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DR. SUE MYLES

Ph.D in Canine Behavior

Dogs are intelligent, intuitive animals that share our hearts and homes. They deserve smart, effective and kind training and that’s what I teach with my DogThink techniques. I’ll never say “Yank harder!” “Yell louder!” or “You’re not being dominant enough…roll that dog over on his back!” You won’t hear me say that because those methods hurt dogs and hurt people.

DogThink uses your brain to learn how your pet thinks, responds and behaves the way he does. Learn the nuances of canine behavior and use them as you train your dog. Think like a dog and you can train one. DogThink is the fastest and most effective way to change a dog’s behavior and I use it, exclusively.

Dogs mean a lot to me. Always have. Always will. They can bring out the best in us, the humans who just don’t understand the inner world of the dog. My DogThink method gets you into the mind of your dog and able to understand his behavior. After all, dog training is a team effort not just a human yanking on a chain fastened around the dog’s neck.

I like people, too. The taller end of the leash gets the same care that the lower end does. People want help with their pets and I’ve got a lot of that to give. And, we laugh more in my classes than a night at the Comedy Store. If laughter isn’t interesting to you, you won’t like my classes.

I can outguess even the cagiest pooch. I’ve got lots of creative, unusual ways to teach dogs that I’ve invented. Many dogs thought incorrigible become good little doggie citizens in the blink of a Beagle’s eye. I never yank on our collar, hang dogs by the leash or make dogs sad. I simply connect with the dog, the owner and make the problems disappear.

MEMBERSHIPS
*Southern California Animal Trainers Society (SCATS)
*American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Evaluator
*California Dog Writers

 Yes, I spend lots of time with owners and the pets they love. My career, now in its fortieth year, gives my life deep meaning, emotional satisfaction and a constant source of creative, imaginative problem solving.

But What do I do when I'm not hanging out with dogs?

- You may wonder....

I PLAY.  

I'm an amateur oboist. I study with a local teacher and am enchanted with this bewitching, treacherous and captivating double reed wind instrument.

I READ.

History, biography, plays, the poetry of Emily Dickinson and anything by Albert Payson Terhune.

My favorite historical person is Mary Todd Lincoln and yes, I own every book ever written about her.

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I WRITE.

My Ten Simple Steps Series continues to grow. Currently writing book four, I plan to cover just about every topic of interest to people who love their pets. I have also written a play, The Master of Sunnybank, a bio-play about Albert Payson Terhune.

I live with a guinea pig, Tinker, who is so smart she was invited to join MENSA. My cat, Midge, was denied entrance to the same august establishment.

See you in class!

Midge

Midge

Tinker

Tinker

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Nigel

Nigel

EDUCATION

2014
PH. D  IN ANIMAL BEHAVIOR – Trauma inspired behavior problem in dogs, Diagnosis and Treatment.

2004-2012
Southern California Animal Trainers Society Annual Meeting, Los Angeles

2000
American Veterinary Medical Association Behavior Seminars Utah

1974-1976
Moorpark College- Area of Study: Animal Behavior and Exotic Animal Training/Management

PUBLICATIONS

2017

GedDOWN! The Ten Simple Steps- That Really Work!- To Stop Your Dog's Jumping Up

2016
Ouch! The Ten Simple Steps- That Really Work!- To Stop Your Puppy's Biting

2012
Pee Free! The Ten Simple Steps- That Really Work!- To Housetraining Your Puppy

1993

“The Shocking Truth: The Use of Electric Shock in Training Companion Dogs”

1992

  • “Temperament Evaluation for Adult Dogs” Private Publication by Laguna Beach Animal Shelter

  • “Trainers and Chokers: How Dog Trainers Affect Behavior Problems in Dogs”, Published by Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice Summer

  • “Who’s In Control?” Published in Current Waves, Southern California Veterinary Surgical Group

CONSULTATIONS - EXPERT WITNESS FOR DOGS

Unfortunately, a dog can't testify on their own behalf. Dogs can't give their side of the story or be cross examined by the prosecution. But, I can be there to provide the next best thing. As a Canine Behavior Doctor,  I provide valuable insight into a dog's behavior, introduce possible explanations for the event that may have occurred & also help to decide if rehabilitation is a possibility. I am an experienced expert witness in dog bite cases for both defendant and plaintiff. I can provide depositions, expert testimony and counsel for both dog owners and attorneys. Please contact me to discuss your case and how I may be able to help.

TESTIMONIES

2017
Testified as an Animal Expert Witness for deposition on behalf of plaintiff in vicious dog bite case.

1998
Testified as an Animal Expert Witness for deposition on behalf of plaintiff in animal cruelty case.

1997
Testified as an Animal Expert Witness for deposition on behalf of plaintiff in vicious dog bite case.

1990
Testified as an Animal Expert Witness for deposition on behalf of plaintiff in vicious dog bite case.