Dog Basics PDX

The training programs utilize harm-free methods backed by scientific research, focusing on increasing success and decreasing relapse. The trainer is Low Stress Handling Certified, skilled in recognizing fear and anxiety, approaching fearful animals safely, and applying behavior modification techniques such as flooding, desensitization, classical counterconditioning, and operant counterconditioning. Training emphasizes technical skill, timing, reinforcement rate, motivator choice, and criteria definition.

Dog Basics PDX is a dog training business owned and operated by Timothy Thai, a rehabilitative trainer. They specialize in harm-free methods backed by scientific research, aiming to increase success rates and decrease the chances of relapse for dogs. Timothy Thai has extensive experience, having worked closely with renowned Animal Behaviorist Dr. Sophia Yin, where he focused on rehabilitating aggressive and anxious dogs.

Timothy is also Low Stress Handling Certified, demonstrating mastery in recognizing signs of fear and anxiety in pets, approaching fearful animals non-threateningly, and understanding various behavior modification methods like desensitization and counterconditioning. He applies his knowledge from diverse experiences including Guide Dogs For The Blind, Fenzi Dog Sports Academy, Karen Pryor Clicker Academy, and SPCALA Humane Society.

Accomplishments

Timothy Thai is a Rehabilitative Trainer and owner of Dog Basics PDX. He worked closely with renowned Animal Behaviorist Dr. Sophia Yin (DVM, MS) at U.C Davis, starting as a 3-month internship that became a full-time paid job. He gained extensive experience with aggressive and anxious dogs under Dr. Yin. He is Low Stress Handling Certified and has drawn knowledge from Guide Dogs For The Blind, Fenzi Dog Sports Academy, Karen Pryor Clicker Academy, and SPCALA Humane Society. Dog Basics PDX has been featured on CBS TV.

How to Get Started!

To book an appointment, clients can call, text, or email Dog Basics PDX. They can also use the “Ask Us Anything!” form on the website, and the business promises to respond right away.