Indiana Dog Whisperer
Indiana Dog Whisperer

Indiana Dog Whisperer

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Introduction
I have been working with dogs for over 30 years as a dog behaviorists. The difference between my services and a training typically offered at a chain pet store is I don't just teach the dogs commands. First, I study the behavior of each dog to figure out why it is behaving the way they are and then address the behavior using a strategy appropriate to the desired outcome. Each case is unique because each dog is different. I do not use or promote the use of negative reinforcement training (prong collars, shock collars, etc…) No case is too aggressive to be addressed. I specialize in socialization, treadmill and potty training, as well as food/dog/human aggression and much more. I am absolutely able to travel in order to serve not only the Central Indy area but across the United States and prices are the best in the behaviorist industry. I am not a “Board and Train” I only do home sessions. It is the best way to get the dog you want in your environment. I TRAVEL ANYWHERE!
Overview

Hired 25 times

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34 years in business

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2020

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Tracey T.
Apr 19, 2024
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Vernon was nothing less than AMAZING!!!! We have two 8 year old lab mixes and a 1 year old Havanese. In less than 4 hours we were able to loose leash walk all three. The Havanese loves to bark. We were able to address this with dogs, people and a rabbit on the first walk. We were able to get all three to sit and stay while we enjoyed conversation and snacks at the dining room table and set a play place for my grandson where the dogs watched patiently. I cannot say how much we appreciate Vernon. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND him.

Details: 1 - 2 years old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • I'm flexible • General obedience training • Leash pulling • House training • Barking • Crate training • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Laura E.
May 7, 2021
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Vernon was absolutely fantastic. My husband and I are both first time puppy owners, and we were having trouble getting our little guy potty trained. There were so many things that we were doing wrong, and we didn’t even realize it. Our Yorkie is a completely different dog after Vernon‘s visit. Can’t recommend him enough!

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Leash pulling • House training • Crate training • My home, venue, etc.

Dog Training
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Jordan N.
Mar 3, 2020
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Wow!! Cannot say enough good things about our session today with Marci. She was SO incredibly knowledgeable, and treated our dogs and family with respect the entire time. I love how she knew my name, my wife’s name, my son’s name, and my dogs’ names within three minutes of being in my house. She was able to address all of our issues, and I now have confidence to lead my dogs :) Also, I loved the treadmill training. The dogs loved it, and you could already tell their mental shift. Marci, thank you so much!

Details: 2 - 10 years old • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • Leash pulling • Barking • Destructive behavior • My home, venue, etc.

Dog Training
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Samantha P.
Nov 23, 2019
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We had an excellent experience working with Vernon. He tailored the training specifically to our dog’s behavioral issues, it has been less than a week and we have seen a dramatic improvement in the behavior and attitude of our dog. Would highly recommend.

Details: 2 - 10 years old • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Private lessons • Aggressive behavior modification • Biting • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Dog Training
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Nancy E.
Oct 8, 2019
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I was having some behavior issues with my 6 month old female Rottweiler After Vernon and Marci helped us train her, I no longer have these problems. They trained me right along with the dog on how to handle her and it worked! I highly recommend these 2 to train your dog. They are wonderful people and we felt right at home with them. It was well worth it!

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • Leash pulling • House training • Biting • Destructive behavior • My home, venue, etc.

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