About Bonding with Buddies

<h2>In-home training built around the dog-owner bond</h2><p>Bonding with Buddies works out of Deerfield, Illinois and describes its purpose in its own strapline: "Forging an everlasting partnership between a dog and his companion." The site says the focus is on building confidence for dogs and companions, and specializes in "dog basics for bonding between dog and owner including sit, stay, down, heel, and come."</p><h3>How sessions work</h3><p>The What To Expect section says training happens at your home and in real-life situations, and that each dog and companion team is different. Owners are asked to send a note about what they are hoping to achieve; the site states that after an evaluation a few pricing options will be given to best suit the owner's needs and budget. The contact section names Stu Unger and gives a phone number for an initial conversation.</p><h3>Philosophy</h3><p>The Why Bonding With Buddies section sets out the thinking: "I believe in the relationship between a dog and a companion… While your dog is a part of your family, you are your dog's life." It describes emphasizing mutual respect between dog and companion to bring out the best in the dog while striving to eliminate undesirable traits, and notes that most dogs will never see a show ring, but every owner is looking for a good companion and a good citizen.</p><h3>Background and the dogs</h3><p>The Who I Am section says he got his first dog at seven years old, but that his love for training dogs began in 1959 when he got his first German Shepherd, Maverick, and that obedience training began years later with a boxer. It says he currently has four German Shepherds, has a soft spot for rescuing dogs, and that his extensive training has led them to many companion dog titles; the page states that three are titled with Companion Dog and Good Citizen and are certified therapy dogs. The site's menu also carries sections on companion dogs, therapy dogs and certifications. A recommendation quoted on the site from a manager at the Friend Center describes repeat visits by him and his German Shepherds to their community.</p>