Lifetime training advantage
Registered Master Trainer
Constantine "Gus" Marnel
50 years experience
Licensed Facility
Milford, Connecticut
About K-9 Communication, LLC
Registered Master Trainer
Lifetime Training Advantage
Registered Master Trainer
Gus has been training dogs for over 50 years and has personally trained thousands of dogs using tried and proven, loving techniques.
He is a graduate of the United States K-9 Academy, Ltd., where he was granted Master Trainer status.
Gus is affiliated with Cornell University's K-9 behavioral studies program, is a lecturer of K-9 psychology at the University of New Haven, and the author of the Canine Corner, published by the Journal Register Company.
Methods of Training
Lifetime Training Advantage
Registered Master Trainer
The methods of training, or "teaching", as we like to say, are based on science of the canine. They make the learning process enjoyable for your pet.
A no-cost temperament evaluation of your pet is the first step in our program. This is necessary so that we can determine what type of work your pet needs.
The next step is to have a consultation with everyone who is involved with the dog in order to define areas of problem behavior. We then design a program specifically for your situation.
If any protection work is being considered, obedience must be flawless. The protection training becomes an added command to the animal and not something that surfaces whenever the dog feels like it.
Our teaching methods make learning fun for both animal and owner. Stress, aggravation and worry are eliminated and family life will be enhanced.
We'll set up a free appointment at your convenience and we'll be happy to answer any questions you may have about our program.
Lifetime Training Advantage
Lifetime Training Advantage
Lifetime Training Advantage
K-9 Communication offers a "Lifetime Training Advantage". Training is guaranteed for the life of the dog. This is an exclusive promise fostering a partnership between pet owner and the pet.
Unlike many local dog trainers, K-9 Communication, LLC is a licensed and registered facility. It is important in your research of dog trainers to look for state licensed facilities.
The beginning of a great relationship - as a client you receive lifetime access to Gus Marnel's vast experience and knowledge going beyond training.
About Master Trainer Gus Marnel
1971
Began my career working with animals at Yale University School of Medicine.
1972
Graduate of Ralston Purina's Program in Animal Laboratory Technology.
1975
Purchased two trained German Shepherds which started an interest in training as a profession.
1980
Enrolled in the United States K-9 Academy to become a professional trainer.
1985
Graduated the United States K-9 Academy.
1993 - 94
Guest lecturer of Dog Behavior and Psychology in Law Enforcement Program at the University of New Haven.
1994
Granted Master Trainer Status from the United States K-9 Academy, Ltd. Robb Report (Jan. 1994 issue).
2000
Received Golden Leash Award.
2002
Author of Canine Corner - published by the Journal Register.
2002
Expert witness in dog bite litigation.
Current
Gus continues to author many articles related to canine obedience / leads several training courses.
Training Fundamentals
What Dog Obedience Should & Should Not Be....
Dog Obedience Should...
- be taught to every dog
- be followed by all family members (the pack).
- always be consistent.
- be enjoyable for the family and pet
Dog Obedience Should Not...
- be taken for granted.
- be done with any kind of force.
- be stressful (on the pet or owners).
- ever be forgotten.
