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Hannah Burke Garbett, ACDBC
Hannah Burke Garbett, ACDBC

Hannah Burke Garbett, ACDBC

Hannah has a bachelor's degree in Zoology from The Ohio State University. She has been professionally training dogs since 2011 and has helped hundreds of owners live better lives with their canine companions. She has worked in several zoos with a variety of species including elephants, cheetahs and penguins.

Training Philosophy

Hannah specializes in helping busy families enjoy their dogs and build rewarding relationships using modern training methods rooted in applied behavior science. She strives to be at the forefront of the latest innovations regarding canine related research and behavior so that she can better help her clients with the most modern, humane and evidence based training methods.

Services

Hannah offers a variety of services, including:

  • Puppy Training:
    • New Puppy In-Home Training Consultation: This 90-minute consultation includes an evaluation of your puppy's behavior, a discussion of your concerns and training goals, a review of management techniques and strategies, the design of enrichment, potty training and crate training schedules, and the formulation of a training plan for manners, obedience and socialization. The investment is $250 and includes all the supplies you need to start training: clicker, treat pouch, training folder and treat samples.
    • Puppy Preschool: This program provides private dog training instruction in the comfort of your home. It consists of one lesson per week for four weeks, each lesson being approximately 60 minutes. The investment is $550.
    • Puppy Prep School: This comprehensive program was designed for busy families and professionals who want to give their puppies the best possible start. It consists of three lessons per week for six weeks. The investment is $2300.
  • Dog Training:
    • Initial In-Home Training Consultation: This 90-minute consultation includes an evaluation of your dog's behavior, a discussion of your concerns and training goals, a review of management techniques and strategies, the design of enrichment, exercise and training schedules, and the formulation of a training plan customized for your dog, your training goals and your lifestyle. The investment is $250 and includes all the supplies you need to start training: clicker, treat pouch, training folder and treat samples.
    • Foundations Training Program: This program provides private dog training instruction in the comfort of your home. It consists of one lesson per week for four weeks, each lesson being approximately 60 minutes. The investment is $550.
    • Comprehensive Training Program: This comprehensive program was designed for busy families who value the efficiency of having their dog work directly with an experienced trainer. It consists of three lessons per week for six weeks. The investment is $2300.
  • Virtual Training:
    • Initial Consultation: This 60-minute consultation includes a discussion of your dog's background, behavior history, training goals, and the beginning of initial training exercises. The investment is $145.
    • Follow Up Lessons: 60-minute follow up lesson - $125, 30-minute follow up lesson - $75.

Certifications

Hannah is an Associate Certified Dog Behavior Consultant with the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. She is also a Fear Free Certified Training Professional.

Specializations

Hannah specializes in helping busy families enjoy their dogs and build rewarding relationships using modern training methods rooted in applied behavior science. She has experience with aggression and separation anxiety, and she is experienced in teaching owners how to reduce fear, anxiety, and stress associated with handling, grooming and veterinary visits by teaching dogs to cooperate in their own care.

Training Methods

Hannah uses positive reinforcement based training methods. She believes that training should be fun for both the dog and the owner, and that it should help strengthen the bond between them.

Customer Reviews

Ace, Aussiedoodle - Hannah is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to puppy training. We started working with Hannah when our pup Ace was around 11 weeks old. We completed puppy preschool and puppy prep-school. Now at six months old we can’t believe how much Ace has learned. He’s well mannered at home, and we are able to take him out to dog friendly restaurants and park. People are always amazed at how well behaved and happy he is. We can’t recommend Hannah and The Proper Puppy enough!

Gus and Jett, Border Collies - Hannah is awesome! Her insight and experience are so valuable. A true treasure of a trainer! Both of my border collies have benefitted from Hannah’s training. Plus, they love her.

Katie, Evan and Homer - Evan and I can’t say enough good things about our lesson with you – every day he’s like, “that lesson was SO worth it.” So truly, thank you again and for all of these great materials!!! Homer is already better at “trade” and your tips about pre-empting bad behavior have been crucial.

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