Canine Communication
Canine Communication

Canine Communication

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$135
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Specific behaviors to address

Responds in about 51 min

Introduction
My name is Benji Tompkins and I am a certified dog behaviorist. I grew up in Colorado and now live in Arlington. Training dogs has been a major part if my life ever since I could walk, whether it was our family dog, or the neighbors. After college I worked in restaurants and bounced around the corporate world for many years but my love for dogs and people always has been at the heart of who I am. My approach to training has always been more about helping the humans as the care givers learn the leadership skills to teach their own dogs. If I train your dog and hand them back to you without giving you the skills to train and maintain you're own dog then I have failed as a trainer. I don't focus soley on sit, down, come, stay, heel. I teach humans how to communicate with their dogs so they can build a relationship that's founded on trust, respect, and love! I do my best to listen to my clients concerns and help bridge the gap between them and their dogs. As a dog dad myself I understand how important your 4 legged kids are to you and I will treat every client as if they were my own dog. I encourage you to visit my website for more information.
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4 years in business

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2023

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  • Benji is truly amazing. His is a dog whisperer.

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Chelsea B.
May 22, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack

My husband and I had been fostering through a rescue for a year and the day finally came that we foster failed and decided to adopt our foster dog. After we adopted him we noticed some behavioral issues that we weren't sure how to address ourselves (leash reactivity, chewing remotes when we weren't home, barking/growling at other dogs, etc.) and quickly got overwhelmed with all the information online. I decided to look start looking for a trainer, but specifically wanted to go through an individual trainer rather than a dog training business. I am so glad I found Benji on Thumbtack! Prior to our first session Benji scheduled a complimentary Zoom call for almost an hour to get a better understanding of what we were struggling with and what we wanted to achieve. He was also transparent about his pricing structure/lesson packages. He said after our first session he would recommend if he thought we needed 6 or 10 lessons. We have 2 dogs, an 11 year old Australian Shepherd and 2 year old Border Collie/Australian Shepherd. Benji also has a Border Collie mix so he understands herding breeds very well and what they need to be fulfilled/satisfied. Our first lesson Benji met us at our house and met our 2 dogs. At the end of the lesson he suggested 6 total lessons and recommended we get a treadmill for the dog we had just adopted. Throughout the 6 lessons Benji worked with us on a variety of issues: - not reacting to the doorbell - place command - training our younger dog on the treadmill (we are up to 2 hour long sessions a day!) - not pulling on the leash - leash reactivity - eating slowly/calmly (this is something we didn't even know was a problem that Benji was able to identify with our older dog and it has made such a difference!) The lessons are very customizable as well. Benji brought his dog to a lesson one day to help with leash reactivity and he met us at a coffee shop patio one lesson to work on helping our dogs be more calm in public settings. I truly cannot say enough positive things about our time working with Benji! We feel better equipped with understanding our dogs and ensuring they're fulfilled. It has made such a difference! We have also texted Benji outside of lessons to provide updates/ask questions if we need extra support. We will definitely reach out to Benji in the future for any questions/additional lessons!

Details: 1 - 2 years old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Private lessons • Aggressive behavior modification • Leash pulling • Barking • Destructive behavior • My home, venue, etc.

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JOSIAH B.
Aug 20, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack

Amazing! im speechless, he helped with my german shepherd and she is a well trained dog now. I would recommend him for anyone

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Small (16 - 25 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • House training • Biting • Chewing • My home, venue, etc.

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Tauny P.
Jul 31, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack

Benji is amazing. He trained me with my dogs. Which I feel is the best part. I highly recommend Benji as your new trainer. 😁

Details: 1 - 2 years old • Medium (26 - 40 lbs) • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Private lessons • Therapy or service dog training • My home, venue, etc.

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Jennifer B.
Jul 1, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack

Benji took the time upfront to get to know about me and my dogs. He caters his training time to the individual situation, problems and personalities. He is committed to the success of the training and is willing to dedicate as much time as needed to ensure it.

Details: 1 - 2 years old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Private lessons • General obedience training • Leash pulling • Barking • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Melanie M.
Nov 26, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack

We have 3 golden retrievers who are highly anxious and hyperactive, and within the first session, Benji was able to settle them down, and they were able to cooperate with our demands. We are very hopeful for our future sessions with Benji, and look forward to building a stronger bond with our dogs!

Details: 2 - 10 years old • Large (41 - 70 lbs) • Private lessons • Aggressive behavior modification • Leash pulling • House training • Barking • Biting • My home, venue, etc.

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Benjamin Tompkins

FAQs

  • What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

    We start off with a free virtual consultation to go over what training with me will be like. Then we set up a first lesson and after the initial lesson we will set up if they want a package deal.

  • What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

    I am a certified dog behaviorist. I have taken courses in ethology from animal behavior college. I have studied under many great behaviorists such as Brad Bevill and Robbie Estille.