Training with Purpose…
Making science simple so that you can develop a more solid relationship with your dogs
UPCOMING SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS
LaTROBE, PA
April 4 & 5, 2020
Various Workshops and Clinics
Building Speed, Motivation and Drive
Sun: Master Handling Coursework
Morgantown, WV
April 7 through April 21, 2020
Various ClinicsPuppy & Young Dogs, Weaves, Contacts (Stopped/Running), Skills & Drils, Master etc.
Private sessions being scheduled
BRISTOL, FL
May 1-3, 2020
Sat: Class schedule to be advised
Sun: Class schedule to be advised.
CRYSTAL RIVER, FL
TBA, 2020
Advanced/Masters Handling Skills & Drills Clinic
Masters Handling and Coursework Clinic
PAST SEMINARS
BRISTOL, FL
October 12 & 13, 2019
Bristol,Florida
February 8 & 9, 2019
GAINESVILLE, FL
January 25 & 26, 2020
NAPLES, FL
January 17-19, 2020
Bristol,Florida
December 13 & 14, 2019
GAINESVILLE, FL
November, 2019
BRISTOL, FL
October 12 & 13, 2019
Bristol,Florida
September 13 & 14, 2019
MORGANTOWN, WA
August 22 – September 1, 2019
GAINESVILLE, FL
July 26 – 28, 2019
Bristol,Florida
July 20 – 21, 2019
MORGANTOWN, WA
May 20 – May 31, 2019
BRISTOL, FL
May 11 & 12, 2019
GAINESVILLE, Florida
April 26 – 29, 2019
CAIRO, GA
April 20 & 21, 2019
BRISTOL, FL
March 23 & 24, 2019
Bristol, Florida
February 9 & 10, 2019
GAINESVILLE, FL
February 2 & 3, 2019
LUCKY DOG, NAPES, FL
Jan 11 & 14, 2019
NAPLES, Florida
January 12 & 13, 2019
CHARLESTON, South Carolina
OCTOBER 13-14, 2018
MORGANTOWN, West Virgina
SEPTEMBER 11 – 16, 2018
PUNTA GORDA, FL
AUGUST 10, 11 & 12, 2018
GAINESVILLE, Florida
June 30 – July 1, 2018
PUNTA GORDA, FL
MAY 19 & 20, 2018
GAINESVILLE, Florida
May 21 & 22, 2018
GAINESVILLE, FL
MARCH 17 & 18, 2018
NAPLES, Florida
January 13 – 14, 2018
BEVERLY HILLS, FL
FEBRUARY 23-25, 2018
BEVERLY HILLS, FL
December 15 – 17, 2017
WHAT WE DO
Join us for Purposeful Training and Workshops
Using a Positive Approach to Training
Suzanne approaches her training using a more positive reinforcement based methodology relying on the principles of behavior and learning theory to achieve and maintain more reliable behaviors with her dogs. Taking this more analytical and scientific approach has produced behaviors far more reliable in any environment and a dog able to cope with many distractions.
Understanding the Principles of Behavior
One of the main concepts of a positive based methodology is “CHOICE”. Once an animal is able to freely choose to do a behavior and the trainer can reward that choice, it is then that learning truly happens. Through a history of reinforcement for good choice and putting behavior under stimulus control an animal and truly learn to love what we want them to do.
Why Punishment is Detrimental to Learning
The world of dog training is still steeped in most part with the use of verbal or physical aversives in order for the trainer to achieve what they perceive to be the end goal. Once punishers are implemented – ALL learning slows down, deteriorates or stops. Here at Sonic Canines our approach is to give the animal a better understanding by rewarding good choices, controlling reinforcement and building on success.
What the STUDENTS Are Saying
Don’t just take it from me, let my students do the talking!
“Suzanne Wesley is not only a superb professional trainer, she is a caring and understanding individual. Her ability to break down behaviors is so clever. Not only does she relate well with the dogs she teaches she is also supportive to the individual needs of each handler. It does not matter if you have years of experience or are just starting out with your first dog, Suzanne will customize your training plan to what you and your dog needs first and foremost. ”
Getting the opportunity to train with Suzanne has exceeded all of my expectations. She has an unbelievable amount of knowledge which allows her to fully break down old behaviors and build them again using a newer scientific based approach. She is also able to explain the exact steps a handler will need to take in order to improve whatever particular exercise you are working on. This is extremely important because oftentimes we know a behavior needs to be changed, but we don’t necessarily know how to fix it. The content of her lessons and clinics along with the step-by-step instruction is invaluable to both new and experienced handlers. Suzanne is patient with questions, pushes you to move forward and she has a quick wit which keeps training light and fun. Last but not least, My puppy has constant wagging tail from the beginning to end of our sessions and that is a wonderful reflection of Suzanne’s training methods!
VENDORS & LINKS WE LIKE
Naomi is the owner of Twisted Bliss – It’s all About the Dog. She has some of the best toys for our performance dogs in the United States. You can contact her through the FB link provided for more information and details regarding her toys.
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