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ƃĀ¢Ć¢ā€šĀ¬Ć‚Ā¢Outstanding, effective behavior problem treatment, exceptional dog training. Dog Behavior Expert owner Christina Shusterich, fully certified Canine Behavior Specialist, Canine Behavior Counselor, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, Registered Anerican Kennel Club Evaluator for the Canine Good Citizen Test, Bachelor of Arts Psychology Magna C Laude, Phi Beta Kappa. ƃĀ¢Ć¢ā€šĀ¬Ć‚Ā¢Appeared as a Canine Behavior Specialist in the A&E Crime & Investigation international series Bloodwork, episodes "Canine Crime Solvers" and "Hidden Graves" where she discussed the various aspects of a dogƃĀ¢Ć¢ā€šĀ¬Ć¢ā€žĀ¢s ability in performing police work including search and rescue work; appeared on TV's CBS News discussing holistic drugs for dogs, effectively utilizing her techniques to calm a dog and demonstrating the non-efficacy of a holistic drug claimed to calm dogs; appeared on Inside Edition as a Pet Behavior Expert "The Secret Lives of Pets" discussing and providing tips to both prevent and treat Separation Anxiety in dogs, appeared on CBS News "Preparing your Pet for a Newborn" demonstrating her techniques to successfully acclimate a dog to a new baby in the home; quoted in NY Newsday, Northwest Herald, Daily News, AOL Paw Nation, amNewYork; Christina's article on the treatment of Stranger Phobia in a Beagle "A Case of Desensitization, Counterconditioning, Modeling and Obedience (DRI) published internationally by The Association of Companion Animal Behavior Counselors, published nationally Animal Wellness Magazine "8 Ways to Soothe Separation Anxiety", "8 Ways to Fitness", published in the 2010 book "The Association Of Pet Dog Trainers: Top Tips from Top Trainers" providing 23 Tips, the APDT the most highly regarded professional Dog Trainer Association; Spokesperson for Pet Fitness and Nutrition Campaign, appearing live on The Frank Truatt radio morning show
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ƃĀ¢Ć¢ā€šĀ¬Ć‚Ā¢ We specialize in: ~ Effective Treatment of All Problem and Abnormal Behaviors including all types of aggression (stranger, touch, dominance, dog-dog, leash aggression, resource guarding etc) and fears (separation anxiety, fear on walks, fear aggression etc), ~ Simultaneous Treatment of Multiple Behavior Problems ~ Successfully Treating Behavior Problems Where Other Methods Have Failed ~ Dog Rehabilitation ~ Detection and Prevention of Behavior Problems ~ Behavioral Evaluations. ƃĀ¢Ć¢ā€šĀ¬Ć‚Ā¢ ~Basic, Advanced, Accelerated Obedience - All obedience training is off lead and is tailored to each individual dog. Housetraining, the proper set up of your home, treatment of problem behaviors such as jumping, excessive mouthing and destructiveness, extensive handouts, ways to prevent behavior problems from developing and guidelines for the total well being of your dog are included. Group behavior classes also available. ƃĀ¢Ć¢ā€šĀ¬Ć‚Ā¢ New Baby to Home Program as demonstrated on CBS News ƃĀ¢Ć¢ā€šĀ¬Ć‚Ā¢ AKC Canine Good Citizen testing. ƃĀ¢Ć¢ā€šĀ¬Ć‚Ā¢ Phone Counseling services are available for certain issues viewable at http://www.nycleverk9.com/services.htm ƃĀ¢Ć¢ā€šĀ¬Ć‚Ā¢
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The Total Harmony Dog Transformation System
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ƃĀ¢Ć¢ā€šĀ¬Ć‚Ā¢All breeds, all ages, disabled/challenged dogs and owners. ƃĀ¢Ć¢ā€šĀ¬Ć‚Ā¢ Highest Quality, Compassionate Care, Free Phone Consultation
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Member: Association of Companion Animal Behavior Counselors, Association of Pet Dog Trainers
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Alicia S.

04/16/2015

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Christina Shusterich of NY Clever K9 is a miracle worker! Since moving to NYC, our dog Blue became very frightened and skittish on walks but worse she soon became very anxious when left alone, something that had never happened before. She would completely panic, circling us when we tried ti leave and barking non stop when we were gone. This became a huge problem as several neighbors complained and we got a warning from the Board and were new to the building. We tried a trainer who put a citronella collar on her which she just barded through and told us to crate her - she injured he mouth (a vet trip) trying to chew through the crate. A coworker recommended Christina who immediately started working on both problem, making changes almost as soon as she walked in - no crate! It seems miraculous but over sessions and with practice we can now leave Blue alone and she is so much calmer on walks. Christina was also very compassionate, not just to Blue but us too as we were extremely stressed. We really can't thank her enough and highly recommend her

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Richard A.

03/08/2015

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Christina saved our dog's life.

We rescued a 70 pound pit mix with massive behavior issues including biting, lunging randomly, pulling on walks and leash aggression. The leash aggression was so bad that we could spend 10 minutes trying to wrest the leash from his mouth, and would frequently get bitten in the process. Expecting a baby in months, we gave him only a few months to shape up or ship out.



Christina was not our first trainer / behaviorist. We started with Petco (nice people but not prepared for our dog), then a team who put him on the eCollar, and another behaviorist from Upstate. All had helped a little but he was still unpredictable and unmanageable.



I can't say that the results when we met Christina were instant (although she could instantly handle him!) But when he and I put into practice the completely manageable lessons that Christina taught us he has transformed from a dog who pulls and bites to a dog capable of walking with me, paying attention and not flipping out on every walk. Her calming techniques and insights into our dog's actions were remarkable and effective.



Now, one year and lots of practice later, we completely trust our dog around our newborn. If your dog seems hopeless, there is no Cesar Milan out there - that's TV magic. Christina is clearly the path to success and is worth her (somewhat expensive) fee.

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Richard A.

04/24/2013

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Christina helped us immensely with our dog Coby who has some serious behavior/aggression issues. She has made our lives with this lovable furball so much better. She taught us how to properly handle this little guy which has taken so much stress off of us. Until Christina came along we didn't know what to do with him. Now with her training and guidance we have a clear plan to help this little guy as well as us. Christina is an awesome animal behaviorist

jbsnyc4

04/17/2013

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After 51 years of marriage, 2 children, and 7 dogs, we adopted a 3 month old Leavitt Bulldog. Although loving and lovable, Larry soon showed very unpredictable behavior and difficulty interacting with other dogs. We kept him at home and avoided public places. Several months later, Larry was a strong athletic dog but unpredictable, lunging at other dogs and working himself into a frenzy when outside, making walks frightening and leaving us all feeling overwhelmed. Then we found Christina. After a simple and easy meeting with her followed by a hands on evaluation of Larry on the sidewalk, she quickly understood the behavioral problems and began educating and training us as well as Larry. Under Christinas tutelage, Larrys transformation to a fun companion was rapid, straightforward, and reliable. Walking him very quickly became a pleasure instead of something to dread each day. We are still amazed and thrilled and very grateful to her for her expertise and her palpable love for her students. I would just like others to know how our lives have been changed by her expertise and caring. Another huge "thank you" to Christina! i.e., A local favorite, or highly recommended because

kathyd751

04/02/2013

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Kathy D. We first met Christina in 2002 we needed a behaviorist who understood the make up of a Keeshond. Well what a find! Comet was SO in love with her and we were truly amazed and knew we found a gem! Comet loved Christina so much that if I wanted to get him to come inside all I'd have to do is pretend Christina was in the house and he'd come running. Prior to find Christina (a Loooong deliberate search) we had your "old World" type trainer come in, Comet was not happy, we fired him on his second lesson AND to prove the difference, he was in the neighborhood one day a few years later and it produced stress in Comet, his fear was unreal! NEVER that with Christina, she truly changed his life and ours. We had her back for our Freya in 2004 and will again soon for Baldur. She is a dog whisperer!

zoeszst

10/31/2012

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Christina is just an amazing b...

Christina is just an amazing behaviorist, the session our rescue dog Cappy had was way beyond our expectations. Doing rescue work I have never seen anyone work so dramatically or quickly, she was able to not only keep Cappy from exhibiting any of the aggressive signs of fear of strangers that we began seeing in him but to engage him and bring out a playfulness we hadn't seen before (but suspected!) We have been seeing amazing changes in Cappy since she came -- he is much less fearful, more confident, engaged, more animated... happier! We think Christina is a terrific find

anonymous

09/28/2012

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Christina is a savior! A few months after we adopted Cesar, a greyhound mix, he developed separation anxiety. He chewed books and pillows when we left the apartment, scratched all our doors, chewed through all the blinds and even broke through our bedroom window screen. As soon as Christina started working with Cesar using her separation anxiety program specifically tailored to his issues he drastically improved. Working closely with Christina we found her to be very professional and personable. Separation anxiety takes patience, time and diligence to treat and we are grateful we found her, not every dog professional can resolve it but thankfully Christina is excellent. Before Christina treated Cesar, he would follow us right to the door and panic when we walked out without him and we were at a loss on how to treat it. Today, Cesar barely notices when we come and go, thanks to his time with Christina, and he even takes the liberty of napping on our bed when we leave. Cesar is calmer and much more confident which enables him to feel comfortable when we leave him alone. He now lives an anxiety-free life...and so do we!

mayamcl

12/20/2011

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Christina is awsome!. She hel...

Christina is awsome!. She helped me turn my very anxious, hyperactive whippet mix into a calm, obedient, loving dog. She uses only positive reinforcement and is very knowledgeble. She holds herself to the highest of standards and is always professional. I recommend her wholeheartedly.

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Phone: (917) 589-6296

Address: Glendale, NY 11385

Website: NY Clever K9 Inc.