About
Glenn Massie, CPDT-KA
“Leaders have followers, not prisoners.”
“I can’t express how impressive Glenn is. ...I was beginning to think that positive training was a pipe dream because SO many trainers really don’t know how to bring it all together and be effective.”
I’m here to help you Lead, Care, and train your dog to achieve Control & Cooperation, not submission, so you and your dog can have a more abundant life! I’m a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA), and I’ve been training dogs since 2007. Prior to starting Homeskooling 4 Dogs I volunteered at a local animal shelter where I gained a reputation for being able to work with any dog including those with fear and/or aggression. I work with rescue groups and have worked with all types of behavior problems. The goal of this website is to make life better for you and your dog. Use the Search feature or Index to find information on almost any topic. Although a website cannot replace a trainer’s presence it can help you learn what to do, and more importantly learn what not to do when working with your dog.
“You saved myself and my shelter dog, a second time. After trying every type of leash, harness, treat, etc. and spending hundreds on training classes, my GSD mix is FINALLY walking nicely, after 20 minutes of practicing this technique. My sincerest thanks for posting this video. My favorite, “ it should look like two best friends holding hands.”
John Rogerson and Suzanne Clothier have had the greatest influences on my training philosophy. My method of training is based on building a positive foundation of trust, respect, and desire. Training should be fun, not punishing. Training should be more then techniques and stimulus/response interactions, and training should not look like a feeding disorder or a session on inflicting punishment.
For help training your dog or with challenging or serious behavior problems schedule an in-home private appointment to make life better for you and your dog. For general control training we offer group training classes in the park.
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Watch this shelter dog learn how to walk on a loose leash. See Homeskooling 4 Dogs' YouTube Channel for more videos!
FAQs
How do you differ from other trainers?
My passion is working with the most challenging dogs that others may have given up on. I will personally work with any dog to bring about positive results.
What is your method of training?
My method of training is based on the positive foundation of building trust, respect, and desire. For training to be the most effective a dog must trust, respect, and desire to be with you. I train people to be their dog's leader and best friend, so that the dog's desire is the giver not the gift. When training dogs, it is important that you act like a leader, not an adversary.
A person's ability to train a dog and have it respond to their direction is directly proportional to the relationship they have with their dog and its desire to be with them.
Lastly, all training must be simple enough for a dog to understand. Understanding dogs and applying well-reasoned methods is as much of an art as it is a science.
What do you mean by dogs that are out of control?
Dogs that are not under your control. Unstable, insecure, possessive, aggressive, and fearful.
Are there dogs that you will not work with?
I will work with any dog so long as the humans are committed to the well-being of the dog and are committed to doing the necessary work with the dog. If the humans are not willing to put forth the necessary effort i will not waste my time or theirs. I will give up on the humans before i give up on the dog.
My dog is fearful of men. How can you help, you are a man?
That is exactly what the dog needs, to overcome the fear and trust men. The dog needs to begin to learn a positive association with men to overcome the fear.
Why shouldn't I just take my dog to a group class?
Group classes are designed to teach dogs actions like, sit, down, stay, and to walk nicely next to the human. Dogs that are fearful, aggressive, or exhibit anxiety need special attention. After working on these issues you should take your dog to a group class.
Is my dog too old to benefit from your services?
No.
How much time is needed for the initial meeting?
Generally 2 hours.
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