Alyssa has been working professionally with animals for
the past 18 years. Seven years ago her varied
experiences led her to a career in dog training and applied
animal behavior. She started her own business so that
she could create flexible training plans to meet the
diverse needs of her clients and their pets. She is a
certified pet dog trainer (CPDT) and holds a bachelors
degree in animal behavior and pre-veterinary medicine.
the past 18 years. Seven years ago her varied
experiences led her to a career in dog training and applied
animal behavior. She started her own business so that
she could create flexible training plans to meet the
diverse needs of her clients and their pets. She is a
certified pet dog trainer (CPDT) and holds a bachelors
degree in animal behavior and pre-veterinary medicine.
Some of her favorite experiences have included:
 | Studying evolutionary behavior with Ray Coppinger at Hampshire College | |
| Wildlife rehabilitation and reintroduction in Hingham, MA | |
| Designing children's education programs at the Sacramento Zoo, CA | |
| Sheep herding and sustainable farming in Amherst, MA | |
| Horse farm management and riding lessons in Waterville, VT | |
| Adoption counselor at the MSPCA Animal Shelter in Springfield, MA | |
Alyssa lives in Northampton, MA with her husband, Pete and her two furry
companions, Ronin and Butter. Her other pursuits include competing nationally as a
professional rock climber, running marathons, anything athletic outdoors, traveling
the countryside and the world, and spending time with family and friends.
Alyssa volunteers her time teaching dog safety to children in grades K-3 in local
area schools. She remains current in the world of dog training and animal behavior
by regularly attending seminars and conferences taught by the leading experts from
around the world. Her schedule for 2007/8 included the following seminars and
persuits:
companions, Ronin and Butter. Her other pursuits include competing nationally as a
professional rock climber, running marathons, anything athletic outdoors, traveling
the countryside and the world, and spending time with family and friends.
Alyssa volunteers her time teaching dog safety to children in grades K-3 in local
area schools. She remains current in the world of dog training and animal behavior
by regularly attending seminars and conferences taught by the leading experts from
around the world. Her schedule for 2007/8 included the following seminars and
persuits:
| 'Housetraining: from the sublime to the absurd' with Jean Donaldson | |
| 'Separation anxiety' with Ken McCort | |
| 'Temperament testing for private behavior consultations' with Sue Sternberg | |
| 'Feline medical disorders that can affect behavior' | |
| Master's thesis research at Smith College | |
| Graduate courses in Behavioral Neuroendocrinology, Circadian Rhythms, and | |
| Animal Behavior | ||
| Running the Green Mountain Marathon | |
| Mentoring pet behavior and dog training apprentices | |
Butter
Pete and Ronin Chilin'
Ronin
Alyssa B. Ward, CPDT
| For questions or to schedule an appointment: (413)587-9986 alyssa@friendlypettraining.com Serving the greater Northampton, MA area |
Tristan, the first dog I ever trained
Hiking and Bouldering
Can you guess which one is Alyssa?
Climbing on the professional circuit
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