Hi I'm Kelley, I am a DOG MOM first and only became a DOG TRAINER out of necessity because I was struggling with my own dogs behavior issues after rescuing them. No matter where I turned, I couldn't find anyone to help me with them. So I was faced with an option to give up on my dogs or continue to search for training methods that would change and save their lives. I traveled around the country working with the TOP TRAINERS REHABILITATING the most serious behavior issues.
It was only after being able to help my own dogs LIVE PEACEFULLY were we able to go on and help thousands of other pet parents.. People should not be struggling without the tools and information necessary to keep their dogs healthy, happy and in their homes. Dogs are being re-homed, relinquished and euthanized at massive rates, and the number one reason animals are relinquished to SHELTERS and RESCUES is due to BEHAVIOR ISSUES.
However we are on a mission to CHANGE THAT and help keep animals in their homes by empowering people with KNOWLEDGE, TOOLS and INFORMATION to change and save lives. There is so much confusion in the dog training world with the MYTH that every dog is different so we need to change our training program for every dog. This is why pet owners struggle to understand how to help their animal is because every person or dog trainer will say something different, and this does not help dogs, it actually hurts them by causing more CONFUSION.
Because confusion is not from GOD, the BIBLE doesn't change based on how we feel, we are to change according to God's word and the true gospel. People and animals PERISH for lack of knowledge, this is why we are on a mission to teach owners our LIFE CHANGING DOG TRAINING™ Program, "THE GOOD NEWS FOR ALL CREATURES" so that people will have the tools to help their dogs for the rest of their lives. While helping them rebuild their relationship with GOD to help change human lives too.
We developed the DOG TRAINING BIBLE™ which is a SERIES OF 10 COMMANDMENTS once MASTERED changes lives. These behaviors lead to LIFE rather than DEATH, just like the 10 COMMANDMENTS of the BIBLE. The gospel should be explained so simply even a child can understand it, the same should go for DOG TRAINING. You should NOT have to be a professional dog trainer to train your dog, and your children should be able to do this training with you.
We use a slip lead as a COMMUNICATION TOOL to begin with a simple type of pressure/release training which helps humans and dogs understand each other. We teach dog owners how to use various TRAINING TOOLS available to help their DOGS too, but it's the same pressure/release training no matter what tool we are using. This training works for all dog breeds, ages and with any behavior issues, even dogs with disabilities because we lay a solid foundation they will have for the rest of their lives.
Our clients have gone on to do amazing things like THERAPY WORK, SERVICE DOG WORK, SCENT DETECTION, AGILITY & BITE WORK, and many have even started their own pet sitting, dog walking, pet boarding and training businesses. I love nothing more than sharing my love for dogs and Jesus with others and I would be honored to guide you on your journey with your dogs too!
Kelley McAtee, Founder
Dog Trainer & Behavior Specialist
LIFE CHANGING DOG TRAINING™
”The Good News For All Creatures”
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ARE YOU TIRED OF OTHER DOG TRAINING TECHNIQUES THAT OFFER UNREALISTIC ADVICE AND SOLUTIONS, THAT IS NOT BASED ON REAL LIFE SCENARIOS? TRAINING THAT ASKS YOU TO IGNORE BAD AND UNHEALTHY BEHAVIORS WITH YOUR DOGS, INSTEAD OF TEACH THEM TO DEAL WITH STRESS?
ARE YOU TIRED OF YOUR DOG BEING OUT OF CONTROL, NOT LISTENING TO YOU, PULLING YOU DOWN THE STREET, BARKING, BEING DESTRUCTIVE, ACTING AGGRESSIVE TO PEOPLE OR OTHER DOGS, MAKING BAD DECISIONS AND CAUSING LIFE TO BE MORE STRESSFUL?
THE LCDT PROGRAM WORKS FOR ALL AGES, BREEDS & BEHAVIOR ISSUES. WALKING NICELY ON LEASH, JUMPING, BARKING, CHEWING, DIGGING, MARKING, HOUSE TRAINING, KENNEL TRAINING, DOOR GREETINGS, ANXIETY, FEARS, PHOBIAS, SEPARATION ANXIETY, ATTACHMENT PROBLEMS, IN PACK FIGHTING, EVEN DOG AND HUMAN AGGRESSION.
LIFE CHANGING DOG TRAINING™ TAKES A SIMPLE AND UNIQUE APPROACH IN TRAINING FOR YOU AND YOUR DOGS. EVEN THOUGH YOUR DOG CAN LEARN HUNDREDS OF COMMANDS, WE FOCUS ON ON 10 COMMANDMENTS TO MASTER THAT WILL HELP YOUR DOG MAKE GOOD DECISIONS THROUGHOUT THEIR LIFE.
Life Changing Dog Training has a proven program that works for all ages, breeds and behavior issues. We have such a high success rate because we take as much time teaching the humans as we do training the dogs. We have clients locally, national and even internationally. We would be honored to be able to help you learn the most important 10 COMMANDMENTS that will change your life with your dogs!
At Life Changing Dog Training, we have over 20 years experience in the animal industry. Offering professional, insured, dog training services that are designed to help your dog become a well-behaved and obedient companion. We use (LIMA) “Least Invasive Minimally Aversive” training techniques to teach dogs and owners new skills and correct unwanted behaviors, so that dogs can stay happy, healthy, and in their homes.
It starts with a CONSULTATION or WEBINAR so we can discuss, evaluate your dogs behavior and assess your situation. This is also so you can LEARN about our LCDT 10 COMMANDMENTS and begin working with your dogs right away. You will also learn what training tools we use in our training and talk about which program might be a good fit for you and your pack family!
LIFE CHANGING DOG TRAINING offers different ONLINE DOG TRAINING PROGRAMS depending on your lifestyle. Each situation is different, so you can pick the plan that best suits you and your pack. LCDT VIRTUAL training programs; VIDEOS and TRAINING PLAN are emailed to your inbox each week with access to me, your own personal trainer by phone, video or email!
Once you go through your training program, you are encouraged to JOIN OUR ONLINE COMMUNITY attend our quarterly PACK WALKS for the life of your dog. Like our walk with CHRIST, dog training is a journey not a destination, as discipleship is a way of life. If you choose me to be your trainer, I am your trainer for the life of your dog, and any other dogs you may add to your pack!
Don't just take our word that the Life Changing Dog Training method changes lives. Read about our work over the last few decades working with dogs and hear what our clients have to say about how this dog training has changed their lives!
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