Dogs can be trained to do many wonderful and different things. There are few human activities in which dogs do not play a role. From assistance to sports, dogs do it all. The most common vocation of a dog, and my particular interest, is that of companion. My training goal at Liberty Dogs is to help your dog become a calm, obedient companion.
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Two different times this week while walking Hot Dog, two different people asked me if I got a new dog.… Read more “Heather Wantuch”
Fred is fantastic! He teaches people how to handle/train their dog. A dog trainers job is to train the human… Read more “Sam”
…it’s only week three but I can’t wait to see the pooch bullet will become when she’s done with the… Read more “Anna Almarez”
Joey and I started the Connect with your Dog session with Fred this past summer and he has been such… Read more “”
Fred is fantastic. As a new dog owner, Fred had to teach me how to effectively communicate with my dog!… Read more “Steph M”
I couldn’t recommend this program more. Fred has worked with my dog, Captain, for some time now and he never… Read more “”
Thanks, Fred! We have had the BEST time training with you!
Fred is a wonderful trainer and really understands dogs, their behaviors, how to teach us to communicate clearly with our… Read more “”
Fred has had an amazing impact on my girl Desi. He is professional and patient, making sure that pup and… Read more “”
Fred is extremely patient with both the dogs and the owners. He can help any type of dog and will… Read more “”
Fred is a wonderful trainer and all around great person. Highly recommend his services to anyone in need of a… Read more “Erica”
Fred is knowledgeable, patient, and kind. My very nervous chiweenie Jackson just adores Fred. I’ve learned how to communicate expectations… Read more “”
My dog, Banjo, has changed into another dog. Before, he would not obey anything– no matter what. He was out… Read more “Johnny G”
Thanks for your patience and expertise working with Dawn and us. We thoroughly enjoyed each session and hope to continue… Read more “Jack, Barbara”
You’re not done training the dog, until you can trust him at liberty.
You’re not done training the dog, until you can trust him at liberty.
Your dog is not being a problem, your dog is having a problem.”
Be the most interesting human your dog has ever met.
Repetition builds success and consistency speeds it up.
If it’s too hot for your feet, it’s too hot for Scruffy.
Good training is a conversation, not a lecture.
As fast as you can, as slow as you need to.
Training for compliance is not the same as training for motivation.
Training for compliance is not the same as training for motivation.”
If you want the dog to stop fighting the leash, stop using the leash to fight the dog.
I let the dog out, or I let him in,
and we talk some.
I let him know I like him,
and he lets me know he likes me.
I’m always testing him to see iif he’s with me.
Be the most interesting human your dog has ever met.
Focus on moving forward, not on the size of the steps.
If you don’t need it, don’t use it.
Your dog wakes up every morning thinking it’s going to be a great day. Don’t disappoint them.
Dogs are most joyful, when they get to do the things that fulfill them.
Gentle in what you do, Firm in how you do it.
Before enlightenment, chop wood, carry water. After enlightenment, chop wood, carry water.
Good dog training is undramatic.
Be the most interesting human your dog has ever met.
Obedience isn’t a trick, it’s a way of life.
Training is a communicatory sport.