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Şansal and Sharon's Site

Taryn Hodge, CPDT at A Pawsitive Puppy Solution -- (573) 353-2934.  Taryn (photo at left) has earned "Certified Pet Dog Trainer" (CPDT) certification from the international organization, the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.  Taryn is one of a handful of CPDTs in the state.  Taryn teaches in Holts Summit, MO, located between Columbia and Jefferson City.

Dog Behaviorists

Susan Caraker, DVM, is a 2000 grad of the MU Vet School.  Dr. Caraker runs a local Columbia practice specializing in behavioral counseling.  Her phone number is:  (573) 214-2336. 


Debra Horowitz, DVM, the only board-certified veterinary behaviorist in Missouri, is available for consultations in St. Louis at Veterinary Behavior Consultations, 314-567-413, debhdvm@aol.com


If you live outside the Columbia area, Sharon suggests searching the Association of Pet Dog Trainers trainer search for a behaviorist in your area--check for one with a "CPDT" certification that offers behavior counseling.

Though Sharon no longer teaches obedience classes, she is happy to recommend the following local instructor:

Private Dog Training Instruction

Taryn is a positive reinforcement trainer who specializes in helping owners turn unruly dogs into well-mannered family pets.  She has an excellent knowledge of dog training and behavior and is a wonderful people-person, as well.  She is experienced at using clicker training and other positive methods, and teaches both group and private classes.  Taryn's dogs include a Lab, a Standard Poodle and a Border Collie.