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Expert Profile: Lorie Hartwick

Expertise:  I have been an accredited dog trainer and obedience instructor for the past 20 years. I am also a certified AKC good citizen instructor and tester. My approach on training is a proven method of do no harm lure reward system. This method gets you honest results in a short amount of time.If you have a problem or just need advice on anything from finding that perfect companion, to house breaking, puppy to adult training or AKC good citizen training or test I would be happy to help.

Experience in the area
Dog trainer with 20 experience, AKC instructor and tester of AKC good citizen test.I work with local rescue groups as animal behaviorist.

Education/Credentials
Animal behavior study, accredited dog training certificates, AKC accredited for the good citizen training and test.

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User Comments
Thank you so much! You are really helpful!
(Nettie on 09/18/08)
Thanks Lorie for the tips. I'll give your training idea a try.
(JD on 09/05/08)
Thank you soooooo much!
(Jennifer Alexander on 06/30/08)
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Recent Answers from Lorie Hartwick
2008-09-17  Crate Training a Puppy Anna, Yes I highly recommend crate training. I would use a wire/metal cage not too small but enough of room to have space to play, sleep and have an accident if left alone for a long period of time...
2008-09-16  my 6 year old dog Amy, First make a vet appointment and be sure he has no medical issues for not being able to hold it. I would start using a crate and get him crate trained so you can control most of his actions,when...
2008-09-15  What should i do? Becca, The best advise I give you is to take him to obedience classes. Since you don't know much of his history it will help you bond, and give him some reassurance that he is in the right place. Your...
2008-09-13  Running away Nettie, She is testing the waters, yes and cashing her only becomes a game. What I do in my practice to reinforce recall or any other command is very simple but effective. From 6 weeks old my...
2008-09-10  Housebreaking Jack Russell Terrier Nan, Yes I can see you need some help. First make sure he has no medical problem for not being able to hold it. Next, wash the crate or anywhere else he has gone with a urine neutralizer, you might...
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