Experts in various dog professions continually test our dog treadmills in a variety of conditions and real-life applications to provide us with valuable product feedback. They include Dog Trainers, Dog Behaviorists, Veterinarians, Physical Therapists, Dog Handlers, DogTread customers and our own Voluntary Self-Regulation.Our Experts Corner enables you to connect with some of these professionals in your hometown. Or if you prefer you can send questions to our staff experts and we will respond as quickly as possible.
Dr. Marty Becker, “America’s Veterinarian” Recommends DogTread
Dr. Becker suggests keeping your dogs active indoors with products like the PetZen Dog Treadmill. An indoor dog treadmill makes it easy to incorporate daily exercise anytime, anywhere and in any weather………Read more:
American Pet Association
Approval ID #32718
A+ Rating
The American Pet Association is a third-party testing facility. The APA provides product and business inspections, followed by a uniquely effective on-going daily feedback system, that provides pet business owners and consumers with valuable feedback on their products against the highest standards available.
DogTread® voluntarily submitted their products to the APA for this testing in 2009. On March 1, 2010 we were provided with a 5-Star Rating. The testing is on-going.
www.apdt.com
The Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) is a professional organization of individual dog trainers who are committed to becoming better trainers through education. The APDT offers individual pet dog trainers a respected and concerted voice in the dog world. They promote professional trainers to the veterinary profession and increase public awareness of dog friendly training techniques.
www.canineprofessionals.com
The International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) organization represents voices from all different working philosophies and walks of life. Maintaining professionalism, integrity and the highest standards among members within the canine industry.
http://www.petobesityprevention.com/
The Association of Pet Obesity Prevention is a group of veterinarians and veterinary healthcare experts dedicated to reducing the pet obesity epidemic.
By raising awareness of the dangers of pet obesity and providing obesity prevention and weight loss techniques, our goal is to enhance the well-being of pet loved ones. This is a great resource to help you understand the dangers of pet obesity and what you can do to help your pet live longer!
JT Clough, Professional K9 Trainer & DogTread® Pro
K9 Coach San Diego, www.sitk9sit.com
San Diego, CA
760-436-4DOG (4364)
JT Clough, our resident DogTread® Pro Trainer, is also the owner/founder of her own private professional dog training business in San Diego, California, K9 Coach, Inc. JT combined her professional skills with her natural ability of training dogs to inspire others to achieve a higher level of happiness, with their dog. A finisher of nine Ironman races, including two World Championships, a business degree and HHP, JT trains dogs and motivates people around the country to achieve the life they’ve always desired. JT is respected as one of the best dog trainers in the country.
“Being an athlete all of my life and having been coached by some of the best mentors in my sport, it gave me the motivation to inspire others to develop a lifestyle of health, fitness and balance, inclusive of their dog. Fitness, health and dogs have been a part of my life since, well pretty much forever”
JT has studied, applied and even taught others how to create a balanced life with calm dog training techniques through her life time commitment to health and fitness. JT is also the creator of dog wellness programs further inspiring people to introduce playtime in life through the eyes of a dog.
To schedule a private session with JT and to learn more about how Treading can benefit your dog, please visit DogTread® Pro Trainer or for additional K9 Fitness Training information please visit JT at her Blog.
JT’s Credentials and Training:
- Owner, K9 Coach, Inc.
- That’s My Dog Dog Training for People
- Extreme K9 Search Academy
- GCNM Holistic Animal Health/Behavior
- Arizona Canine Academy
- Encinitas Chamber of Commerce
- Animal Behavior College
- Int’l Assoc. of Canine Professionals
- California Holistic Health Practitioner
- No Limitations Dog Training School
- K9 Narcotic Detection Certification
- American Red Cross Dog First Aid
Christine Johnson, Professional Dog Trainer
Dogs 4 Life Training and Wellness Center, www.dogs4life.com
North Aurora, IL
630 901-4597
Christine Johnson, Professional Dog Trainer and Practitioner of Acupressure/Massage Wellness, established Dogs 4 Life in 2002, with a purpose of teaching pet owners usable training techniques to resolve issues that work on their specific dogs. Christine has over 20 years of experience working with dogs and has competed since 2000. Her background includes performance obedience, tracking, agility, fly ball, lure coursing and conformation. Her dogs have achieved multiple titles, consistent high scores, trophies and has also published articles in multiple magazines. Christine continues her education as she seeks complimentary services that add value for pet owners. She became a Practitioner of Small Animal Acupressure and Massage Wellness and in her experience, these modalities assist animals both with physical and emotional issues. She is successful in working with conditions such as: pre and post surgery, sporting, geriatric conditions, stress and anxiety, and immune imbalances. Her membership affiliations include IAATH- International Alliance for Animal Therapy and Healing, IACP-International Association of Canine Professionals. Founder of P.A.W.S.network -Professional Association for Women’s Animal Services. Dogs 4 Life offers educational programs to both pet professionals and owners including: People training for dogs, pet first aid- CPR, treadmill training, canine massage and acupressure for general wellness & geriatric conditions, and What’s in the Bag, canine nutrition awareness.
She is devoted to her life’s passion, Dogs 4 Life and the programs she offers continue to evolve for the need of today’s pets. http://www.dogs4life.com/Classes_and_Location.html
Dr. Kimberly Henneman, DVM, FAAVA, CVA, CVC
Animal Health Options http://www.animalhealthoptionsvet.com/
Park City, UT (Licensed in: AZ, CO, ID, MA, NV, UT, VT, WY
Available for consultations in HI)
435-647-0807
Dr. Henneman graduated from Purdue’s School of Veterinary Medicine in 1986 and has been using complementary therapies in her practice since 1990. She is certified in acupuncture (IVAS ’91), chiropractic (AVCA ’93), Chinese Herbal medicine and has advanced training in classical veterinary homeopathy. In 2006 she studied Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine in China and Tibet. In 2008 she achieved advanced certification in veterinary acupuncture, currently only one of thirteen in the country. Her sports & internal medicine practice covers 9 states, from New England to the Southwest to the Rocky Mountains to Hawaii.
Her equine patients have come from all ages and participate in every equine sporting discipline from the backyard babysitter to the FEI eventing or dressage athlete to the tried and true old ranch hand to the finely-tuned race horse. She also cares for competitive sheep dogs, agility, fly-ball, police, explosives, avalanche and Search-and-Rescue dogs as well as the occasional bucking bull.
As a popular speaker and teacher throughout the US and Europe, Dr. Henneman has taught veterinarians and horse owners about the use of complementary therapies in the performance dog and horse and the non-working cat. At the 2002 Winter Olympic Games in Utah, Dr. Henneman was the veterinarian for the Budweiser Clydesdales, security patrol horses and explosives/patrol/SAR/ avalanche dogs, organizing the first-ever Service Animal Sports Medicine Center. She has accompanied members of the USET’s Endurance Team to the World Equestrian Games in Spain and the World Championships in Dubai. She has chapters in several veterinary textbooks and has written for or been quoted in magazines such as Dressage Today, Equus, Practical Horseman, Horse Illustrated, Mushing and Western Horseman. She lives in the Rocky Mountain with her husband, dogs, wad of cats and is a competitive 3-Day Event rider in her spare time.
Anthony Woerner, PTA, CCRP
Animal Health Options http://www.animalhealthoptionsvet.com/
Park City, UT
435-647-0807
Anthony Woerner has always had a desire to work with animals. He got his start with working dogs by training sporting dogs in eastern Washington State. He moved to Utah 18 years ago and started working in the ski industry as a Ski Patroller. Having developed a strong interest in working dogs, he helped launch the Deer Valley Avalanche Dog Program. He successfully picked and trained the first avalanche dog, Whiskey, who quickly achieved Level A status and went on to work as a dog team for 9 years. As a Ski Patrol Supervisor and the Avalanche Dog Coordinator he helped chose and train successive avalanche dogs in the program. His experience also enabled him to work in conjunction with other local avalanche dog programs, often utilized as a Wasatch Backcountry Rescue dog evaluator and tester. After leaving the ski industry, he decided to enter the Physical Therapy field. He completed his Physical Therapy Assistant degree and began working at MountainTop Physical Therapy where he has been for the last 4 years. During that time, he also focused on learning canine rehabilitation. He attended the University of Tennessee Veterinary School and achieved the Certification of Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner. Anthony first met Dr. Kim Henneman with his avalanche dog, whom she successfully treated for cancer. Her guidance and treatment helped get Whiskey back out on the snow for several more working years. Now that he has joined the practice at Animal Health Options, Anthony hopes his skills and rehabilitation treatments will also help more canines return to top health and performance.
Pat Werner – PT, CCRT
Utah Pet Rehab & Acupuncture Center, LLC http://www.utahpetrehab.com
Park City, UT 435-640-5451
Received her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Mount Saint Mary’s College in Los Angeles. She returned to Utah and practiced with human patients at an in-patient rehabilitation center focusing on neurological rehabilitation. Pat’s interest in rehabilitation for animals was sparked when her own dog, Max, was diagnosed with a progressive neurologic disorder. She made the decision to pursue her animal rehabilitation training through the Canine Rehabilitation Institute and is now a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist. Prior to opening Utah Pet Rehab and Acupuncture Center, LLC with Dr. McCall, she owned and operated Canine Rehabilitation of Park City, LLC. She is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association. She lives in Park City, Utah with her husband, daughter, four dogs and two cats.
Shawna McCall – DVM, CVA, CCRP (canidate)
Utah Pet Rehab & Acupuncture Center, LLC http://www.utahpetrehab.com
Park City, UT 435-640-5451
Received her Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Biology from the University of Utah in 1994. In 2003, she graduated summa cum laude from Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Shortly after obtaining her veterinary degree she completed her certification in veterinary medical acupuncture. After graduation, Dr. McCall practiced general medicine and surgery, in addition to acupuncture, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Her love and commitment to acupuncture led her to open Veterinary Acupuncture Service, LLC where she provided her service to several veterinary hospitals in the Las Vegas area. When her family made the decision to move to Park City, UT, she re-established her acupuncture business and began to expand into the field of veterinary rehabilitation. Dr. McCall has received training in animal rehabilitation through the University of Tennessee Canine Physical Rehabilitation certification program. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Utah Veterinary Medical Association, the American Association of Rehabilitation Veterinarians, the American Academy of Veterinary Acupuncture, and the International
Marc Goldberg, CDT
Chicago Dog Trainer www.ChicagoDogTrainer.com and www.TrainingDogsInChicago.com
Chicago, IL
800-516-0001
Marc Goldberg is a certified dog trainer specializing in the rehabilitation of difficult dogs and improving relationships. He is President of the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) and Editor of SafeHands Journal. The author also educates professional dog trainers in his techniques including the ForceFree Method™.
In 1969 Marc’s first dog, Gus, came into his life, along with a host of dog related problems. Gus began life as a normal Sheltie puppy, but at the age of six months was hit by a car when he would not come when called. Fortunately, he was only injured with a fractured leg. When he healed, Marc–who was only 12 at the time–was enrolled in dog training school along with Gus. “Teach him something so he doesn’t get killed,” his mother told him. Before long, Marc became fascinated with dog behavior and training. He and Gus competed in many American Kennel Club obedience trials, winning High In Trial at their first show, and later, a Dog World Award. As the youngest member of the Philadelphia Dog Training Club, Marc studied under the best dog behaviorists and trainers in the country. Since 1969 Marc has competed and titled many dogs of various breeds. He teaches training classes, conducts private lessons, gives behavior consultations, and has helped hundreds of people improve their relationships with their dogs.
Melissa Aguilar, CPDT
Mutt Maniacs http://www.MuttManiacs.com
1104 S La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90035
310-993-7829
Melissa Aguilar and her partner Marcus Craft began Mutt Maniacs with the intention of promoting positive reinforcement training techniques to build foundations of trust and understanding between dogs and their pet parents. The founders grew up around a variety of different animals with each of their families dedicated to rescuing animals from unacceptable situations. The love and companionship they’ve received from their pets over the years is what opened the door to this career.
Over the years, they have seen the rewards that the training they offer brings to their clients’ lives – pet parents and dogs alike become so proud of their improved relationship. Most importantly, however, they have witnessed how proper training can mean the difference between life and death for many dogs. Focusing on the training of rescued dogs and promoting the adoption of rescues has become a priority for the pair.
As a natural extension of the dog training classes offered, they recently began to offer a variety of pet services to their clients including dog walking, pet sitting, treadmill training, etc. By providing these additional services, pet parents can be assured that the training they have worked so hard to achieve is reinforced while they are away.
