I'm your podcast host, Scott Sheaffer, and in this episode, I'm going to help you better understand the roles of a dog trainer and a certified dog behavior consultant. I'll walk you through how to find the right professional to help you with your dog's aggression or other behavioral issues. We're going to go global, exploring the requirements for dog behavior professionals around the world. I'll be revealing some shocking truths about the virtually unregulated dog training profession worldwide.You'll get a breakdown of how to identify the qualifications of a dog behavior consultant and why it's vital to follow their advice once you've selected who you are going to work with. I'll be sharing some tips on making the right choice in selecting a professional, including things to avoid, like the use of aversive techniques such as shock and prong collars.Subscribe to this podcast on any popular podcast player to hear new episodes on dog aggression and other behavior issues with dogs.About Scott SheafferScott Sheaffer, CCBC-KA, CDBC, CPDT-KA, is a certified dog behavior consultant who has worked with thousands of dog owners and their aggressive dogs. Scott specializes in the assessment and treatment of fear, anxiety, aggression, and phobias in dogs six months and older.Social Media and Other Links:DogAggressionAnswers.com (you can leave me a message here)FacebookTraining VideosScott Sheaffer's Dog Behavior ArticlesDisclaimerIf you have a dog who is aggressive and dangerous to humans, it is important that you immediately consult directly with an experienced and certified canine behavior consultant who specializes in dog aggression to humans. Take proper measures to ensure that your dog is never in a position to injure anyone. The information presented in this podcast is for educational purposes only and is neither intended nor implied to replace the need for the direct involvement of an experienced and certified canine behavior consultant who specializes in dog aggression to humans. Scott Sheaffer, the Grumpy Dogs podcast and USA Dog Behavior, LLC, are not liable for any incidents or outcomes resulting from following the advice given in this podcast.