Gardner Dog Training
Service area: Servicing all of Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Competition / Agility
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Basic Obedience
- Puppy Training
- Reactivity / Aggression
- Biting / Nipping
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- Group Classes
- In-Home
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Ongoing Weekly
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Balanced Training
Equipment:
- ✓ E-Collars
Gardner Dog Training utilizes a unique method that blends traditional reward training with a successful behavior modification program, aiming to develop a deeper, stronger bond between owners and their dogs.
They offer in-home/private lessons with Terry for owners and dogs dealing with behavior issues, where Terry can assess the problem in the home with the entire family present. Terry also conducts puppy classes. They can provide one-time visits for specific behavior problems or schedule ongoing in-home training sessions for broader goals.
Testimonials
“Jim and I want to thank you again for all the help and advice you gave us for Dusty. At the graduation ceremony I could hardly believe this was the same dog we literally dragged into the puppy class a few short months ago! We know that, as fearful as Daisy still is, we will be working to build her self-confidence throughout her lifetime. But she is definitely more confident and trusting as a result of both the puppy class and home obedience class, and we now know we have the tools we need to continue training. We wish you continued success with all dogs that are fortunate enough to benefit from your classes.”
– Jim, Kathy and Dusty Krusinski
“We wanted to send you a note and tell you how great Smithers is doing (he goes down in a flash!) he’s so eager to please. Thank you so much for all of your help and hard work with us this past summer. We really appreciate it!”
– Tammy, Jeff, Kate and Smithers Conlan
“A short note to thank you for helping out with Moses. Your guidance helped restore my self-confidence in dealing with Moses when we go for walks. I am now carrying a pouch on my waist with treats and we are walking with confidence instead of fear. Jeff and I appreciate all of the help and guidance you and Karla have given us.”
– Stacy Miller
About the Trainer
Gardner Dog Training offers dog training services with a unique method that blends traditional reward training with a successful behavior modification program. This approach aims to develop a deeper, stronger bond between owners and their dogs.
They provide in-home visits for one-time behavior problem resolution or ongoing training sessions for broader goals. The business guarantees that your best friend will have the best possible chance to meet your expectations.
The team includes Karla (Gardner) Hamlin and Terry Hamlin, both highly experienced trainers.
Accomplishments
Karla (Gardner) Hamlin has trained more than 5,000 dogs since 1972. She has been a licensed veterinary technician since 1976 and managed the Lucas County Dog Warden operations for 28 years. Karla holds a bachelor’s degree in communications and has authored dog-training articles published in various magazines and websites. She became a Certified Pet Dog Trainer through the American Pet Dog Trainer’s Association (ADPT) in 2003. She is a member of the National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors, the International Association of Canine Professionals, and other related associations. She has helped several dogs achieve AKC utility and Schutzhund 1, 2, and 3 titles and continues to train dogs for competition.
Terry Hamlin completed the Purdue Animal Behavior Clinic course “Dog! Principles of Behavior Modification.” He is especially skilled in handling aggressive dog problems, and his knowledge of dog behavior issues in the home is noted as unsurpassed in northwest Ohio. In the competitive world, Terry transformed a dog of a difficult breed into a high-scoring entry in a national event and raised another dog that attained the highest level in the Schutzhund category multiple times. Terry is a member of APDT and is certified in E-Touch training.
How to Get Started!
To get started, interested individuals can call Gardner Dog Training at 419-349-8596 or complete a form for more information, questions, or comments. The business looks forward to meeting prospective clients and their dogs.
Contact Information
Certifications
- CPDT-KA
- Credentialed
Associations
- APDT
- IACP
- Accredited
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking
Location
3427 Silica Rd, Sylvania, OH 43560Listing Tools for Trainers
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