Sabine
Platten, CPDT
When I had to give up my horse because of orthopedic problems, we acquired
our first Labrador, Alix.
That started my love affair with dog training. She became my first teacher
and I learned my biggest lesson:
to be humble in my association with creatures that offer us so much, so
freely.
While I enjoy training and competing and have titled dogs in AKC conformation and obedience, AKC and APDT rally and AKC and USDAA agility, I love just being with my dogs. My passion is helping puppies build confidence and develop a relationship with their families based on trust, fairness and positive training.
I was an instructor with What A Good Dog for ten years. I am a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers and continue to improve my skills and understanding of the wonderful animals with whom we share our lives by attending seminars presented by cutting edge educators: Dr. Ian Dunbar, Terry Ryan, Suzanne Clothier, Sue Sternberg, Greg Derrett, Steve White to name a few.
Because DTCCC’s mission is positive training and community education, I am excited about being a member of this instructor team. I share my life with my very supportive husband, Peter; we are owned, trained and loved by our six Labradors: Alix, 15; Kes, 13; Campbell, 12; Dreamer, 8, her daughter, Beatrice, 4 and granddaughter, Kiri, 10 months.
