THE MAN BEHIND TRAINING TAILS
"Our dogs want to please us, and when we're able to understand what they need, our relationship with them will deepen and flourish." -Tom
ABOUT TOM
Patient, kind, and consistent are words used to describe Tom and his training style.
What sets Tom apart from others doing the same is his keen awareness of the dog and owner relationship. Tom watches and listens carefully to assess the existing dynamics within that relationship. He strives to understand the frustrations as well as the needs of both dog and owner.
Tom knows that proper basic and advanced training is essential to a dog's emotions, sense of security, and behavior. He also knows how important it is that each owner has a level of confidence in their ability to train their dog. With each training session, Tom strives to provide both owner and dog with the kindness and patience necessary for them to work together toward training success resulting in a stronger and deeper bond.
Tom is a graduate of the Principles of Dog Training with internationally renowned dog trainer Michael Ellis and the Basic Obedience program through Ed Frawley. He spent two years honing his skills as an apprentice with the Dog Training Academy of Newark. Tom stays on top of his game through training experts like Michael Ellis, Tyler Muto, Jeff Gellman, Forrest Micke, and Mark Keating.
Tom's expertise does not stop at training. He and Brandi studied basic K9 Nose Work with Sue Schneider and Narcotics Detection with Asa Anderson of Anderson K9.
GETTING TO KNOW TOM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT TRAINING TAILS
How did we get started?
Like many great things in life, Training Tails began with a passion. Tom realized his natural talent for canine training as he worked through basic and advanced training programs with his GSD, Brandi. He also found that through this consistent work together, their relationship deepened, and their bond became stronger. Training Tails was born out of this work with and love for Brandi.
The idea of Doggie Daycare came from the desire to expand a successful dog training business and to address a need in the area for a safe, loving place for dogs to go while their owners are away all day.
What makes Tom’s training style unique?
Patient, kind, and consistent are words used to describe Tom and his training style.
What sets Tom apart from others doing the same is his keen awareness of the dog and owner relationship. Tom watches and listens carefully to assess the existing dynamics within that relationship. He strives to understand the frustrations as well as the needs of both dog and owner.