Debby McMullen owns Pawsitive Reactions, LLC which is a positive dog training and behavior modification business. I am also the author of a book called "How Many Dogs?! Using Positive Reinforcement Training to Manage a Multiple Dog Household" . My book can be viewed here. www.howmanydogs.com
I began my training career in 1998 as a volunteer instructor at Animal Friends in Pittsburgh. I have taugh
t various group classes at the shelter on a regular basis since that date. My training methods utilize modern science backed rewards based methods that do not use any outdated tools such as prong collars, choke chains or shock/stim/e-collars. I will never tell you to use any technique or tool that will hurt or scare your dog. All dogs, regardless of the breed/mix or size, can be trained or have their behavior modified by modern dog friendly methods. Do not let anything tell you differently. No two dogs are alike so they all need the plan tailored to them but that doesn't change thew methodology, only how it's implemented. I believe in building a strong relationship with the canines in our lives. Everything is based on that relationship. If you clearly communicate with your dog along with understanding what your dog is communicating to you, then you effectively improve the relationship. My goal is to give dog parents the knowledge and the skills that they need to achieve this relationship harmony. I believe in sharing the knowledge that will help make dog parents better dog guardians as a whole. Your dog will thank you for taking the time to understand the human/canine relationship needs!
