- Describe the most difficult dog you’ve ever worked with.
- What did you do differently with that dog vs. other dogs?
- Do you only do training or do you also consider yourself a behavorist?
- What is the most common issue that you deal with?
- What type of issue do you specilaize in (puppy training, anxiety, aggression)?
- When do you refer to another canine professional? Please note: if they say never reach out to another profession than that’s a problem…
- Have you ever been biten – please explain.
- What is the maximum cost of your training?
- Do you charge by the hour or do you offer a lifetime guarantee? Please note: a should cover everything with no limitations
- What credentials do you have and how many hours were required for those credentials?
- What kind of certification do you have?
- How many dogs did you need to work with in order to receive that credential?
- What is your philosophy of training, correction and reward?
- How many private clients / dogs have you worked with and were you able to train every one?
- How many dogs do you work with per week or per month (aside from your own)?
- What is the most common training issue you correct?
- What is your favorite and your least favorite breed to work with?
- Is there a particular age you prefer to work with?
- Would you be able to provide references of your past clients?
- Was this your primary career?
- What prompted you to become a dog trainer?
- How many dogs have you worked with since you started doing this?
- Do you use any training aids or devices
** Trainers shouldn’t use their feet, hands, or body to move the dog in any way. They should not be aggressive towards your dog. They should treat your dog the same way you’d want someone to treat your child, they should be very patient and understanding, and they should have a clear plan and a methodology with which you agree with. **
