Description:

If you’re like most dogs you don’t speak English, well at least not fluently. That’s how we can help by training your people to speak dog. Have your people trained to communicate with you better, because the key to a lasting friendship is good communication. Natalie has been learning from dogs for over 20 years and has developed her own unique style. She never uses a heavy hand, harsh word or choke chain. Love is her only tool, for love leads to patience, patience to understanding and understanding to better communication. Happiness is about training your people to be your Friends for Life!

Hello, My name is Natalie Hawkins.
I have been training horses and dogs for almost 20 years. When I started Friends for Life in 2000 I felt that people needed a less aggressive more natural way to communicate with our canine companions. My techniques are unique and easy for all members of the family to learn. I created a style of dog training that harnesses the behaviors of dogs and their ways of learning. Using a series of commands that incorporate voice, body and energy to train, I teach people how to understand their own pets. As a result, I have helped hundreds of dogs and their owners with all types of behavior problems as well as training for Basic and Advanced Obedience.

My extended experience consists of …
*18 years horse training and care*
*15 years working as a Veterinarian Technician*
*4 years as a Volunteer Dog Trainer for 4-H*
*6th year of Dog Training for Evergreen Park and Rec.*
* Member of the IACP*
In-depth knowledge of ...
*Canine and Equine behavior*
*Natural and Homeopathic foods and supplements*
I also use Bach Flower Remedies for my clients to aid in behavior issues from separation anxiety to aggression.

My philosophy is...
That the body and mind have to be healthy to be at their optimum to learn.
Friends for Life also supports the rescue of animals by extending a 20% discount to all adopted pets.

“Helping you and your pet become, Friends for Life!”