Adrienne Farricelli
As pretty evident my passion and main focus are dogs. My experience having worked for an AAHA approved animal hospital has enriched my knowledge and I enjoy sharing tips and insights concerning mainly dogs and their well being.
The veterinarians liked to call me ''their shadow'' because I was always around them trying to help as much as I could. I was always eager on learning about dog health and cat health, and I had this irresistible habit of peeking in charts to see what the vet's diagnosis was!
I have worked answering training and behavior questions for dog owners, and still as of today I offer consultations about dog topics on a popular pet website with thousands of happy clients.
My home is full of books about dog health and dog behavior. My favorite authors are Patricia McConnell, Turid Rugass, Ian Dunbar and Nicholas Dodman.
I have trained my dogs myself and for several people with dogs with behavior issues. I enjoy training using words sparingly and focusing more on body posture and gestures. I truly believe in the possiblity of rehabilitating dogs even when old and with a long time history of behavioral issues. I have successfully rehabilitated dogs suffering from aggression and extreme fear.
I currently own two Rottweilers and two kittens. They get along greatly since they were raised together. I am a fan of positive reinforcement training and started it since my dogs were 8 week old puppies.
I am advocate for the Rottweiiler breed and try my best in educating people about this breed. Responsible ownership is a must in my opinion with these strong yet, loving dogs and I cannot emphasize enough that this is not a breed for everyone.
As of September 2010, I got certified as a professional dog trainer and am working my way to get a specialization in dog behavior. I currently train basic obedience and advanced (canine freestyle). Lately, I am working with great success on rehabilitating shelter dogs, teaching them tricks and putting them up for adoption. I have lots of work ahead but can't wait to reach the finish line!
I hope you find my articles helpful and you are welcome to leave feedback. Learning is a life long process and I am surely eager to learn as much as I can! I hope you enjoy my articles, and that you find them useful!
Latest Articles
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Understanding Threshold Levels in Dogs
What are threshold levels and why are they important in dog behavior modification? Learn how to identify threshold levels and how to stay below them.
May 4, 2012
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Clicker Training Dogs: Important Guidelines to Follow
Clicker training is a fun and effective way to train dogs. Learn some important guidelines so you can reap the benefits of this rewarding training method.
Apr 15, 2012
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Teaching Basic Dog Manners with Clicker Training
Dogs can be easily taught basic manners with the help of a clicker. Learn how to accomplish this with easy step-by-step guides.
Apr 5, 2012
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An Introduction to Clicker Training (part 2)
Once your dog know that every click is followed by a treat, it is time to start asking for behaviors. Learn about different clicker training methods.
Apr 5, 2012
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An Introduction to Clicker Training
Considered more a philosophy than a training technique, dog clicker training has become a popular trend. Learn how to train your dog with a clicker.
Apr 5, 2012
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Clicker Training Dogs: Debunking Some Common Myths
While more and more owners and trainers are embracing the rewarding world of clicker training, it is also true that there are still many myths to debunk.
Apr 4, 2012
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Dog Training: Why Commands Should not be Repeated
Do you tend to repeat your dog's commands over and over until your dog complies? Learn why this is counter-productive and how to lessen this habit.
Mar 23, 2012
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The Use of Treats in Dog Training
Why do trainers like to use treats for training dogs? Discover the advantages of training your dog using reward-based techniques.
Mar 21, 2012
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The Use of Cues, Markers and Release Words in Dog Training
When it comes to dog training, clarity is critical for success. Learn how to use these three important ingredients.
Mar 16, 2012
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The Benefits of Training a Dog to Hand Target
A simple cue as hand target, may be helpful in many ways and in different circumstances. Learn how to train your dog to hand target.
Mar 15, 2012
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