Co-owner Ruth LaRocque, CCS, CTC, has successfully completed studies for a Certificate in Canine Studies (CCS).  She is also Certified in Training and Counseling (CTC).   Ruth received her CTC training under the direction of Jean Donaldson (author of Culture Clash and other dog training books) and Janis Bradley (author of Dogs Bite But Balloons and Slippers Are More Dangerous) at the distinguished Academy for Dog Trainers located at the San Francisco SPCA.  Ruth's training involved formal work in the science-based study of animal learning theory and positive, reward-based training methods.  Please contact us via e-mail at SeattlePetPals@aol.com, or call 206-914-7387, for more information.


Available training services include:

*** New puppy assistance.  Have you recently brought home a new puppy?  Congratulations on your new family member!  Call now to schedule a private 90 minute session in your home to review new puppy training and answer any questions you might have.

*** Problem solving.  Do you have problems with your doggy exhibiting unwanted behaviors? Does your dog jump up on people, pull on leash, have housetraining lapses, chew your furniture or dig holes in your garden? Call now to schedule a private session in your home and get helpful information on ways to get immediate relief from problem behaviors.

***Behavior problems.  Do you dread walking your dog because he barks and lunges at other dogs while on leash?  Does your dog snap or bite when you try to take something away from her?  Contact us to schedule a consultation and we'll provide a personalized custom plan using safe, humane, proven methods to tackle these problems.