Unleash Your Dog's Potential with Fun and Playful Training!
At Dog Gone Fun!, we believe that training your dog should be a fun and rewarding experience for both you and your furry friend. Our mission is to provide positive and playful training methods that are fast, friendly, and effective. Our goal is to help you unleash your dog's potential and strengthen the bond between you and your companion.
Our Story
Our journey began in Seattle, Washington, where our founder, Colleen Shanahan, fell in love with dogs after rescuing her first dog, Maddy, in 1996. Colleen's passion for dog training led her to pursue a certificate in professional dog training in 1997. With her degree in Elementary Education, she discovered many similarities between dogs and children and applied this philosophy to her canine clients and their companions. She soon opened Dog Gone Fun! in Seattle, Washington, and later moved to the beautiful Rogue Valley in Southern Oregon to fulfill her dream of being a professional dog trainer.
Our Services
We offer a range of services designed to cater to your dog's unique needs and personality. Our group classes cover basics manners like nice leash walking, no jumping, stay, and come when called, as well as problem-solving common issues. Our private lessons are ideal for busy pet owners or those who need to address specific issues, such as barking at other dogs, thunder phobia, or home alone problems. Our training methods are gentle, fun, and easy to follow, ensuring that you and your dog have a blast while learning and growing together.
Our Philosophy
At Dog Gone Fun!, we believe that dog training should be positive and fun for both dogs and humans. We understand that dogs, just like humans, learn best in a positive environment that is playful yet instructive. Our training philosophy is centered around using gentle, fun, and easy methods to quickly and effectively train your dog. We believe that most pet problems can be solved by applying the basic principles of learning and using simple techniques.
Meet Our Founder
Colleen Shanahan is a certified dog trainer and behavior consultant with a wealth of experience in the industry. She is certified by the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants and has completed various courses and workshops with leading behaviorists. Colleen is committed to ethical business practices and wholeheartedly supports The dogbiz Business Code of Ethics.
Trainer's Expertise and Teaching Style
Many reviewers praised Colleen's expertise and teaching style, describing her as a "true master, " "knowledgeable, " and "compassionate" dog trainer. They appreciated her ability to teach positive reinforcement techniques and provide a wealth of knowledge about dogs.
Puppy Socialization and Training
Several reviewers specifically mentioned Colleen's puppy socialization classes, praising her careful approach to preventing the spread of diseases and her focus on providing a safe and fun environment for puppies. They also appreciated the variety of training options, including group and individual sessions.
Negative Experiences
On the other hand, a few reviewers had negative experiences with Colleen, citing instances of poor communication, interruption, and lecturing. They felt disrespected and ignored, and in one case, were asked to leave a class without being given a chance to try.
Conclusion
Overall, the majority of reviewers appreciated Colleen's expertise and teaching style, and found her training services to be helpful and enjoyable. However, a few reviewers had negative experiences that detracted from their overall satisfaction.
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