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Gina Garey
About This Trainer
Animal Behavior and Healing offers dog training in Portland, Maine and is run by Gina Garey. Gina holds the Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) credential from the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC). Online sessions are an option.
At a glance
- Trainer: Gina Garey
- Credentials: CDBC
- Approach: Positive reinforcement (reward-based)
- Services: Virtual sessions
- Location: Portland, Maine
Why this matters for Frenchie owners
French Bulldogs can be vocal and pushy with other dogs, and corrections tend to make reactivity worse, not better. With rewards and gradual exposure, a behavior consultant can change your dog’s emotional response to triggers instead of only stopping the barking. Start with our reward-based French Bulldog training guide.
Sources: the IAABC certified consultant directory, checked October 2026. Confirm current services and prices with the trainer before booking.
Credentials and Services
Credentials
IAABC Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC)
Services
Virtual Training
Virtual Sessions
Yes
Credentials (as listed)
IAABC CDBC
Contact and Location
Address
129 Whitney Ave, Portland, ME 04102
Phone Number
Email Address
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