Can you imagine – how great your dog can be? How healthy your dog can stay? How well-behaved  your dog can be? What would you do for your dog to become a truly great dog as a companion?

For over 50 years Pat Bennett been working with dogs and their humans to create more harmony, more health and more fun. The expertise and knowledge Pat can bring to you and your dogs is unique and invaluable – a rare combination of experience, empathy, and a deep understanding of canine physiology, how they think, the “why” behind their behavior, and how to make things better.

 Does your dog have runny eyes? Bad breath? Is your dog overweight? Does she have trouble walking, running? What behaviors would you like to see changed? Pat’s services can make the difference between a healthy, happy canine companion and a household in chaos. Call or email Pat and let’s talk about what’s going on and how to fix it!

  Pat’s Experience:

·  Trainer, All Breeds
·  Certified Canine Massage Therapist
·  Veterinary Technician (Former)
·  Pet First Aid Instructor – ASHI and American Red Cross (Former)
·  Professional Lure Operator and Event Manager (lure coursing sport)
·  Anesthesia-free Dental Technician
·  Published Author – Specialty Books on Lure Coursing
·  Experienced Bedlington Terrier Handler

Pat can provide you with hourly, weekly, or monthly programs - whatever is best for you and your household. 

Initial Consultation: $110 Takes 2-3 hours and includes overall health, condition, environment and nutrition assessment, level of training assessment, problem areas. You'll receive a written evaluation and plan with pricing.

Regular Hourly Rate: $50
Or we can tailor a program to suit your unique situation. 
Package discounts available.
I work with single-dog or multi-dog households but each dog will have one-on-one time.

Services offered:

* Initial Physical Condition, Health and Environment Assessment and Evaluation

*Basic Training
o   No, Come, Sit, Stay, Get Out, Back Up, Stop, Leave It
o   Lead Training
o   Advanced Training
o   Problem Barking

*Nutrition Consult
o   Bowls & dishes – Does it matter?
o   Types of Food and Why   - What’s the difference?
o   Home Cooked vs Pre-Made (commercial)
- Protein Source
- Grains
- Dry Food
- Additions – Organ meats, Probiotics
o   Treats – Types, When And Why
o   Supplements
- Skin/Coat
- Joints/Arthritis

*Conditioning
o   Massage
o   Physical abilities or disabilities
o   Teeth/Mouth
- Daily Brushing – Benefits and What To Use

*Activities/Socialization
o   Treat Puzzles
o   Play Dates
o   Lure Coursing (Not All Dogs)

*Reading Materials and Handouts
o   Canine Physiology
o   Injuries And Basic First Aid
o   Fun With Lure Coursing