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Zippity Do Dog Training and Behavior Modification, LLC

Positive Based Training-Practical Solutions-Realistic Results
Private In-Home Training

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INDIVIDUAL DOG-CENTERED TRAINING OPTIONS

   ADULT TRAINING          Required Form 
Would you like your dog to come when called? Walk nicely on a leash? Or maybe just survive your puppy without losing your mind? At Zippity Do Dog we can assist with many common problem areas such as barking at guests, jumping on family members, over-reacting to other dogs during walks, not coming when called, darting out the front door, and chewing illegal objects. We use science based training practices, that are ethical and humane. Because science tells us, that positive-reward based training techniques create a learning atmosphere where your dog will have fun and be eager to learn.​
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    PUPPY TRAINING         Required Form
 We teach both you and your dog, the skills needed to help you reach the training goals that matter the most to you, while strengthening your relationship and deepening your bond with each other. Our training methods are designed to give owners success with their goals, and relief from behavior problems. We want you to graduate with a basic understanding of reward-based training and behavior modification, so you're equipped to continue your dog's education. The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy program focuses on all things every puppy and owner need to have a great start together.    

 ​BEHAVIORAL ISSUES  
                   Required Form 
We also specialize in more challenging issues like anxious, fearful and reactive dogs. We routinely offer training plans for dogs that struggle with aggression, leash reactivity, resource guarding, separation anxiety and phobias. We will work with veterinary behaviorists from other organizations to implement behavior plans as well. We accept all dogs, of all ages and size. We do not discriminate and welcome pit bulls and pit bull type dogs, as well as strong breed and large breed dogs. 
In most cases a consultation is required for behavioral cases.      
​Q & A about Behavior Modification

All sessions must be prepaid.
Verbal bookings will be held for 24 hours. If payment isn’t received within 24 hours sessions will be forfeited.
Venmo and Paypal accepted.

HOURS: MON 10:00 - 6:00  TUE 10:00 - 6:00 WED 10:00 - 6:00  THUR 10:00 - 6:00  FRI limited hours    
SAT CLOSED
SUN CLOSED

Whether you have a new puppy, a dog who needs better manners or some refresher training, we can meet your needs! If you're ready to begin a new journey, we are here to help you on that path.
We train the most important dog in the world, yours!

Work With Me

​Training Partners:
WAGS Rescue  
WAGS is a foster based non-profit animal rescue located in Dighton, MA dedicated to helping abandoned, abused and at-risk animals
Pitbullary - Training advisor
Recommended by the following practices, businesses and organizations:
​Abington Animal Hospital
Attleboro Veterinary Clinic
​Baypath Humane Society of Hopkinton
Highland Animal Hospital
Mansfield Animal Shelter
Norton Animal Hospital
The Pet Food Shoppe​
Tractor Supply (Store #1450)​
Windhover Animal Center​

About the Trainer
only works in (smoke-free environments)

Lee Desmarais is a graduate of the Karen Pryor Professional Dog Trainer Program and a Certified Level-1 Applied Behavior Analysis Accredited Practitioner (ABAP-1), as well as, a member of the Pet Professional Guild and the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. Lee is also certified through the AKC as a Canine Good Citizen instructor and evaluator, as well as in emergency animal sheltering through the Medical Reserve Corps and a volunteer with the ASPCA Field Investigations & Response Team.  Lee is a positive based, fear-free trainer whose primary style of teaching is based in scientifically proven training approaches, according to the ethical guidelines and humane practices as defined by:  
​The Certification Council of Professional Dog Trainers,The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior, The American College of Veterinary Behaviorists,The International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants and Linda Michaels Hierarchy of Dog Needs.
                                                            Position Statement on Dominance   

Lee believes that pet owners should have transparency when choosing a trainer, and often their websites, literature and come-ons deliberately hide their use of shock, prong and choke collars, by describing their training style as 'Balanced'. It doesn’t occur to pet owners that this harmonious word ‘balanced’ includes the use of force and pain.  In an effort to end the use of frightening and painful electric shocks to train and manage animals, Lee has signed the pledge and joined the "NO Shock Coalition"
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Additionally, Lee is a proud participant in Project tRade,  the Pet Professional Guild's (PPG) international advocacy program that promotes the use of force-free pet training equipment by asking pet guardians to swap choke, prong and shock collars (and any other devices that are designed to change behavior through pain or fear), in exchange for discounted training services.

Here at Zippity Do Dog Training we believe in the values of diversity and inclusion of all mankind regardless of race, religion or sexuality.

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Serving Bristol County and parts of Norfolk County
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