Connie Swaim is a Certified Training Partner with Karen Pryor Dog Training Academy. She authored Idiots Guide Puppies in 2015. She has worked for several years in Search and Rescue with human remains detection dogs. She was the Director of Canine Training at the Humane Society of Indianapolis for five years. She implemented behavior modification protocols and worked with other shelters to help save dogs deemed unadoptable.
Connie Swaim's Training Philosophy
Connie Swaim believes in training dogs to work with us rather than forcing them. She uses positive, reward-based tools. Her goal is to help dog owners learn how to train their dogs and maintain the behaviors they wish their dog to have.
Services Offered
Connie Swaim offers a full range of dog training services, including:
- In-home training
- Video consulting
- Phone consulting
She works with dogs that have serious behavior issues, including dogs with bite histories. She also offers training for:
- Canine Good Citizen tests
- Scent work
- Fun and games
She does not offer service dog training or protection dog training.
Certifications
Connie Swaim is a Certified Training Partner through the Karen Pryor Academy (KPA-CTP).
Specializations
Connie Swaim specializes in helping dogs with:
- Fear issues
- Reactivity issues
- Leash pulling
- House soiling
- Boredom or stress-induced behaviors
- Crate or separation anxiety
- Attention-seeking behaviors
- Issues with children and dogs
- Basic obedience
- Scent work
- Fun and games
Training Methods
Connie Swaim uses positive, reward-based training methods.
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