After having worked with many dog "trainers" in the area, I don't believe any others could have accomplished what she has for not only my dog, but the countless others she had an impact on while her technique was temporarily implemented in a local rescue (not to mention her service there was free out of the kindness of her heart). The technique she introduces to the dog owner, Amichien Bonding, is less of a "training method" and more of a philosophy. If you're looking for someone to come in and show you how to dominate your dog and make him/her do what you want them to do, not only should you read Jan Fennel's book, but perhaps you should re-evaluate why you have a dog in the first place. Dogs are a creature to be respected and understood, both of which Rebecca will peacefully guide you through.
It is important to understand what Amichien Bonding is, and also Rebecca's goal with her service. First, Amichien Bonding is not dog "training" in the traditional sense. Amichien Bonding is almost literally a translation for the dog language. How do you know you're communicating with a dog that can not speak human tongue? Through results. When I first met Rebecca my coworkers and I were dealing with dogs that had behavioral issues far beyond barking at the mailman, and peeing on the couch. The success I found from working with Rebecca and using Amichien Bonding is truly astronomical. To see a dog that would lick their own paw raw out of stress be able to sleep calmly in the middle of the day is really an amazing sight. It is safe to say that quite a few dogs would not be alive today if it wasn't for her and Amichien Bonding.
Secondly, Rebecca's goal is not to come in and "fix" your dog. Her service is for you, the dog owner, to understand your dog from their point of view. The consultation is for Rebecca to begin teaching you about this philosophy and how to implement it in your home. Her goal is not to come in and proclaim dominance over you and your dog (as many other trainers look to do), but to teach you the way of the dog's language. Her service is offered in a fitting format: the first consultation is to meet, begin the conversation with your dog, and find out how to fit Amichien Bonding into your lifestyle. Then, if one has an open mind and patience, there should not be much more necessary from Rebecca beyond the occasional phone call.
There does not exist a more peaceful and brilliant person that works with dogs in Vermont, hands down. read more
