"The greatness of a nation and its moral progress
can be judged by the way its animals are treated." --Ghandi, In Philosophy

Cathy & Ed

Cathy Fox, CPDT APDT member #063771 IAABC member #291 Certified Pet Dog Trainer AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator #FOX11405 509-993-3622 Email: cathy@diamondsintheruff.com

Association of Pet Dog Trainers

.Why choose a Certified Pet Dog Trainer?

International Assoc. of Animal Behavior Consultants

Friendly, personal attention,
effective methods and happy dogs!

Cathy's primary focus is the family pet owner and first-time dog owner. An avid clicker trainer and proponent of positive dog-friendly methods, Cathy instructs classes for dogs and their people at Diamonds in the Ruff, teaching Headstart classes, Pup Culture, Paw & Order, Dastardly Distractions class and co-instructs the Social Skills class with DITR owner Carol Byrnes.

Paw & Order: SCU (Special Canine Unit!) at Diamonds in the Ruff. Cathy created the curriculum to specifically address the challenge of teaching a really reliable recall. Dogs in the "real world" need to be able to socialize well with their dog friends and come away from playtime when called or when faced with other distractions. This class is designed to build and maintain these necessary skills.

Cathy also created the curriculum for DITR's Dastardly Distractions class with Pat Moberly. This class is designed to help you overcome the challenges of working with your dog around the distractions of every day life. Door bells ringing, children giggling, people eating, other dogs playing ... what tempts your dog? This class will feature creative ways to proof your dog's basic training skills while maintaining attention and accurate response.

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"I just wanted to let you know how much the P&O class has helped Ben. One of my biggest concerns for him has been a recall, and I am so confidant in his recall now that I would absolutely bet $50 that he would come now because I have seen it twice with high distraction. Once was during a play session at Ruff House that became a little stressful and he immediately came away when called!! The other time was when he took off chasing a squirrel out of our back yard while our fence was being repaired and was heading toward the street. I uttered the "magic words" we were taught in class, and it was as if he had an invisible string on his nose that immediately turned him toward me racing back at full speed! We continue practicing with high praise and treats and make it fun, and even if I never have to use it again, I am grateful for the recall on the squirrel chase!!

Thank you so much from both of us.
Nancy Newman and Ben"

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Education
Cathy is committed to staying current on the latest training techniques. She attended a week long "Advanced Instructor Training Course" in Long Beach, California with Pia Silvani and Donna Duford in January of 2003. In March of 2003 she enjoyed the three-day intensive learning experience at Dr. Ian Dunbar's Instructor Training Course sponsored by the Canadian Association of Professional Pet Dog Trainers in Richmond, BC. Since then, Cathy has attended several workshops and seminars presented by some of the most talented canine behavior experts and specialists in the United States.

In November 2003, Cathy became the first instructor in eastern Washington to pass the 4-hour exam to become a Certified Pet Dog Trainer.

In the community
She and Ed, her Siberian Husky, enjoy volunteering at local schools and libraries providing presentations on pet care and responsibility. She also volunteers her time as a shelter dog trainer and behavior evaluator at both SpokAnimal C.A.R.E. and SCRAPS shelters in Spokane, WA..

See a newspaper article about Paw & Order Behavior Services.

 

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Behavior Consults and Evaluations

Behavioral problems are the number one reason dogs are turned over to animal shelters. That is a very sad but true statistic. Problem behavior can develop in even the nicest dogs. If not dealt with properly, the behavior doesn't "just go away" and usually gets worse.

Helping you understand your dog.

Cathy & Hilde

· Help for problem behavior including, but not limited to:

Destructive Behavior - Separation Anxiety
Introducing a New Dog to the Family
Problems Regarding Cats & Other Animals
Excitability with Guests ~ Behavior with Children
People who need Management and Handling Tips

· Aggression / anti-social issues

Leadership Issues
Possessive or Territorial Aggression
Dogs with Issues with Other Dogs/Animals/People
Fearful & Reactive Dogs
Risk Management and the Option of Euthanasia

· New Puppy Help

Socialization Housetraining/Crate Training
Basic Manners
Mouthing & Biting
How to Play with your Puppy

Testimonials

HI Cathy!

Congratulations on your business expansion!!! You're so talented that this addition to services doesn't surprise me. You helped us so much with Mattie (who by the way is doing so well now and has become a little social butterfly)! We will be looking for a new hunting puppy within the next year or sooner and would certainly like you to go with us to pick one out and help with her training. Good luck and we'll keep in touch!

- Jan and Dennis Moore Libby and Mattie

Hi, Cathy.

It is so nice of you to keep checking on Max!

Max came to us from a pet store in Louisiana and we think that he must be a puppy mill puppy. He just had such a terrible time with looking up at lights, the sun, etc. He would become so afraid, he couldn't function. We were told that this happens sometimes, because some puppy mills keep their puppies in a dark warehouse until they are six weeks old. Then they go in and take the puppies away from their mothers. When they take the puppies from their mothers and bring them outside - it's the first time they've ever been out of the dark. They associate the light with fear. Our vet put him on what he calls puppy prozac. It's a very low dose, once a day.

Max is still easily spooked, but he is basically a happy, non-agressive dog. When something scares him, he looks to me or my husband and if we tell him, "it's nothing", that usually satisfies him. He is over the nipping stage. We take him on 3 or 4 long walks a day and he loves to fetch sticks, pinecones, balls... Sometimes he still guards his ball or toy, but if we put our foot on it, he backs away so we can pick it up. We take him to a ballpark too so he can have some place to run off leash. My husband stands on one side of the ballfield and I stand on the other and Max runs back and forth between us as fast as he can go.

We are really enjoying him and can't imagine our home without him. He is very sweet natured and loves being with people.

Looking back on his puppy days, I think a major part of his problem was that he probably did come from a puppy mill. But I also think he was so wild and hard to handle because of the schedule we had him on. We didn't realize how much of a people dog he is! He wants to be right by our sides and loves nothing better than to nap with me on the sofa. When he was little, we kept him in his kennel for 3 or 4 hours and then let him out for 2 hours. I think he was so glad to see us that it took two hours for him to calm down. I believe he spent most of his calm puppy time in his kennel. If we had left him out longer, I think we would have seen a calm, snuggly puppy. Also some of the growling, nipping, jumping was him bluffing us. We had to learn the difference in a play growl and a real growl. He never does a real growl at us, now, but he does do one if someone he doesn't know comes to our door. We can tell him "it's nothing" and he stops.

We do appreciate you "holding our hand" and helping us through that tough time. My husband can't beleive that he wanted to ever give Max away. I'm thankful that you were there to help me encourage him to hang in there.

Blessings,
Betty Coleman