Bone-afide Dog Training LLC
Ranked #3 in Ridgefield and #11 in Connecticut
Service area: Serving Pinellas County, Florida, with classes offered at Country Oaks Animal Hospital in Clearwater, FL. Private lessons are available in clients’ homes in this area.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Service Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Leash Pulling
- Jumping on People
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- In-Home
- Private Facility
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Terriers
- Sporting
- Working
- Doodles
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Bone-afide Dog Training focuses on teaching dogs in a positive way to achieve a harmonious relationship, emphasizing practical rules for everyday living. Training is designed to be fun for both dog and owner, using positive techniques and rewards to teach useful and safe behaviors. They offer private one-hour lessons in the client’s home or via FaceTime, which include a written lesson summary, handouts, and email support. Group classes are also available at Country Oaks Animal Hospital.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Private lessons are offered as one-hour sessions with no commitment to a certain number of lessons. The service is described as affordable by a client.
Policies
For private lessons, there is no commitment to a certain number of sessions, allowing for flexible scheduling.
Testimonials
“Gina is pure perfection. I have known Gina for 15+ years and as a fellow dog trainer I am always turning to Gina when I get stuck on a tough case. She is always positive, fun to be around, she thinks out of the box and the clients and dogs can’t hep but love her. I would have no problems sending any client to Gina.”
– Abby Hill owner, The Exceptional Pet, LLC
“Gina’s training WAS EVERYTHING WE NEEDED! New puppy, new dog owners….what do we do now? Best of all, she came to our home and worked with us, and the puppy. She is AMAZING. Our puppy responded immediately to her positive training, and she worked with us to learn how to train, correct, reward. Every problem we had, Gina had an answer. She is knowledgeable, gentle, kind, and fun to work with….and for us, most importantly, affordable. Because of her, we have a loving new member of the family, and we’re all happy!”
– Maryanne M.
“I am thrilled to recommend Gina Kaiser as a dog trainer who truly understands the unique bond between dogs and their owners. She has worked wonders with my Golden Retriever, Indy, who is known for his rambunctious and friendly nature. From our very first session, Gina demonstrated her expertise and passion for training. She tailored her approach to suit Indy’s energetic personality, making each lesson engaging and fun for both of us. Gina not only focused on teaching Indy essential commands but also empowered me with valuable techniques to reinforce positive behavior at home. Indy and I have done both private lessons and group classes with Gina. We’ve learned a lot from both types of instruction and have had a lot of fun while training. Thanks to Gina’s patient and knowledgeable guidance, Indy has made remarkable progress. He is now more responsive, well-behaved, and our daily walks have become fun rather than a challenge. Gina’s ability to connect with dogs and their owners is truly amazing. If you’re looking for a skilled and dedicated trainer who genuinely cares about your dog’s development, I wholeheartedly recommend Gina. She has transformed our training experience into something enjoyable and rewarding, and I am confident she can do the same for you and your furry friend!”
– Susan
About the Trainer
Bone-afide Dog Training LLC is a dog training business led by Gina B. Kaiser, a certified professional dog trainer with 28 years of experience. They believe in teaching dogs in a positive way to achieve a harmonious relationship, focusing on practical rules for everyday living.
The training is designed to make dogs well-behaved family members whose companionship can be enjoyed, using positive techniques and rewards. They aim to teach behaviors useful in daily life and for safety, such as not jumping on guests or waiting before exiting a car.
Gina’s extensive background includes teaching obedience and specialty classes like Freestyle and tricks, as well as private lessons. Her experience in performance and instruction, including judging for Sweet Adelines International, helps create a fun and effective learning environment for both dogs and their owners.
Accomplishments
Gina B. Kaiser, the primary trainer, has 28 years of experience. She is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Knowledge and Skills assessed (CPDT-KSA), and a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) evaluator. She is also a field representative with PAWS With a Cause and a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.
Gina has extensive experience competing in obedience and Canine Musical Freestyle, earning titles with her own dogs including AKC Companion Dog, Canine Good Citizen, Canine Good Citizen Advanced, Beginner Freestyle, Sassy Senior Freestyle, and Intermediate Trick Dog. Her dogs have also been certified service assistance dogs and performed in media and public events.
Additionally, Gina has a background as an International Showmanship judge, teaching visual performance and choreography for over 46 years, which she applies to her dog training instruction. Students from her Acting Class for Dogs have appeared in major films and national commercials.
How to Get Started!
To get started with group classes or private lessons, clients should email Gina at jrgina@aol.com for information about schedules and availability. Private lessons can be arranged as one-hour sessions in the client’s home or via FaceTime.
Contact Information
Certifications
- CPDT-KSA
Associations
- APDT
Languages
- English
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking