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About Me
My name is Tim Bliss
I have had dogs around me all my life, and my love for them has only increased over the years. I have worked as a dog walker, raised puppies until they were read to be trained as seeing-eye dogs, and did initial basic training for them. Before starting my own business, I worked as a full time as a Petco dog trainer. In 2021 I did the Victoria Stilwell (the internationally renowned dog trainer in the “It’s Me or the Dog” television series) Academy Dog Behavior Conference, and the Dog Behavior Business Conference. I am a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers.
My training philosophy
Positive reinforcement = Positive results
I use only positive science-based training methods, and understand the needs of both dogs and owners. I get the dogs to do what is asked because they want to do so, not because they are not dog correction or dog restraining methods that rely on force. Dogs want to do what they are asked to do for various reasons, such as getting rewards such as treats, playtime, walks or other incentives. After these initial inducements however, the primary reason why a dog wants to do what you ask is because he gets your clearly shown approval and love. This, along with exercise and mental stimulation, will bring bliss to your family; because a well trained dog is a happy dog!
All my training is done with the customer in the customer's own home. This is because the dog will learn in its own environment, rather than being trained in a different environment, and having to relearn everything when it gets home. Also, most importantly, the owner is actively involved in every part of the dog's training. At the end of the day home is where your dog is.
