A unique holistic approach since 1990.

Adrienne Caldwell Dog Training and Behavior Center is a revolution in the dog training industry for the educated consumer.

Philosophy

While solidly grounded in behavioral science our focus breaks the mold borrowing from principles of Rogerian Theory and Humanistic Psychology translated to a language understood in the animal kingdom. Where Humanistic Psychology is Client Centered, our approach is Canine Centered.

Canine Centered

It is not about behavior an owner wants a dog to perform or not perform but answers and solutions that lie in how a dog feels and experiences the world around him (which in turn ameliorates the behaviors so frequently dubbed as "problematic.)"

Phylogenetic Maladjustment

Many domesticated animals suffer from what has been coined by veterinarian and anthropologist Stephen Boyden as "phylogenetic maladjustment."

Addressing the behavioral issues of a dog requires not only an understanding of their inner world but of the world from which they originally evolved before domestication.

It is important to appreciate from a dog's point of view (to walk a mile in their "paws" so to speak) the great adjustment they are required to make in adapting to our world. They deserve our very best efforts in understanding, patience and kindness in helping them make this transition.

Holistic

Let us help you resolve the conflict between what you want your dog to do or not to do and your dog's natural instincts.

We train with EMPATHY - helping owners see the world through the eyes of their dog.

About the Business Owner

Background

Adrienne is a third generation dog trainer. Raised in a multiple dog household her abilities in understanding and communicating with dogs were cultivated at an early age and led to the development of a unique, holistic approach.

Education

After studying psychology for 4 years at Queens College and Columbia University Adrienne received her BFA from the School of Visual Arts where she wrote and directed a documentary short "Raised by a Dog in NYC."

Experience

Adrienne has been an animal behavior consultant since 1990, is an approved Canine Good Citizen Evaluator and formerly the District Canine Education Coordinator for 10 locations of a major pet store chain where she taught puppy, adult dog and Canine Good Citizen classes for a period of six years.

Volunteer Work

Adrienne has also volunteered her services in the rescue and rehabilitation of difficult to place breeds for various municipal shelters and rescue groups in the tri-state area.

Expertise

Adrienne has trained over 60,000 dogs.