Ann Becnel Companion Dogs

What a difference these classes have made for my little pup, Finn! These classes are focused on positive reinforcement to build the bond between you and your dog. My dog was rescued when he was only a few months, and lived to go to the dog park. As he got older his anxieties became more apparent. He would stop in his tracks to stare at the fan, and refuse to come in the bedroom. Then he slowly became more anxious around other dogs. It was to the point where we would walk in to the park and have to leave right away. As soon as another dog approached to sniff him his hair would stand on end and he would growl or snap (never bite). He had clearly become uncomfortable now around new dogs. We are on our sixth class now, and Finn is becoming more confident every week. Now when approached by other dogs he doesn't show any signs of anxiety. When walking by other dogs in our neighborhood he watches me and we continue along with our walk. He also jumps in the car now without being afraid, and has moved passed staring at the ceiling fan. By having him focus his attention on me, and rewarding him for good behavior, I am building even more of a bond with him.