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Name:	Blair Anderson, Natalie Perzylo
Company's name : Address:	Naked Dog Training -- Less Leash, More Control Our classes are located at the Foundation of the Blind, Merivale
Phone Number:	03 389 4065 or 021 82 DOGS (3647)
Email Address:	info@nakeddog.co.nz
Website:	www.nakeddog.co.nz
How many dogs have you "owned"?	8
What breeds are you most familiar working with?	All breeds- big or small
Do you have any formal dog training qualification? What are they? If not, why do you feel that you are a competent dog trainer?	We keep up-to-date with the latest research relating to dog training and behaviour, and with care and welfare issues. Our professionals qualifications: (more info on our website) John Rogerson: We went to India to train under the tutalage of John. He wrote the Dog Vinci Code-- if you haven't read it, you should! Principles of Canine Behaviour, Massey University ; Certificate in Animal Management (Canine Behaviour and Training) Formerly National Certificate of Dog Training (CPIT) Members of The New Zealand Companion Animal Council (from the SPCA buildings in Auckland Member of APDT (Association of Pet Dog Trainers) in Australia Member of APDT (Association of Pet Dog Trainers) in United States of America Attended two TTouch weekend workshops We have organised two TTouch Workshops given by Canadian Edie Jane Eaton. We helped organise Dr. Ian Dunbar's seminars, and we continue to attend conferences. Check our About Us page We are also the owner/webmaster of Doglinks.	Radio interview Listen to the holistic approach to dog control on Radio Live. Bill Rolston interviews Naked Dog's' Blair Anderson (August 8 th 2007) Get the RSS feed OR Read the transcript here.
How many dogs have you trained? (approx.)	over 500 dogs
How many years have you been in business?	Since 2007
Do you work closely with a veterinarian and get referrals from them?	Yes we do. We also send our veterinarian-specific newsletters to let them know what is happening in the dog world in terms of conferences, and to keep them up to date with our services.
What experiences do you have with dogs? (ie. obedience, agility, work at SPCA etc)	Homestay for Dogs- we offer dog sitting, walking Volunteer at Humane Society in Ottawa, Canada. Volunteered at DogWatch, Christchurch. Ex agility dog runner. Library and reading to dogs. Kidsafe dogs, urban dog 'training' for the active owner etc. Fosterer for Dogwatch as needed. Kinderpuppy class, private consultation, Kids & Dog Tricks programme Organise the fundraising of Red Puppy Appeal for Guide Dogs
What are your favourite dog books?	John Rogerson, The Dog Vinci Code Jean Donaldson The Culture Clash R L Coppinger Dogs: A New Understanding of Canine Origin, Behavior and Evolution Karen Pryor Don't Shoot the Dog!: The New Art of Teaching and Training The Other End of the Leash – P B McConnell Leslie McDevitt Control Unleashed - Creating a Focused and Confident Dog Marshall Thomas, Elizabeth. The Hidden Life Of Dogs Rugaas, Turid. On Talking Terms With Dogs: Calming Signals Dunbar, Ian. Preventing aggression; Biting & scratching; How to Teach a New Dog Old Tricks
Is there anything else we should know about you and your dog training business?	Less Leash, More Control is our byline-- our 'naked' philosophy is that a dog should be managed, ultimately, by voice. A naked dog is an educated dog. It knows its place in the world. By teaching your dog that he can rely on you to be their leader, you'll find that your dog will love you for it because he knows his place in the family social system. When that relationship matures, you and your dog will enjoy the richness that only a dog can bring. We also provide Homestays for Dogs