| About |
| Certified in Training & Behavior Counseling by the |
| Academy for Dog Trainers |
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| ©2007-2008 Keen Canines, LLC |
| The Trainer |
Jordan Rothman graduated with honors from the San Francisco SPCA Academy
for Dog Trainers, earning a certification in Training and Counseling (CTC)
credential. He studied with Jean Donaldson (“Dogs are from Neptune,” “Culture
Clash,” “Fight!,” “Mine!,” and “Oh Behave!”) and Janis Bradley (“Dogs Bite”). He has
completed advanced work in animal behavior, including learning theory,
behavior problems, teaching techniques, and puppy development. He is also
certified in Pet CPR & First Aid through PetTech®, and a member of APDT, the
Association of Pet Dog Trainers. In addition, Jordan continues to learn about dogs
through experience, working with other professionals, and attending seminars.
for Dog Trainers, earning a certification in Training and Counseling (CTC)
credential. He studied with Jean Donaldson (“Dogs are from Neptune,” “Culture
Clash,” “Fight!,” “Mine!,” and “Oh Behave!”) and Janis Bradley (“Dogs Bite”). He has
completed advanced work in animal behavior, including learning theory,
behavior problems, teaching techniques, and puppy development. He is also
certified in Pet CPR & First Aid through PetTech®, and a member of APDT, the
Association of Pet Dog Trainers. In addition, Jordan continues to learn about dogs
through experience, working with other professionals, and attending seminars.
| Philosophy |
Keen Canines believes in a strong bond between human and companion animal
being built on trust and clear communication. Dog training is meant to be fun on
both ends of the leash, which is why positive, science-based methods are utilized.
Benefits of reward-based methods:
being built on trust and clear communication. Dog training is meant to be fun on
both ends of the leash, which is why positive, science-based methods are utilized.
Benefits of reward-based methods:
 | Founded in the scientific principles of animal learning theory. |
| Fosters relationship built on trust, confidence, and effective communication. |
| Automatic positive associations are formed. |
| Provides your dog with specific information about desired behavior(s). |
| Almost everything that your dog may need and want on a daily basis can be | |
| used as a reward by simply making it contingent upon desired behavior. |
| Positive, Reward-Based Training |
| Jordan Rothman, CTC Keen Canines, LLC Dog Trainer & Behavior Counselor Roseland, NJ 973-650-1691 jordan@keencanines.net |
