Anne Springer, BSc.,CPCT, IPDTA, APDT - Canine Behavior - Dogs - Animals/Pets

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Expert Profile: Anne Springer, BSc.,CPCT, IPDTA, APDT

Expertise: I am happy to answer questions about: dog behavior and training, therapy dogs, training disabled dogs and recent rescues, and off leash play groups. I train using operant conditioning and clicker training, using various reinforcers from food to toys to getting out the door. I aspire to the LIMA school of thought, by using the "least invasive, most minimally aversive" means that I can to train dogs. I don't whisper - I translate!

Experience in the area
Fifty years of dog ownership, eight years as a professional teaching private and group lessons, and doing behavior consultations. American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Therapy Dogs, Inc. Tester/Observer. Special interest in pet/elder issues, and in therapy dogs.

Organizations
Truly Dog Friendly Association of Pet Dog Trainers

Publications
Gloucester Times Cape Ann Beacon Ipswich Chronicle Beverly Citizen Salem News

Education/Credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Cum Laude. Diploma in Dog Obedience Instruction, Graduate of NY School of Dog Grooming, Certified Pet Care Technician - American Boarding Kennels Assn., Certified Pet First Aid & CPR, American Red Cross

Awards and Honors
2002 Caregiver Award from the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare, for Pawsitive Connections Program (pet/elder issues)

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What do you like about this subject? I'm a typical dog nerd. My home is maintained for the comfort and security of my dogs! I am in awe of them, not as tiny humans, but as the wonderful canine species that they are. They are my friends, my family, my dogs.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field? I am continually learning everything I can, and I go broke on books, seminars, and DVD's!

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know: Dogs do not live in packs with one "alpha male" and "alpha female". Their social groups are a lot more fluid, and the so-called "dominance theory" is not very useful with them.

Something controversial or provocative about this subject I don't "whisper" - I TRANSLATE. My methods are modern, scientific, and dog friendly. If you believe that a dog needs to be "shown who's boss" or "corrected" into behaving, you need to find another expert. If you believe in a trusting, fair, and respectful relationship with your dog that still puts you in charge, then fire away - I'm happy to help.

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Prestige Points: 3420
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Total Questions (since joining AllExperts)		255

Recent Reviews from Users

Knowl	Clarity	Time	Politeness	Date
10	10	10	10	11/14/08
10	10	10	10	11/14/08
10	10	10	10	11/06/08
10	10	10	10	10/30/08
10	10	10	10	10/29/08

User Comments

Good advice! Never thought of using a muzzle, but may try it (in addition to seeing a behaviorist). Many thanks.
(Stephanie on 11/14/08)

I don't think the dogs are scared of noise, and I have a clicker so I will read up and try that. I also am not allowing any other humans near them and
(Carrie on 11/14/08)

thanks for your input... it puts my mind at ease (since both dogs seem to be having a blast!) I tried separating them and both just wanted to get back
(kristine on 11/06/08)

Thank you so much for your informative and reassuring response.
(Kara on 10/30/08)

Thanks so much!!! I just bought Brenda Aloff's book... hoping to learn more about dog's body lamguage!!
(Jatinder on 10/29/08)

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Recent Answers from Anne Springer, BSc.,CPCT, IPDTA, APDT

2008-11-14 young Affen started biting visitors: This is called territorial/fearful aggression, and is common in dogs that are under- or un-socialized to a lot of visitors during puppy hood, and in some high strung breeds. Some behavior specialists...

2008-11-13 Rescue dogs: My guess is that they may have been quite under-socialized to people, but it's good that they aren't being aggressive in any way. If you expose them to others, be sure that no one reaches for them, or...

2008-11-05 Our rescue pup plays rough!: First thing to do is to see if your Chihuahua is really having a good time. You can do that by pulling Porter away for a bit. If your Chihuahua appears that he wants to get away, and looks like he is...

2008-10-29 Digging holes: As far as the "Come!" training, your dog might just be finally feeling more confident, thus more independent, in your home. Grab Leslie Nelson's DVD, "Really Reliable Recall" (www.cleanrun.com). It's...

2008-10-28 Growling from Fear: I suspect that your pup did not get adequate socialization when she was between the ages of 8-16 weeks, which is the critical socialization period for dogs. So, she is probably very fearful of those things...