Brenda Aloff is one of the few 'common sense' trainers I've ever had the privilege of meeting. Brenda came to Melbourne, Australia in February 2009 to conduct some working seminars for dog trainers and enthusiasts alike, and to witness her apt to read, handle and understand dogs was amazing.  Her ability to actually 'walk the talk' is a testament to her skills and knowledge and we all relished the opportunity of learning new handling techniques, as well as better understanding the theory of dog behaviour and psychology.  As a trainer, I land many aggressive dogs as clients and I am currently managing my own dog-aggressive dog as well, therefore for me, listening and watching Brenda work with these dogs with such ease and quick wit was inspirational.  Her common sense approach is extremely refreshing and the results speak for themselves.  I look forward to Brenda's upcoming contribution to the dog training world with anticipation as I know many others are. I highly recommend any person seriously wanting to learn more about dogs, take the time to explore Brenda's work.  You'll thank yourself for doing so.

Trish Harris

Director

Four Paws K9 Training

Melbourne, Australia" 

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I have had the wonderful experience of taking several of Brenda’s workshops and of having her assist me with my very reactive Aussie.  Brenda has an incredible knowledge of and ability to use (and explain) learning theory.  When this is added to her practical experience and no-nonsense attitude, she is able to accurately assess and intervene with even the most difficult dogs. I think that what makes Brenda different, and so amazing, is the fact that she has an entire skill-set of ways to interact with canines.  She is able to look at a situation and then decide how best to work with the dog for his or her benefit. I have gained a tremendous amount from the skills she has given me – it has made me a better handler of my own dogs and a much better trainer 

Kay Scott, LCSW, CASAC 

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In my over 20 years of dog training and handling experience, including training performance dogs, police and search and rescue dogs as well as dogs "with issues", Brenda is by far one of the most knowledgeable trainers that I have ever worked with. A gifted author speaker and trainer, Brenda has the unique ability to combine theory with practice.

She not only understands the theory of how dogs learn and why they behave like they do but she also has the practical skills necessary to use that knowledge. Many people know the jargon and the theory and still others have well developed training techniques. However Brenda brings the two together in a way that is clear, effective and humane to both the dog and its handler. That she is able to do this in a caring humorous and entertaining way is an added bonus. I consider myself extremely fortunate to have her as a training resource as well as a friend and her teachings are an integral part of everything that I do with both client dogs as well as my own working dogs.

Lucy Newton

Police Sergeant & Handler of Police Patrol/Narcotics/Cadaver detection dogs

Member of New England K9 Search & Rescue & North American Police Work Dog Association

Canine Instructor at the Vermont Police Academy. 
 

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Our K-9 Search and Rescue team was introduced to Brenda a few years ago.  Generally skeptical about many training philosophies, we were immediately impressed with her intuitive sense about dogs and their inner workings and we have been consulting with her ever since  

As a missing persons response team we depend heavily on the reliability of our K-9 partner, so many of us drive 2 hours every couple of weeks to stand in front of her with our dog and ask "What do you think?".  Within seconds she has identified and corrected the human element and provided clarity to the poor dog.  Whether we have a particular training issue or just want to solidify a skill, we leave each time with a new appreciation for the dog, their efforts to understand what it is we want and their willingness to jump through our "hoops"      

Through our time with Brenda, we have a greater understanding of our cross species communication and all the mixed signals we send and the result is a deeper and truly enriching relationship with our working partners. 

Pat Lamson

Training Coordinator, K-9 ONE Search and Rescue   

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Brenda Aloff vivifies the training experience.    She is the rare trainer who understands the reasons for a dog’s behavior, without ever letting reasons become excuses. I own working hound dogs. Brenda understood immediately how hound dogs think and what motivates them. She used that knowledge to teach them, instead of allowing me to use their characteristics as an excuse for not exhibiting  high standards of behavior.  Brenda understands what motivates dogs beyond a feeding schedule and uses her vast knowledge and experience to help them become great dogs. Her no-nonsense approach is fun and efficient.  She appeals to people who are serious about being responsible dog owners and handlers. Brenda is not one more trainer who read a book about a method and attempts to deliver her version of the method.  Brenda wrote the book! 

Nancy Weber Taylor, MA

National Speaker & Consultant and Houndsman 

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I have had such a positive experience working with Brenda. The information she provided became the base from which, together, we created my training tactics, training goals and programs.

Brenda's insight and recommendations were definitely actionable, and not so conceptually complex that we have had trouble putting it into practice. Brenda was extremely professional, delivered great information quickly, and was worth every penny. My relationship with my dog has flourished.

I have worked Brenda for a number of years and the caliber of her work and her willingness to do whatever it takes to get the results required is why we keep going back to her.

Victoria Craig

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The finest dog trainers combine skill, flexibility, an understanding of both dog and owner psychology and a down to earth approach.  Brenda is one of those special people who can accurately evaluate each dog as an individual and apply whatever technique is best suited to accomplishing its owner’s needs.  Drawing on years of experience owning and training various species, Brenda’s ability to tailor the training to the trainee is unsurpassed and, accompanied by her compassion, humor and savvy observational skills, she’s a dynamic force in the dog training world as an instructor, speaker and writer.

Barb from Wonderdogs