Dog training business starts
A new dog training business has begun at Empire Bay.
Empire Bay resident Ms Louise Harding has been training dogs for domestic and competition purposes for more than 20 years and has competed in obedience tests and has achieved New Zealand obedience champion status with her own dogs.
After relocating to the Central Coast from New Zealand last year, Ms Harding competed in Australia and has since re-established her dog training business Animal Talent.
Her current clientele includes a wide variety of people ranging in ages from eight to 80, with breeds that are equally diverse.
"My aim is to provide the owner with the necessary knowledge and skills to get their dog to be a joy to own and a faithful companion," Ms Harding said.
"Only positive reward-based methods are used.
"Classes are run for groups of owners and dogs of equal ability.
"Alternately I offer private one-on-one lessons at people's homes or any other convenient location.
"If you haven't yet selected your puppy, I am able to help guide you to ensure you choose a breed that will suit your lifestyle and avoid common problems."
Press Release, 28 Oct 2009
Louise Harding, Animal Talent