We believe that dog training should be fun and positive for both the owner and the dog. We believe in personalized training, so the dog and owner team can successfully learn to communicate with each other. The biggest obstacle between dog owners and successful ownership is a language barrier. Obedience class is where you and your dog learn a common language. Once that language has been established, the sky is the limit as to what you and your dog can accomplish together! This approach gives us a success rate second to none.
Lynne M. Panno, the owner of Progressive Canine, Inc., has been an animal professional since 1981.She has a degree in Animal Science and worked as a Veterinary Technician for five years. She became involved in training in 1988 after attending a class with her own dog Bear. She spent 4 years as an apprentice/assistant trainer. In 1991 she began instructing classes for Pet Supply Depot, providing classes for 4 of their locations. In 1996, she formed Progressive Canine Training and Behavioral Services. She currently has 2 dogs, both Rottweilers; Caius,BH, CGC, TT, who is 2 yrs old, and Jade, BH, CGC, TT, RMS both are actively showing in conformation and Caius is in training for his Schutzhund titles. Lynne has also trained and titled numerous dogs for her clients in German style conformation, and working trials.
Lynne is not only a teacher but is also a student. She continues to expand her knowledge in behavior and training by attending lectures and working seminars with top instructors and trainers from both the USA and Europe. Lynnes continuing education also includes canine nutrition and health.
Lynne is a Judge for the United States Temperament Test Association. (USTTA), and a certified evaluator for the AKC's Canine Good Citizen Program (CGC), she is also an active member of United Schutzhund Clubs of America, American Rottweiler Club, United States Rottweiler Club, American Rottweiler Verein, D.V.G, United States Police Canine Association, and New England Rottweiler Fanciers.
We at Progressive Canine believe that dog training requires commitment and practice, which is why all of our students are given a weekly "Homework" assignment. The old adage "Practice Makes Perfect" goes a long way in helping to attain the best relationship with the dog, while the dog will in turn love the attention given to him when performing his lessons properly.
