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Caitlin Coberly

David Adams

July 10, 2024

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Caitlin Coberly

Dog trainer in

https://katesdogs.com/

Service areas:

Albany and surrounding area (Lebanon, Scio, Lacomb, Sweet Home, Corvallis)

About KateHi there! Thanks for checking out my about space. You can call me Kate. I work with dogs. Big dogs, bitey dogs and itty-bitty puppy dogs. All breeds. Most issues. Here's a little more about me, and how I got where I am.Early years, experience and philosophyI have been working with animals since I was a tiny tot. We had turtles and guinea pigs and lots of dogs. When I was only 12, I started my professional career in horse-training. I started green mounts for a local trainer and lent a hand (and a few ribs) to anyone who needed a horse broke. In about 2011, my career took a dramatic turn when I decided to see if I could train naturally, without equipment or tools.My love of naked training paid off when my horses started to ask to work, and my dogs started recalling like Lassie. What I found was that working with more freedom required me to get more buy-in, and more engagement, from my team. Since I could no longer rely on coercion, I had to develop a deeper relationship. By building that relationship on mutual trust and enjoyment, the animals wanted to be with me. I found that this approach also helped my clients with their difficult dogs.This discovery prompted a decade long deep-dive into pet emotional health and well-being, and how that relates to problem behaviors such as aggression, compulsive disorders, reactivity, basic manners and fear related issues. This integrated approach forms the backbone of my daily work with challenging dogs. We resolve issues through a combination of lifestyle analysis, building two-way communication, and developing a deep relationship built on mutual trust.From my family to yoursIn my private life, I currently play around with mental health and wellness on my small farm. I have 3 horses, 2 cats, 7 elderly pointers, and one large human. We juggle two professional careers, health issues, and all the challenges of modern life, while aiming for grace, compassion and joy on a daily basis.I bring my passion to my daily happiness-walks, thinking about new approaches and methods to help you, and your family, reach your best life. I am passionate about dogs, and you are central to that. Your dog will not be happy if you aren't happy. It's all about building a happy family.Kate's certificationsKate is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant with the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), as well as a Fear Free(tm) Certified Trainer. Additionally, Kate holds an advanced degree in Evolutionary Biology, and a teaching certificate from Duke University. My geek factor ranges into the odd and unusual, training dogs, falcons, horses, fish, and even spiders (not to mention assorted farm animals). I love diving into the literature on why we do what we do to bring that understanding to our work with dogs.Kate's ethicsWe adhere to the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultant's policy on Least Intrusive Minimally Aversive (LIMA) strategies. We are committed to the Fear Free‚Ñ¢ mission to provide education on emotional wellbeing, targeted enrichment, and the reduction of fear, anxiety, and stress in pets and their humans. I am also passionate about ethics–writing the before-it's-time article on the ethics of online dog training for IAABC.

Certifications:

CDBC, Fear Free

Dog training services include

Aggressive dog training
Reactive dog training
In home training
Off leash training
Puppy training

More info about Caitlin Coberly's dog training:

I work with all types and breeds of dogs, from fluffy Shih Tzus to Mastiffs and Cane Corso. I work to prevent or correct problem behaviors such as reactivity, aggression, guarding, and obsessive behaviors. I also work with puppies and adolescents to improve communication and default manners. All of our dogs are attentive and responsive, and love working with their people! I work with you in private one-on-one sessions either in your home or out and about. I also hold weekly reactive dog classes, and "puppies in the park" seasonally. For a truly enjoyable and collaborative approach to dog training and life with dogs, call me! Nothing ever felt so fun, easy and natural once you "get it"!

Behavioral issue focus:

People frequently call me about resource guarding--dogs that may bite in the home due to conflict over bones, food, or other stuff they value (tissue papers, anyone?). Another common issue is "stranger danger" or a dog that guards their person. Does your dog bark, growl, snap or even bite strangers? Yep--we can fix that! Does your dog pull on leash, see other dogs and go crazy lunging and barking and being a total embarrassment? Yep--we got you there too! Does your dog ignore you? not listen or even run away? This is one of my favorite things to work with--we got you covered! Some of the more rare but serious issues I deal with are dog-fights in the family (dog-dog aggression in home), human directed aggression in home, and obsessive compulsive type disorders--dogs that eat everything and are a danger to themselves, dogs that spin, or cry obsessively over their ball, shadow chase, bang their heads, or flank suck. Whatever your issue, I approach it as a serious issue for you, and we work to solve it. Your issue is our passion.

Dog training methods:

I approach each dog and each consult as an individual. We start by doing a full intake evaluation, with a in-depth online questionnaire to understand more about you, your desires, and your dogs history, lifestyle, health, and food. With specific goals in mind, we develop a training plan. Our training plans are unique to you and your dog, but generally include addressing underlying health and lifestyle issues, and then an set of exercises and games which increase in difficulty as your dog (and you!) make progress and reach milestones. My training is force and coercion free. We build resilience and tolerance through repeated successful experiences. As you and your dog get better, you can expect to move from treat-based training to life and relationship-based rewards.

Why I became a dog trainer:

I became a dog trainer because I saw so many dogs being surrendered to shelters because they had a broken relationship with their people. I did rescue, spay/neuter and transport for years, and it just wasn't fixing the surrender problem. So I did something.I started the online dog training community--"Dog Training 101 community" on facebook. And I stayed up late at night, weekends and all day every day I could spare helping people. If I didn't know he answer to their problem, I found one. And then I went out and tried those solutions on my dogs, family dogs, and rescue/shelter dogs. I did a deep dive into the literature on all kinds of training. And I am convinced, through my own highly successful client base plus that of thousands of members on our free facebook group, that we can turn your relationship around... or if there is nothing wrong with your relationship with your dog, we can make it even better.My passion is making dogs, and their people, happy.

My favorite part of being a dog trainer:

I love seeing people and their dogs succeed. I love it when I see a happy relationship blossom.

My #1 dog training tip:

Listen to your dog. Meet his needs before he needs to "yell". Get out there and do some sniffy walks on a long line!

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David Adams

July 10, 2024

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About the author

David Adams is a man of many passions, but his love for dogs stands above all. He is not only a dog lover, but also the founder of an innovative platform called Sniffspot. This unique platform connects dog owners with private property owners who are willing to rent out their space for off-leash playtime. While the idea of Sniffspot was initially conceived by his wife, Rebecca, David has been the driving force behind its remarkable success, tirelessly overseeing its growth and development. David's dedication to providing safe and enjoyable spaces for dogs to play, explore, and socialize is evident in his unwavering commitment to Sniffspot. He strongly believes that dogs need ample space and opportunities to stretch their legs and have fun. As a result, he has worked tirelessly to build a network of private property owners across the country who share his vision and are willing to offer their space for the benefit of dogs and their owners. Despite his busy schedule, David always finds time to indulge in his passion for the great outdoors. He loves nothing more than exploring new hiking trails and embarking on thrilling outdoor adventures. Whenever he is not working on Sniffspot, he can often be found hiking or visiting multi-acre fenced sniffspots with his two beloved dogs, Soba and Toshii. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys the fresh air, breathtaking scenery, and the sense of freedom that comes with being in nature. David is based in Salem, MA.

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Caitlin Coberly

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