ABC OBEDIENCE DOG TRAINING
& PET SUPPLIES
Robi Tatkin
2458 Boston Post Road, Guilford CT 06437
(203) 458-2223(ABCD)
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About ABC Obedience


History and Background
    Robi Tatkin, owner of ABC Obedience has an extensive background in working with dogs. Raised with show dogs, she began successful competition obedience at the age of 10. After working in Psychology with a Master's Degree, she began ABC Obedience Dog Training which flourished very quickly and soon became her chosen career path. Since then, hundreds have chosen ABC Obedience Dog Training and have continued to refer others. We hope this information is useful to help you choose the trainer that is right for you and your dog!

    General Information

  • Training dogs in the New Haven/Shoreline area since 1993
  • Over 1500 satisfied customers
  • Veterinary Recommended
  • Specializing in "real life" manners and training
  • Masters Degree in Psychology (clinical)
  • Reinforcement theory background
  • Expert in Systematic Desensitization for fears/phobias
  • Experienced instructor at prominent Connecticut training facilities
  • Licensed training facility in Guilford (1 mile from Branford) since 1996
  • Groups in Guilford



    • What makes ABC Obedience different from other training?

  • Positive Motivation, including toys, praise, treats, etc.
  • Full instruction to properly use motivators correctly without becoming "treat dependent"
  • Blend of modern motivational techniques with tried and true traditional methods
  • Dogs do NOT need to be handled harshly to earn respect!
  • Emphasis on communication between people and dogs
  • Focus on owner education and skills (we train you to train your dog)
  • Results you can see as quickly as the first session!
  • Specializing in "real life" manners and training
  • Skilled in learning methods, to help YOU retain and understand information
  • FUN!
  • Non"breedist" all types of dogs welcome
  • Socializing/free play
  • Classes open for observation, references available

    • GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
    • Certified by Cornell University in solving canine behavior problems
    • Member of several professional dog training organizations including APDT (Assoc. of pet Dog Trainers, Connecticut Pet Dog Trainers, ABA (American Behavioral Association)
    • CPDT (Certified Pet Dog Trainer)
    • Graduate of advanced level program in Professional Canine Education from Professional Animal Behavior Association
    • Certificate from New England Dog Training Association in Canine Behavioral Problems
    • State licensed training facility
    • Familiar with a variety of breeds/mixed breeds (although dogs are individual, & shouldn't be stereotyped)
    • Involved in competition obedience (current titles on personal dogs)
    • Regular attendance at professional seminars & educational camp
    • Instructor experience at major training facilities
    • Proficient at positive reinforcement with proven results
    • Skilled at variety of behavioral issues from housebreaking to dominance problems
    • Veterinarian recommended
    • Excellent client referrals

    Services Offered

  • Beginner groups for puppies and adult dogs (age 12 weeks to 12 years!)
  • Private sessions in your home, in public, our training facility or a combination.
  • Caning Good Citizen Classes and Test
  • Competition Prep Classes (prepare to compete at the Novice level, no experience required)
  • Special workshops, including: tricks, training dinner parties, obstacle courses, etc.
  • Clicker training (does not involve a computer mouse) ;-)
  • The infamous Training Games Class
  • MORE!

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