Upward Dog Training & Counseling

Gallivan is proud to be a graduate of San Francisco's esteemed Academy for Dog Trainers. His hard work has helped him achieve the "Certified Professional Dog Trainer- Knowledge Assessed", and "Certified Behaviour Counselor Canine-Knowledge Assessed" credentials from the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. Having these letters after his name means he knows how to teach dog owners how to coach their pets. Thousands of dogs have taken his classes and learned to behave without fear or force. The classes are small and dog-friendly, without fear or force. The best way for dogs to learn is to keep them safe, comfortable and happy. This program will teach you how to teach your dog the following skills: Sit; Pay attention; Lie down; Stay; Come!; Every time you ask! Even the apparently “Simple” skills like loose leash heel and leave it! The program adds these in every class. Some of the important exercises to improve communication, reduce mouthiness and jumping up, as well as many other things, are also included. Other features include on-site instructions, lesson plans with detailed explanations, treat bags, text support, etc.

Happy reviews from other customers show the success of Gallivan in turning around behavior in problem dogs through his training methods. Bigger yet aggressive dogs looked manageable and happy in portraits with smaller dogs. This established improvement surprised owners, and one pooch with special needs became more manageable and calm. The training is what he enhances — from basic protocols to reducing anxiety and aggression. The knowledge and patience of Gallivan helped when he got anxious when exposed to large spaces. His passion for the welfare of any dog is shown by the handouts he gives owners. This is a key development tool for the dog and its owner at home. This ramps up the training the dog gets from the master and enhances social behavior. The training and behavioral therapy for the special dog needs get a positive boost and across other dogs one can think of. Gallivan is an example of a trainer that dogs and owners would wish to go for.