Nice to meet you!

Hello! My name is Aron and I have worked with animals, including dogs, for over 15 years. I have been a professional pet sitter and dog walker for over 10 years and began training dogs after going back to school for it. I have worked with all types of dogs from rescues at local shelters to family dogs and everything in between. I attended CATCH Canine Trainer’s Academy and graduated as a CCTA Certified Dog Trainer. CATCH offers a complete education that is based on the standards of the nationally respected Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. After graduating, I became an Assistant Dog Trainer with ‘CNY Pet Training & Behavior’ which is owned by Danielle Basciano (CDBC, CCBC, CSAT, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA) in Central New York. In addition, I built my skills by working at the local municipal shelter in Syracuse—B&R Bunkhouse—3 days a week, working with shelter dogs of all ages, temperaments, types and sizes. After moving to Hudson Valley in 2021, I opened ‘Game of Bones’.

My skills help me to teach you how to have a lasting relationship with your dog that is built on positivity, choice and love.

What is "Ethical Dog Training”?

Ethical dog training means that we believe positive vibes are key. We use the LIMA method of dog training. LIMA is an acronym for "Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive" and is a training approach that uses humane and scientifically studied strategies to change behavior and achieve training goals. This means your dog won’t be trained using equipment such as choke or prong collars, electronic feedback collars, leash “pops” or other force-based and outdated training techniques that can cause mental and physical harm to your dog. Instead, we focus on teaching your dog what we like to see from them instead of just punishing them for the things we don’t.

What kinds of dog training do you offer?

I offer private sessions in your home or in a public location. After our initial consultation, I will work with you to develop a custom plan for you and your dog. I offer assistance with all types of issues including:

Potty Training

Puppy Basics & Socialization

Basic and Intermediate Manners

Loose-Leash Walking Skills

Reactivity

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Serving Albany, NY and the surrounding area

Hours

8am – 7pm Weekdays
9am – 6pm Weekends