting, Compliance & Punishment - July 2009
- by Dr. Ian Dunbar
- Constraints on Learning - July 2009
- by Dr. Ian Dunbar
- Raising the Bar in Dog Training - July 2009
- by Dr. Ian Dunbar
- Creative Client Coaching - May 2009
- by Nicole Wilde
- Alternative Approaches to Healing Canine Health and Behavior - May 2009
- by Nicole Wilde
- Canine Aggression and Other Problems - September 2008
- by Sue Sternberg and John Rogerson
- Constructional Aggression Treatment - June 2008
- by Dr. Jesus Rosales-Ruiz and Kellie Snider
- Functional, Fresh, Fast Food for our Furry Friends - May 2008
- by Dr. Karen Becker
- Play Time: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly - April 2008
- by Pia Silvani
- For the Love of a Dog: The Biology of Emotion in Two Species - September 2007
- by Patricia McConnell, PhD
- Fuctional, Fresh, Fast Food for our Furry Friends - July 2007
- by Dr. Karen Becker
- Helping the Fearful Dog - March 2007
- by Nicole Wilde
- Aggression - November 2006
- by Brenda Aloff
- APDT 13th Annual Conference - October 2006
- Making In Home Training a Success - June 2006
- by Nicole Wilde
- Training with Terry - March 2006
- by Terry Ryan
- Canine Health - 2006
- by Dr. Jean Dodds
- Training and Behavior - October 2005
- by Pia Silvani
- Behavior Evaluation - April 2005
- by Sue Sternberg
- Dog Behavior: East Coast Meets West Coast - November 2004
- by Pia Silvani and Trish King
- Training and Shelter Dog Seminar - March 2004
- by Sue Sternberg
- Advanced Canine Behavior - September 2003
- by Patricia McConnell, PhD
- The SkillMaster: Becoming a Better Trainer - March 2003
- by Pia Silvani
- The ABC's of Dog Training/Canine Aggression - March 2002
- by Chuck Tompkins and Ted Turner
- Mostly Training Workshop - March 2001
- Advanced Training and Behavior Seminar - August 2001
- by Sue Sternberg and Patricia McConnell, PhD
- Proactive Positive Training - October 2000
- by Chuck Tompkins and Thad Lacinak
- Training, Behavior and Healthy Dog Conference - March 2000
- APDT Mini Conference - Chicago, IL - May 1999
- The Art of Teaching People
- Advanced Canine Behavior Seminar - March 1999
- by Patricia McConnell, PhD
- Training People and Dogs - 1998
- by Patricia McConnell, PhD
- APDT Fifth Annual Conference - Philadelphia, PA, November 1998
- Dog Behavior and Training Workshop - March 1998
- by Terry Ryan
- Gentle Leader Level One Course - November 1997
- APDT Fourth Annual Conference - Memphis, TN - November 1997
- Fears and Phobias and Compulsive Disorders - May 1997
- by Dr. Wayne Hunthausen
- Culture Clash - July 1996
- by Jean Donaldson
- How to Make Your Pet Classes More User Friendly - March 1996
- by Terry Ryan
- Excellerated Learning Seminar - 1996
- by Dr. Pam Reid
- Canine Body Language - November 1995
- by Dr. Roger Abrantes
- Growl Classes - September 1995
- by Cheryl Smith
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