Empire Ridge Ranch
Service area: Tucson, AZ
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Competition / Agility
- Working Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Fearfulness
- Basic Obedience
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
Program Formats
- Sessions Package
- Intensive Program
Types of Dogs
- Herding
- Working
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Empire Ridge Ranch offers various training programs including group classes, private training sessions, and a specialized Gold Program. They also provide dedicated herding training.
The training approach is science-based, breed-specific, and designed to be fun and effective for both dogs and their owners. Liane Ehrich trains dogs in a wide range of disciplines, including Herding (USBCHA / MSSA / ASCA / AKC / AHBA / ISDA), Rally Obedience (AKC / ASCA), Dock Diving (NADD), Disc (Toss and Fetch), and IGP / Schutzhund (Protection, Obedience, Search and Rescue, Tracking).
The programs are designed to transform dog behavior, helping dogs overcome issues such as fear and reactivity to become confident and happy companions.
Testimonials
“Liane is a wonderful trainer of both dogs and humans. she uses positive approaches that bring a dog to their best level on a wide variety of efforts. My red Heeler, Pele has benefitted enormously from Liane’s positive approach to training.”
– Peg Abrams
“Working with Liane has completely transformed my relationship with Charlie. He’s grown from a scared, reactive rescue to a confident, happy companion. The entire training process has been fun, and confidence inspiring for both myself and Charlie”
– Dace Raven
“I wish I had met Liane sooner on my dog training journey. She is the reason my youngest dog is able to have a full and functioning life! I will forever be grateful for her faith and hard work that took a scared, shut-down dog into a confident and happy boy!”
– Alicia Dewitt
About the Trainer
Empire Ridge Ranch is a dog training business led by Liane Ehrich, a Certified Veterinary Technician and Head Dog Trainer. They aim to transform dog behavior through science-based, breed-specific, fun, and effective training methods.
Liane brings a lifetime of expertise in animal training and behavior, offering a unique advantage with her veterinary background and extensive experience in various dog sports and behavior modification. The business provides classes, private training, and specialized herding programs.
Liane is highly qualified, holding titles such as AKC Herding Judge, AKC CGC Evaluator, and AKC Farm Dog Judge. She has completed advanced courses like the Aggressive Dog Master Course and has numerous veterinary continuing education credits in animal behavior and pharmacology.
Her expertise has been recognized in publications like DVM360, Sierra Vista Herald, Yahoo News, and Petcare.com, and she hosts the “Your Dog’s Best Life” podcast. The training focuses on helping dogs become confident, happy companions, even those with reactivity or fear issues.
Accomplishments
Liane Ehrich is a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) and the Head Dog Trainer at Empire Ridge Ranch. Her credentials include being an AKC Herding Judge, AKC CGC Evaluator, and AKC Farm Dog Judge.
She has completed specialized training such as the Aggressive Dog Master Course and 30 Days of Canine Behavior. Liane also holds multiple veterinary continuing education credits in animal behavior and behavior pharmacology.
Her expertise has been featured in various publications, including DVM360 (a veterinary publication), Sierra Vista Herald, Yahoo News, and Petcare.com. Liane also hosts the “Your Dog’s Best Life” podcast.
Contact Information
Certifications
- Credentialed
Associations
- AKC
- Accredited
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible entrance
- wheelchair accessible parking
Location
19401 S Sonoita Hwy, Vail, AZ 85641Listing Tools for Trainers
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