Animal Behavior and Training Associates, Inc. (ABTA) uses a variety of techniques to teach obedience and correct behavior problems. We believe, when teaching a new behavior or new response to any dog, you must first guide, rather than force, the dog into the correct behavior. Once the dog has demonstrated a clear understanding of the command and elects to disobey, we can use a variety of corrections. Before administering any correction we take the individual dogs drives and sensitivities into consideration. By using a balance of meaningful rewards, humane co. rrections and an understanding of pack dynamics we create an extremely safe and effective training program. ABTA strives to go beyond the mechanics of obedience commands. We teach owners how to live with their dog in a way that will encourage him to become an obedient member of their family. We also want to educate dogs and their owners so the dogs can have more fulfilling lives and the owners can have a more pleasant pet owning experience.