Graduates of the Professional Dog Trainers Program

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Letters of Reference from Graduates of the Professional Dog Trainers Program

	Monique Lamoureux Vernon, BC www.therufflife.ca

"Since graduating from Ben Kersen's Professional Dog Trainers Program, I have started a thriving business doing what I love. Business has gone so well, that I have had to hire in my first year. The information provided, hands on experience, and guest speakers opened my eyes and helped shape my future in the dog training industry. I would like to thank Ben and his knowledgeable staff for giving me the stepping stones for where I am today." Monique is famous! Click here to check it out!”

•Thank you so much for the experiences over the last three months! The Professional Trainers Course has created brand new opportunities for me. I am 42 years old and knew in my heart that it was time for a lifestyle change. I am so glad that I took a risk and left my long term career to follow a passion and invest in myself and my future. It has helped me grow mentally, emotionally, physically and the money's looking good too!

We spent time with so many knowledgeable guest speakers who are experts in their fields. Ben's instructors were enthusiastic and supportive throughout the course and brought a wealth of information to the table. Ben's passion for teaching students and running his business is admirable. He manages to create a team environment while still catering to each individual’s needs. He really wants every student to get the most out of his program. We had a wonderful group and I know we will all go on to be successful in our chosen areas. Please feel free to contact me as a reference.

Cheryl Hughes, Mill Bay, BC
cherylhughes@shaw.ca

Ben and Family,
Things here are going well. I now have 52 agility students who I teach every week. Last year I only had about 20 students. I always seem to have a waiting list so I would say It’s going really good.
T.A.G Team Agility Group (this is our name) will be doing a ton of demos again this year. Its great entertainment for events and great advertising for me. This year Cue, (my 4yr Heeler) placed well enough in the regionals to go on to place really well at the 2006 agility nationals this year. We were competing with some of the best in the world and hope to do even better this year.
The class I took through you has really changed my life! I never thought in my wildest dreams I would be where I am right now in the dog world. Thank you for everything. If you would like for me to come up again I would love to do some agility demos and talk to your class again. Let me know when and maybe I can book a trial in Victoria at the same time.

Traci Sklarchuk, Courtney, BC
T.a.G. Team Agility Group
tsklarch@shaw.ca

I had the time of my life while enrolled in the Professional Trainers Program in Victoria , BC . I was given the skills necessary to do the job I love to do. I graduated from the course just under a year ago and now have my own business training and working with dogs. Business is thriving and it's great to get up in the morning and look forward to the day ahead.

Michelle Doroshuk

Rocky Mountain House , Alberta , Canada

Ben,
I wanted to get the chance to express my thanks to you for this wonderful course and for all the skill and knowledge you have helped me gain here. You are extremely skilled at what you do and I much admire the endless physical energy and passion you pour, not just into training dogs, but also into training your students. I feel you genuinely care about each and every one of us and that you truly want us to succeed. What a great environment to learn in!
I am so deeply impressed with this course! I would recommend it to anyone. The knowledge and experience provided in this course far surpassed what I could possibly have hoped for. It is my intent to continue on learning about the art of training long into the future. So thank you, Ben, for this remarkable experience and to you, a remarkable person!

Rachael Johnston
Calgary, Alberta
rachaelpachael@yahoo.ca

I am so thankful for this program. To be able to work with our dogs for a good three months is an opportunity that all dog owners should try and take a hold of. I know that I am a better dog owner having taken this program and will keep educating and training myself to be a better owner and handler as the years go by. I look forward to helping build stronger bonds, understanding and respect between dog and handler.
Lisa Sun

For people wanting to begin a career in dog training, or those just wanting more experience, I feel Ben’s Program has something to offer everyone. The three months of “hands-on” learning with your own dog, as well as the opportunity to work with a variety of other dogs provides a solid base for training any breed of dog in obedience. A favorite part of the Program for me was the guest speakers who brought expertise from their fields of training and demonstrated/shared their knowledge with the students. Like any area of education, dog training has many different avenues and exposure to any of these fields of training is beneficial. Since leaving Ben’s Program I have been very busy training; I have dogs on a waiting list and I haven’t advertised yet!
Denise Babiy, Fort St. John, BC
superukead@hotmail.com
What I learned through taking the Professional Dog Trainers Program was more than I ever expected. The wealth of information I received was fantastic, and the hands-on working with real dogs with real challenges was invaluable. I also appreciated soaking up Ben’s energy and expertise when handling a dog. Watching him interact with a dog is truly captivating and inspiring. By the end of the program I felt confident and knowledgeable enough to get started right away. I was fortunate enough to be hired by Ben shortly after completing the program and have recently had the opportunity to help create tomorrow’s trainers through Ben’s Professional Dog Trainers Program. They say if you follow your bliss you’ll never have to work another day in your life and I’m living proof of that!!

Heather Schwartz,
Victoria, BC
kumitequeen@hotmail.com

Thanks for everything. This course was an incredible experience and I have truly enjoyed it. You have a definite gift with dogs and I feel lucky to have learned all about dog training from you.

Carolina Cadiz, Santiago, Chile
Since graduating from Ben Kersen's Professional Dog Trainers Program, I have helped clients with basic obedience and also taken jobs within the film industry. I found Ben's techniques extremely adaptable and easily passed on to clients and their animals. The program would be definitely beneficial to anybody wanting to work with animals.
Georgina Bradley, Vancouver, BC
One of my clients was going to find her boxer a new home because the dog would not pay attention to her. We have had four sessions, the woman is thrilled, the dog is having a blast, and they are really connecting. The dog won't be going anywhere after all.
Shawna Twa, Malakwa, BC
Business is wonderful. I am so glad that I took your course. It has changed my life in ways that I never dreamed possible. I am into my fourth (or fifth?) group class, and my next one is booked, and I am starting to book into the new year. And believe it or not, I haven't advertised yet!
Cara Scott, Miramichi, New Brunswick
doglady@nb.sympatico.ca

I am very happy to have learned in your course. I really want to recommend this course to others. I shall never forget what you taught me. Thank you so much.
Shinobu Saito, Tokyo, Japan
S8ZAILU@aol.com
When I signed up for this course, I assumed you were only going to teach us how to train a variety of dogs and lecture us on various training topics as we took notes. I was thrilled to find out that you had produced for us training manuals complete with group session theory notes and the numerous other things we need to do/know as trainers. I would have to say that my absolute favorite memory of the course (aside from playing “multiple frisbee”), would be getting to teach Ben’s group class. It was only for a few minutes, but it was awesome to get to do it and to find out that I’m capable of doing it.
Darcie Jennings, Victoria, BC
Your methods really work, and best of all, they work fast. What I find intriguing is that we not only learned how to train dogs, but how to understand them. You really know your stuff, and I completely respect and admire your passion for dogs and their well-being. Thank you so much for offering this awesome opportunity.

Lynn Lefave, Victoria, BC
I’ve always admired your technique of training and your knowledge about dog psychology. You use positive reinforcement when training, which is the best way to make a dog love training time. Your training techniques are amazingly fast and effective. I’m so grateful that I have had this opportunity to learn from you. You’re an amazing trainer and teacher.
Pamela Reid, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Dear Ben!
I hope all went well with the PTP. Thanks for sharing your gift of dog training with all your students. I have met other trainers and nothing is as fun as yours. Your course was definately worth it. It has shown me how much fun it can be for the dog as well as the handler. I know the program must have a toll on you, trying to keep everyone happy. But remember that your students will be thankful once they are out in the world applying what they have learned. Hope you and your family are doing great.

Cindy Goguen
New Brunswick, Canada
cindy.goguen@rogers.com
Truly a gifted, results-oriented trainer, Ben effortlessly combines his dog training practices with a teaching style that is professional, effective, and fun! After comparing several training institutes, it was Ben's positive, energizing, 'praise-and-play' approach that sealed my decision to temporarily relocate to Victoria to attend his program. Again, thanks to Ben Kersen for sharing his many years of successes, and developing the Professional Dog Trainers Program.

Update: - January 2006 WOW!!! the end of 2005 already!!! Time surely does fly when you're having fun. So hey, how's this? I finished off this year (so far) having worked with a total of 240 new dogs! (and still a couple of weeks to go) Lately I've been booking spots for classes 2 months in advance! Thanks Ben, couldn't have done it without you!

Al Whitlam, Comox, BC
Thank you for the opportunity to participate in your Professional Dog Trainers Program. You gave me the confidence to rise to any challenge my dog Cyrus presented. He now responds beautifully to my commands and I am amazed at how quickly he has learned tricks. In turn, I will be able to apply your methods to other dogs and create more “canine good citizens”. I am excited, and looking forward to starting my own business that I love. Thank you so much for the push, the drive, and the influence.
Sandra Campbell, Abbotsford, BC

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