Your Dog TRainer
My name is Dale and I am the CEO and Founder of Top Gun Dog Training. In 2008, while living in Alabama, I rescued this amazing 3 month old Lab Husky Mix named Spaulding. After working with many top dog trainers in the area and using the tools learned to train Spaulding, I finally created my own dog training company. I specialize in training puppies starting at 12 weeks old. More details here.
Over the past 12 years, I have been able to improve and hone my dog training skills to help friends train their own dogs. It was with this feedback and encouragement that I then decided it was time to make my services available to the public.
"We are over the moon with Top Gun Dog Training. From the initial consultation to our lessons, Dale has taught us SO MUCH about communicating with our 4 1/2 yo Goldendoodle rescue. Consistency, patience, and having a calm attitude has completely changed the way we interact with our dog. We are so pleased that we just purchased another set of 3 lessons. Thank-you Top Gun Dog Training! We thought we were experienced dog owners. Little did we know how much we had to learn. We could not be happier with your training, and most importantly our Doodle is thriving like she never has. Recommend all the way. AAAA++++"
Judy -Tamarac, FL
I have earned a Certificate in Dog Training and Behavior through the Core Skills course at Catch Canine Trainers Academy. In addition, I am currently working towards my certification to become a Master Dog Trainer, and will graduate the end of 2020.
My training methods consist of a combination between classical and operant conditioning, using mostly positive reinforcement. I follow the Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) Effective Behavior Intervention Policy , as explained on this page here.
Methods I Use For Obedience Training:
- Positive Reinforcement - Good behavior, followed by a reward
- Clicker Training - Marking a behavior with sound, followed by a reward
- Relationship Based Training - Using dog communication (not words) to strengthen the bond
Methods I use for Leash Training and/or Behavior Modification:
- Balanced Dog Training - Rewards and corrections to train and rehabilitate dogs
- Pressure on, pressure off - For leash training
- Management - Controlling and changing things in dogs environment
I serve most of Broward County and Palm Beach County in South Florida.
Certifications
- Dale has earned a Certificate in Dog Training and Behavior through the Core Skills course at CATCH Canine Trainers Academy.
- Dale is Enrolled in Master Dog Trainer course from Catch Canine Trainers Academy
- Top Gun Dog Training is insured and licensed in the State of FL.
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