Getting to know Your Canine Life Coach
Robin Sockness
Robin and her husband Steve have two dogs: KiKu and Reo, who are Japanese Chins. KiKu is a retired registered therapy dog. KiKu was adopted from the Fayette Humane Society. Reo came from Japanese Chin Care and Rescue Effort, a nationwide Japanese Chin rescue.
Your Canine Life Coach
“The relationship you have with your dog should be based on respect and love: not fear, pain, or intimidation.’’
— Robin Sockness, Professional Dog Trainer and Canine Life Coach
Pets are family members. And as such, to be integrated into the home with the highest possible happiness factor, a “canine life coach” is needed! Robin Sockness, a former resident of Fayette County for 20 years, now residing in Sharpsburg (Coweta County), has been working with animals her entire life. She knew from childhood that she had a natural attraction to dogs and the psychology of how they operate and relate to the world. She grew up in a home where her parents both rescued dozens of dogs, rehabilitated them and made them wonderful family pets. Robin is the co-director of JCCARE, a Japanese Chin Rescue Group and Vice President of St. Nick’s Closet. She empowers people to create a happy, healthy relationship with their dogs. She is a canine life coach, helping your dog become your best buddy.
Robin teaches puppy classes for dogs 9-20 weeks of age and provides private consultations for all age dogs which teach dog owners how to implement a behavior modification program suited for their specific needs based on the science of how dogs learn.
Robin is a member of APDT, and the Pet Professional Guild.
Veteranarian Approved!
“I’d like to recommend Robin Sockness’ services as dog trainer. Well-behaved pets are a pleasure to work with and a pleasure to own. Owners are proud to show off what their trained pets can do when they come in for visits to the clinic or when visiting with friends and family at home. For a well-trained dog, contact Robin Sockness and My Best Buddy Dog Training!”
Chris Schwenk, DVM
The Animal Medical Clinic of Fairburn
“As a practicing veterinarian in the Peachtree City area, I am pleased to have a dog trainer and behaviorist to be able to work with and recommend to my clients. I have been very satisfied with the conscientious approach Robin has taken with the clients I’ve referred. The feedback I’ve gotten from my clients about her training has been great.
I will continue to strongly recommend Robin to my clients for new puppy training and problem dog behavior.”
Daryl Rickard DVM
Braelinn Animal Hospital
Robin joined our behavioral/training referral team when we opened our new facility in 2017. We made it a point to find the best fear free/pain free trainer in our area. Our goal as a practice is to provide the best experience for our patients which includes their emotional wellbeing. We started with puppy classes for little ones, under 4 months old, to start off on the right foot. As our relationship has grown we have utilized Robin’s skills for many of our clients, from puppies to adults. Fayette County is lucky to have Robin to call upon with any of their behavioral/training needs. We strongly suggest all pet parents give pain free/positive reinforcement relationship building a chance to build that indestructible trusting bond.
Sherri Ray, DVM
Fayetteville Animal Hospital
Harmony with your dog
Our Mission
The mission of My Best Buddy Dog Training is to effectively teach dog owners how to build a positive relationship with their dog so that they may train them in a positive and non-punishing way to promote success.
We achieve this mission through customized training that is: positive, motivational, balanced, challenging, fun and rewarding for both humans and their dog.
We specialize in puppies, working with dog owners in developing a relationship based on trust, bonding and mutual respect.
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