About Good Boy

About

GoodBoy Dog Training describes itself as "an in-home dog training service committed to growing confidence and obedience in your furry friend." The stated method: "we use positive reinforcement, centered on ABA therapy techniques to make training an enjoyable experience for you and your dog."

The business is run by two owners.

**Ben McGill M.C.B., Owner.** Born in Australia, he "pursued higher education at Western Kentucky University (WKU), in Biology and Psychological Science." His professional path "began in the early 2000s at a humane society," then "a wildlife sanctuary and later served as the Animal Manager at Kentucky Down Under Adventure Zoo." His methods "were further refined through his study and application of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)," and he worked "as an ABA therapist and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)." He holds "the esteemed title of BCCB through the Board of Canine Behaviorists," is an AKC evaluator and instructor "qualified in several programs, including the AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) program, the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy program, CGC Advanced (Community Canine), Urban CGC, AKC Video Home Manners, and AKC Trick Dog assessments," and is "a professional member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT)." The site states he "specializes in canine aggression cases and the training of four types of service dogs."

**Becky McGill, Owner.** She attended "Western Kentucky University (WKU), for biology" and is "a certified AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy instructor." As co-founder she "takes on the vital responsibilities of business administration, scheduling, and customer relations."

Services

The published individual, in-home, one-to-one services are:

– Behavioral Modification Therapy

– Puppy Manners (up to 6 months)

– Aggression

The site also lists group classes, virtual lessons, a "Become a Trainer" track, an online library and recommended reading. Training hours are listed as 8am to 7pm, with office hours 4pm to 7pm.

Booking terms are published: "All lesson purchases are non-refundable. Exceptions are considered on a case-by case basis. Bulk lesson purchases are not a guarantee of completion."