[Nancy1999]

Sometimes I think we need a sticky on "Dog Trainers". This is taken from one site:

People call themselves behaviorists and trainers, and it sounds very prestigious, but there really is no law that says they need to have a certain kind of education," says Stephanie Shain, director of outreach for companion animals for the Humane Society of the United States.

So if there's no licensing or testing required, how can you tell a real pro from some guy who just got tired of selling insurance and decided to call himself a dog trainer? Check dog trainer's credentials before starting classes - Nashville, Tennessee - Friday, 02/16/07 - Tennessean.com.

Many breeders are calling themselves "dog trainers" in order to sound like they know what they are doing. Actions speak louder than words.