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        •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. •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 dog’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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        • 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. • ~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. • New Baby to Home Program as demonstrated on CBS News • AKC Canine Good Citizen testing. • Phone Counseling services are available for certain issues viewable at http://www.nycleverk9.com/services.htm •
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        The Total Harmony Dog Transformation System
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        •All breeds, all ages, disabled/challenged dogs and owners. • 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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        NY Clever K9 Inc.

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        Pet Services, Dog & Cat Grooming & Supplies, Dog Training, Pet Specialty Services, Pet Training

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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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        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

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        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.