Dogs Bay Training Testimonials: Thank You from Tomato

Friday, April 9, 2010

Thank You from Tomato

Dear Lindsey,
Thank you so much for all of the advice & training you gave to us. From the moment you walked in the door--Tomato recognized a "pack leader" & this was great for us to see because you became our model.
We are still learning and sometimes if we get "lazy" Tomato now reminds us to get back on track as a leader. Tomato is a much happier dog now that she is not in charge and everyone has commented to us how much her behavior and personality have changed. We've also been watching the "Dog Whisperer" to keep our skills up to pare and working with Tomato without the words, but in silence as you suggested and as Cesar models on his show and, hence, our bond with Tomato continues to grow. Thank you again & we will call you soon about the treadmill training!

Love,
D&S Alberts (Tomato-woof & Reba-woof)
Your training program is amazing & Lindsey is a skilled and caring trainer with an obvious love for dogs!
S&D Albert

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Deb Scanzillo, is the owner and Certified Trainer of Dogs Bay Training and Dogs Bay Country Club for Dogs. Deb is a 1994 graduate of Companion School for Dog's Certification Course in Behavior Modification and Obedience. Deb is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers and has attended numerous seminars and workshops with Cesar Millan, Dr. Ian Dunbar DVM, Ph.D., CPDT, Dr. Karen Overall MA, VMD, Ph.D., Patricia McConnell Ph.D., Steve Dale,Trish King CPDT, Karen Pryor, Terry Ryan CPDT, Pia Silvani CPDT, Sue Sternberg, Nicole Wilde CPDT, Jan Elster, Teoti Anderson CPDT and Turid Rugaas...just to name a few :) "I am one of the fortunate ones that has found their true passion and God given gift in life. I have been training dogs for over 14 years and could not imagine doing anything else."

Lindsey Lehman is a certified educator currently working in the Holland area. She completed her Certification in Dog Obedience and Behavior Modification through Dogs Bay Training in the spring of 2009. Lindsey is also the new proud owner of Dogs Bay Training North (a subsidiary of Dogs Bay Training) helping to better serve the greater Grand Haven/Muskegon Areas.
She has worked with dogs for over 5 years and has developed a vast understanding of animal psychology and behavior through her many years of rehabilitating wildlife as well.
"I have always been intrigued with animals; the way they communicate and interact with one another, their social structures, and how well they can read humans! Even though I work with dog's everyday, I am constantly humbled by the intelligence, loyalty, and friendship they demonstrate to us humans. It's no wonder they are called our best friends!
My goal in Dog Training is to help bridge the communication gap between man and dog. I want to renew "that special bond" humans often share with their canine companions so the owner not only understands how to communicate commands properly, but also learns how to "unleash" and have some fun with their dog.

Robert Crough - "I've been around dogs all my life, personally and professionally. As a teen in Kentucky and Tennesee I would watched intently as ranchers and stock contractors use Cattle Dogs to control massive herds of livestock with grace and precision. I've been able to witness first hand how the Kiwi train Aussie Shepards to heard sheep in New Zealand. These experiences motivated me to go to G.V.S.U. for an AS in animal biology 2004,2005. In 2006 I was hired at Companion School for Dogs as a manager of the dog school, and was quickly promoted to General Manager of the company. I was able to be taught dog behavior by two of the mostsuccessful trainers in the state, Deb Scanzillo, and the late Jim Scanzillo. My experience there was priceless. I was pack leader for a free roam pack of 25 dogs! In 2007 I traveled to Los Angeles to attend a dog behavior class put on by the "Dog Whisperer" himself Cesar Milan! I'm now at Dogs Bay in the Dog Rehabilitation Pack and as a personal trainer".