The Academy

10 recommendations and reviews from 4 people

• Referral from April 29, 2015
  

  Susan H. asked:

  Looking for dog trainers to train a group your technique we are willing to travel up two 2 hours. Please comment with your information or suggestions of trainers

  

  Tara P. replied:

  I would like to offer my services Susan. I to have worked with the animal control in town, am a certified Behaviour Adjustment Training instructor, have completed my Family Paws Parent Education licensing, and currently run a successful dog daycare overnight and grooming shop. I have been a progressive reinforcement trainer for over five years and believe in a least invasive, minimally aversive method of behaviour modification. I can work with you, set up an intake assessment protocol and help with your cause. You can call me personally at (403) 872-5686

  

  Niki N. replied:

  Tara Palardy at The Academy is highly reccomended. Works with rescue groups regularly and has BAT training. She uses positive reinforcement techniques to ensure success and a happy relationship with your dog.

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• Referral from January 17, 2014
  

  Hailey P. asked:

  Looking for recommendations for an exceptional dog trainer. My nearly 5 month old purebred beagle puppy disobeys constantly. I house trained him in 2 weeks and he listens when told to sit, but he bites a lot,I chews on anything he can get his mouth on, and completely ignores all other commands (stay,no,drop,come,down) I've been reading/watching everything on this topic and have tried everything as well, seems nothing takes! I have two small children so it's very important I break these bad behaviors immediately. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

  

  Tara P. replied:

  I'd love to talk about your dog Haley. Call me at (403) 342-0085 or (403) 872-5686 - new classes starting as early as tomorrow to help improve your dogs relationship with you (classes are also available on monday)

  

  Lynda H. replied:

  Haley, I recommend Tara who runs The Academy in Red Deer.

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• Referral from January 13, 2015
  

  Bianca H. asked:

  I'm looking for a dog trainer, a really great one. I have a female pitty, 10 months, she's a tank, very friendly but terrible at greetings, very stubborn and eats everything! Please :)

  

  Tara P. replied:

  I have to clarify something. Only rcmp officers train rcmp dogs. Kari trains for bite sport and protection. A little different. You can call me at (403) 872-5686. I have time this weekend to work with you

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• Referral from June 24, 2014
  

  Lori R. asked:

  I really need to get some thinning shears. Is there anywhere locally that sells them? All the places I look at online all say, go try some. Or does anyone have any recommendations? I am grooming poms, just my own.

  

  Tara P. replied:

  Sorry Lori. I had an emergency today and hope to meet with you. I can meet with you anytime this week. (403) 872-5686

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• Referral from July 4, 2013
  

  Katrina G. asked:

  any one know of a good dog walker? Please let me know, facebook me, thanks

  

  Tara P. replied:

  (403) 872-5686 call me any time 9-9

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• Referral from September 29, 2012
  

  Brittany B. asked:

  Does any one know a dog walker?

  

  Tara P. replied:

  I would love to walk your kid! Call me at (403) 872-5686. I can give you daytime hours (Tuesday and Thursdays at 11?) and we offer passes!!

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• Referral from November 22, 2012
  

  Angie H. asked:

  looking for an awesome dog trainer, preferably close to Blackfalds. My Husky was attacked badly at the Ox Bow off leash park back in May. And now he went from a friendly loving playful dog, to an aggressive dog to other dogs. I need someone to work with us in beginning the steps of re-socializing him with other dogs, especially large breed dogs. Would love someone who has experience with the Husky breed. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks

  

  Leslie D. replied:

  OH YES please call Tara at The Academy she is a postive reinforcement trainer who is working with a Husky now teaching him to pull his sled 403 872-5686

  

  Leslie D. replied:

  You bet you can reach her at The Academy or Tara Palardy

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