Creating the Steps to Success for Dog Training

Improving Canine-Human CommunicationInstructor: Octavio “Tavi” Ontiveros is a dog trainer in Marin County and the greater San Francisco Bay Area. Tavi specializes in behavioral training for family dogs usingTraining Between the Ears℠ (TBTE) techniques. The TBTE method is a gentle and effective method that stresses advanced communication and cooperation between humans and dogs, cognitive emotional control, and relaxation to help dogs and their owners solve complex behavioral problems and eliminate conflict. More information at the TBTE website:https://www.trainingbetweentheears.com. Tavi has also completed over 300 hours in advanced canine obedience training with Michael Ellis, founder ofMichael Ellis School for Dog Trainershttp://michaelellisschool.com/.

Training with Tavi

The TaviTalks Lecture Series focuses on understanding dog behavior and improving communication with your canine family members.

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Big training challenges can broken down into smaller - achievable - steps in order to create a successful outcome.When we imagine a joyous and happy life with our dogs, it can often seem daunting to get to that state if our dogs have any behavioral issues or need to learn basic manners. The good news is we can make a lot of progress by following a consistent training process. But where do we start? What are the steps? Working with an experienced trainer like Tavi can be very helpful in having an expert help you break down the process and identify the simplest strategies to build towards success.In this lecture we will discuss key concepts and how to take a training goal and break it down into easy steps for both the dog and human to master. Topics we will discuss include:<ul><li>Examples of typical training challenges - either overcoming behavioral issues or working towards goals</li><li>Evaluating your dog's temperament and natural strengths</li><li>Guidelines on how to break down training challenges into achievable steps</li><li>How to overcome setbacks and build towards our ideal human-canine relationship</li></ul>And as always, we will allow plenty of time to answer your questions about other training topics and other questions you may have about your dog.NOTE: This event is for humans only.Space is limited -- please register in advance.