Jeffery has experience in full time dog training since July 2007, and in part time dog training since June 2006. He also has experience in dog training with his own dogs since 1974. He is very familiar with German Shepherds, Dobermans,
Rottweiler's, American Bulldogs, Siberian Huskies & Mixed Breeds.
With his own dogs:
Trains own dogs in Obedience, Rally, Agility & Assistance/Service Dog tasks.
Earned Canine Good Citizen Certificate (CGC) on his own dog
Has 4 American Bulldogs
Trained and earned Assistance Service Dog Certification with his own canines
Has 2 service Dogs - Mac (retired) & Rocko (active)
Assistance/Service Dog Public Access Certification Test Evaluator's Assistant
Clicker Training Instructor's Assistant at:
Sarasota Obedience Training Club (SOTC)
The Humane Society of Sarasota County (HSSC)
Mark is a firm believer in positive behavior training. He trained with Stewart Kennels in 1978, where old fashion methods were used with choke collars, etc. It is good to know both methods and prefer to use a more positive approach. He believes that good personal relation skills are important in communication with the pet handler so they can grow together as a team and build the bond that is necessary.
With his own dogs:
Trains own dogs in Obedience, Rally, Agility & Assistance/Service Dog tasks.
Earned Canine Good Citizen Certificate (CGC) on his own dog
Has 1 Australian Cattle dog Mix
Trained and earned Assistance/Service Dog Certification with his own canine