Meet Professional Dog Trainer Lynn Breary

Hi, I’m Lynn, thanks for visiting my site! My work with dogs started 15 years ago when I adopted a Labrador Retriever from a rescue group. I realized how many dogs needed homes and I started to volunteer at my local SPCA to try and help dogs get adopted. What I came to learn is that many dogs are surrendered to the shelter due to bad behaviors in the home. My commitment to help these dogs led me to CATCH Canine Academy, where I learned how to train dogs using positive reinforcement.

Dogs are Individuals

I have been training dogs for several years and continue to learn something new with each dog I work with. Just like people, no two dogs are alike. Our dogs have their own unique personalities. By learning what your dog is crazy about (food, toys, belly rubs, walks), we can train your dog to do good behaviors using one of these rewards. The more we reward your dog for a good behavior, the more you will see that good behavior increase. Even more important than training your dog, I strive to make sure that you as the dog’s guardian can connect these behaviors to real life situations with success.

I can help your dog’s behavior using positive reinforcement.

Dog Training Education

CATCH Canine Academy was just the start of my dog training education. Since then, I have continued to seek out further education and expand my knowledge by becoming a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA). I recently went back to school to became a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT) to help families and their dogs that suffer from this condition.

Working with Fearful Dogs

One of my passions is working with fearful dogs. So many times, fearful dogs are misunderstood. What looks like a reactive or an aggressive dog may truly be a fearful dog. By using classical conditioning, a fearful dog can learn new ways to deal with their fears, change their emotional response, and in turn increase their confidence. Going a step further, I will help you learn new ways to manage your dog’s fear so that you can go take walks and entertain visitors at your home without constant worry.

I can help dogs that are fearful to become more confident.

Working with Anxious Dogs

I am certified to work with families that are experiencing behaviors in their dogs that are difficult not just for the dog, but also on the entire family, such as separation anxiety. Dogs that suffer with separation anxiety have panic attacks when they are left at home alone. They may whine, bark, and eliminate in the home. Some may become destructive and even hurt themselves. I have the knowledge and expertise to help dogs to overcome their separation anxiety which allows them to feel safe and comfortable when home alone. Best of all, no more worry for you, and no more panic attacks for your dog.

I can help your dog overcome their separation anxiety.

My Dog Training Philosophy

As a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) and the Pet Professional Guild (PPG), I took an oath to use only force-free methods of training that are “Informed by Science, Guided by Empathy, Governed by Ethics.”^TM

Personal Life

I live in the Upper Perk area with my husband Dave and our 3 dogs, Freddy, Petey and Buddy. Since our kids are grown with families of their own, these 3 pups are our Best Buddies, and the center of our lives. I bet that your dog is the same to your family as well.

Find out how I can help you and your dog!

Please contact me at: yourbestbuddydogtraining@gmail.com. I can’t wait to meet with you and Your Best Buddy!

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Dog Training & Behavior Services

Behavior Modification

Fearful Dog Training

Separation Anxiety Training

Testimonials from Dog Training Clients

Lynn is a wonderful dog trainer! My dog Myles is extremely nervous and anxious around new people, so we signed up for Lynn’s canine confidence class. I was surprised how quickly Myles settled down and became more comfortable with his surroundings compared to other training classes we attended in the past. The small class size coupled with Lynn’s calm approach really made a difference for us. Myles was able to focus on the training and not on his surroundings. The class taught us a number of behaviors as well as cues for that I need to look out for to help Myles calm down when he’s triggered. I would gladly recommend Lynn to anyone who was looking for a dog trainer.

I would highly recommend the training services of Lynn Brearey. We recently adopted a rescue dog, who was having a hard time adapting to new home environment and getting along with our other dog. Behaviors we were seeing included resource guarding with food and toys. Lynn was extremely responsive and able to take control of the situation during her first visit to the house. She was able to teach me how to train our dog in the course of several weeks. After this training we have a dog who is now well adapted and adjusted to her new environment and family. Thank-you so much for your help Lynn!

I couldn't say more about Your Best Buddy Dog Training. I got Mick when he was 6 weeks old and I had no idea what to do with a puppy. I wanted to make sure that I got him the right training so he could be a family dog, not just stuck in the house all the time. From the moment I met Lynn, all my anxiety of having a puppy went away. She was patient, caring (about the family AND Mick), and continued to give support by means of literature, take home work, and reach out. Mick has been out of his cage since he was 6 months old, has never destroyed a thing, gets along great with other dogs, and is able to be off lead in our yard without fear of running loose. I HIGHLY recommend Lynn if you're looking for a caring way to train your dog. She's amazing and so is the program. I will continue to use Lynn as a resource for the life of my dog ownership.

We cannot recommend Lynn Brearey's training services enough! We adopted our rescue dog back in April, who went through quite an adjustment period settling into his new home. He was too afraid to get into cars and had mouthing issues. Lynn actually worked with Pax in the past prior to us adopting him. She was so helpful and insightful. She taught us how to train our dog in a group setting over the course of a few weeks. We can happily say our dog has acclimated well and has become such a big part of our family. Thank you so much for all of your help Lynn!

In Jan 2020, my Chocolate Lab Moose joined the family. I was very rusty on my puppy raising and training skills. Lynn and YourBestBuddy Dog training got us both up to speed with Puppy Kindergarten and Life Skills training, setting down good foundations for Moose to grow into the best dog he can be. Moose LOVED going to class each week and it was a joy to work with Lynn and the rest of the class.

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