Michael Baugh CDBC CSAT
Aggressive dog training expert Michael Baugh began his professional work with families and their dogs in 1999. He graduated with honors from the San Francisco SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers and the Karen Pryor Academy for Animal Training and Behavior. Michael has a degree in communications with a secondary concentration in psychology from Loyola University of New Orleans. He also studied community counseling at the Graduate School of John Carroll University.
Michael is a full time certified dog behavior consultant (IAABC) and dog trainer in houston.
Certifications:
- Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) – Awarded by the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC). This certification required multiple essays and case studies related to helping people who have dogs with serious behavior problems including aggressive dogs.
- Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT)
Michael is prolific writer on the subjects of dog behavior, training, and the canine-human bond. Click here to visit Michael’s dog training blog.
Positive Reinforcement Training
Michael is firmly committed to training dogs with patience, kindness, and compassion. None of his techniques startle, frighten, or hurt dogs. Rest assured, you and your dog will both be comfortable working with him. Read more: Correcting Unwanted Behavior with Positive Reinforcement
Person Centered Approach
Michael integrates Carl Rogers’ person-centered philosophy into his dog behavior consulting, emphasizing empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard. This human-focused approach centers on the belief that clients possess the inner resources to address their dogs’ behavioral challenges. By fostering a collaborative and non-judgmental relationship, Michael empowers dog owners to take an active role in their pets’ behavioral development, leading to lasting, positive changes. Read more: What is Person Centered Dog Training?