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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Puppy | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a 10 week old Wheaten puppy that we just got. I am about 99% happy with the amount he is ... A: 1. It sounds like a mix between a dog playing a game and a puppy beginning to challenge authority ... | |
| I have a yelping great dane | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: but whenever i leave the basement and go upstairs he starts to yelp. I have tried to do the ... A: Tristan, It sounds as though you have a very interesting situation on your hands. If your dog does ... | |
| Dog training | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old Alsatian and a one year old Dalmatian. My dogs have gotten into a habit of ... A: Daniel, This is an important question. When it comes to our dogs' safety, we need to be careful. ... | |
| pottying in the house at 8 yrs old | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a beagle and hound mix, she is now 8 yrs old. About three weeks ago she has started to go ... A: Mandy, It is likely that your dog might be sick, especially if these behaviors have never shown up ... | |
| New Dog Behaviors | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: Over the last year we have moved to the country with our 3 year old Newfoundland mix dog. He has ... A: I am sorry I could not answer your question sooner. Based on what you are telling me, your ... | |
| Crate Bathroom Problems | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: We have a 10 month old Miniature Schnauzer and he has recently started going to the bathroom in his ... A: Charles, What time does your dog potty in the crate? Is it between the 8:30 to 12:30 time, or the ... | |
| Afraid of doors? | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: My family recently rescued a 4 year old West Highland Ranch terrier, Bella. Bella is reluctant to ... A: Merry, The following are some suggestions that might help you teach Bella that coming indoors is ... | |
| shih-tzu misbehavior, anxiety | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: We have a 9 year old shih-tzu, named Lacey. She has been great all these years but we dont know ... A: Your question is a very complex one. Here are a few considerations: 1. Dogs view the world in ... | |
| Dog Sleep Habits | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: Our 8 year old Italian Greyhound has been getting up at 4 am most mornings. He is barking in his ... A: I understand your frustration. I have dealt with this type of behavior with one of my dogs as well. ... | |
| New Pomeranian | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: My elderly parents brought a new 1 year old Pomeranian into their home about a month ago and he ... A: Depending on the dog, it could take him up to six months, or even one year, to get fully acclimated ... | |
| Housebreaking | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: PLEASE HELP! I have a 3 year old MIN PIN at home for some reason pees inside. he usually pees on ... A: I admire your seeking advice. With that said, I will admire you further when you follow through ... | |
| Aggressive behavior | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: We have recently taken in a stray dog that exhibits behaviors that make us think he may have been ... A: Before I begin, I want to suggest that you are in contact with a professional dog trainer near you. ... | |
| puppy biting owner | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a friend who is a true animal lover. Her husband brought her home a 8 week old puppy from the ... A: This situation sounds serious, so Brenda's continued work with her trainer is essential. I have a ... | |
| my dog refuses to go on a walk | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a shih-tzu that will be 3 years old in September. All of his life he has loved to go for ... A: The question you are posing is an interesting one. It is very possible that something frightened ... | |
| overnight pooping | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: We have a one year old beagle mix and a 2 year old mutt that we're not sure what he is. Both dogs ... A: Why his behavior changed: When a dog's behavior changes, we need to look at what has changed ... | |
| english bull dog male spraying | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: and 1 is male. My male dog sprays every where in the house and he licks up the females urine what ... A: The information your vet gave you sounds about right. "Spraying"/"Marking" is a dominant behavior ... | |
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Erin Goddard
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{Erin is accepting a limited number of questions per day through the AllExperts site. She will answer these dog training questions for FREE. If Erin is not available to take any more questions, and/or if you want to be in contact with her more regularly, please contact her at Training.Inquiry@gmail.com} Erin can answer your dog training questions regarding any of the following: + Reducing your dog's anxiety, aggression, fear, hyper-activity, etc. + Encouraging your dog's confidence, desire to please, tolerance, and other positive behaviors + Understanding your dog's behaviors and feelings **EXAMPLE of WHAT YOU CAN ASK: "My dog runs around like crazy when I take him out of his kennel. What do I do?" - Health-related questions will be referred to veterinarian professionals. - Questions regarding a dog who behaves dangerously may be referred to a local animal behaviorist/professional, to ensure the safety of all of those involved. - Non-dog-training questions will not be answered. **EXAMPLE of WHAT NOT TO ASK: "My dog is throwing up a lot. What do I do?"
Experience
Trained dogs to competitive and working dog levels: Schutzhund BH, Schutzhund II Obedience, Schutzhund I Track, NNDDA Narcotics Detection, AKC CGC, AKC Novice Obedience, AKC Open Obedience, and AKC Novice Agility.
Worked with dog owners and their dogs with various problem-behaviors: aggression, anxiety, dominance, fear, leash walking, basic obedience, puppy training, potty training, behaviors when groomed, and competition-level training.
Organizations
Schutzhund USA
Education/Credentials
Graduated as a Professional Dog Trainer from the Tom Rose School for Professional Dog Trainers.
Graduated from John Brown University with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology, minor in English.
Awards and Honors
Honors from John Brown University: Psi Chi, Sigma Tau Delta, and Cum Laude
Awards from Tom Rose School for Professional Dog Trainers: First in Class to Complete the Novice Agility Test, Received V Rating for Novice Agility, Received V Rating for Dog House Test
Past/Present Clients
Erin is located in the suburbian area of Philadelphia, also known as the "Main Line."
Read more about the dog training services Erin provides, by checking out www.erinsdogtraining.com
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