Renee Erdman

I reside in British Columbia, Canada. As a specialist in reactivity I work with clients around the globe to help them live improved lives together. I has been training and consulting with clients for close to 12 years through my business Bravo Dog Training and Behavior Consulting.

My passion for helping dogs suffering from fear and reactivity naturally extends to their guardians. My goal is to improve the quality of life for both dog and guardian, to teach concepts and skills that help them navigate the world together and to connect as a community to support one another.

My intention with my work is to help shift society’s focus on “fixing” dogs to one that views behavior through the lens of the individual and the influences that impact them as a whole. The temptation for guardians to turn to “quick fixes” for reactivity is one that often results in unintended consequences and worsened behavior down the line, a side-effect I see far too often and hope to prevent.


EDUCATION:

- IAABC Certified (International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants)
- Diploma in Canine Behavior and Science, CASI (Companion Animal Sciences Institute)
- CTC, via the Academy for Dog Trainers (Jean Donaldson)
- Fear Free Certified
- BC SPCA: Accredited Animal Kind dog trainer
- LLA- Living and Learning with Animals Certificate of Completion, Professor: Susan G. Friedman Ph.D
- The Mentorship Collective; mentorship and guidance for force-free pet professionals
- Previous and ongoing animal behavior conferences in the UK, United States and Canada