Certified Dog Trainers in East Northport, New York

Lorrie Francis is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) and Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT). She has 15 years of full time dog training experience working with puppies, basic manners, fear & anxiety, aggression and leash reactivity. She dedicated her entire life working in various facets of the animal care industry - vet clinics, animal shelters, service dog organizations, rescue groups and grooming salons.rnrnLorrie's reward based training programs are motivated by helping dogs and owners live more fulfilled and harmonious lives together.

Owner of Thinking Canine. Offering in person consultation in NY and zoom globally.

CGC Evaluator #10107 IACP Member 1538 Certified E-Touch Graduate I offer in-home private lessons as well as seasonal outdoor “real life” group training using motivational techniques for both dog and their owners. By teaching you how to train your dog, you will learn the skills necessary to avoid problem behaviors before they occur; as well as teaching you how to correct problem behaviors your dog may already have. I also offer behavioral consults and behavior modification programs.

Tara graduated from Animal Behavior College in 2008 and has run a successful dog training and pet sitting business since then. She has taken her skills to a new venue, by providing her service with a non-profit organization that provides dog-assisted activities to individuals with special needs. She has been a dog trainer with them since February 2013, and has loved being a part of their organization! They are looking to expand their services to encompass military veterans suffering from brain injuries and PTSD. Tara has also continued her studies and is working full-time at a specialty veterinary clinic in New York, working part-time at an exotic animal hospital, as well as attending school part-time for Veterinary Technician studies.