Nancy B. Schumacher

Nancy Schumacher, founder of Best in Behavior and CPDT-KA Certified Dog Trainer is committed to helping your dog achieve his or her best in behavior. She uses a positive reward-based approach to dog training. This science-based approach rewards desired behavior and discourages undesired behavior through clear, consistent instruction. It is one you and your dog will enjoy.
As a Knowledge Assessed member of the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, Nancy must abide their strict Code of Ethics and adherence to high standards of excellence, professionalism and ethical conduct. In order to get the best results shaping your new puppy’s behavior or improving your family dog’s behavior, and for your understanding how to maintain these good behaviors, Nancy offers customized private in-home training sessions.
Training Methods & Philosophy
Positive reward-based training is a method that uses positive motivators to reinforce a dogs behavior. By communicating clearly to the dog what we want them to do and rewarding that behavior, the dog will repeat that behavior.
By motivating with treats, praise and playtime, the dog is rewarded for performing the behavior the owner is asking for. Behavior that is rewarded is repeated. Your dog will learn that coming to you when called is a positive experience and he will repeat the behavior.

Basic Obedience
Behavior Modification
Puppy Training Camp
Services Include:
Dogs 101 for First-Time
Dog Owners
Day Training