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Dog Training With Tara Martice

She started just like you – a pet dog owner and guardian! As she learned about responsible pet ownership, it led her to volunteer for Calgary Humane Society as a Behavior Class Assistant that grew into an Experienced Dog Walker, Class Instructor and a graduate of the Dogma Academy! As she maintained the Dogma Certified Behavior Consultant (DCBC) designation, she obtained the Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge and Skills Assessed (CPDT-KSA) designation from the Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers (www.ccpdt.org). Tara is the only dog trainer to be closed book tested by industry leaders on all levels in Southern Alberta (outside of Calgary). She is now working towards her 4th level certification to continue to better the community of dogs and the people who love them! Tara’s Dogs are: Mac – an 8-year-old Male Chesapeake Bay retriever (soft coat). Mac has a calm disposition and temperament that is helpful for Tara’s Bubble Tests, assisting fearful dogs and so much more! Bella – a 5-year-old Female Collie/Lab/Springer/X+. Bella is a complex dog that has concorded separation anxiety, has a moderate social anxiety disorder, high drive and is reactive to people/dogs. Ryder – Male Chesapeake Bay Retriever – Rescued from the MHSPCA, acute resource guarder, fearful of men, IBD, hunter. Ryder was behaviorally rehabilitated before Cancer took him. May he rest in peace at 2 years of age. She is now making the house ready for a third addition to join her home and outdoor lifestyle! The Martice Mission: To work with all breeds, temperaments, and abilities. To reduce re-homing and shelter numbers through bite prevention activities and early education. To rehabilitate dogs that are suffering from reactivity and aggression so everyone can get back to a safer and higher quality of life. To maintain methods within L.I.M.A. (Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive) through progressive continuing education, training, skills practice and testing for all. "