Karma Dog Training
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Jeffrey Brian Liebowitz is also the founder of the not-for-profit educational group, Trainers who Participate in Socialization Parties (TPSP #1), an organization comprised of professional dog trainers and licensed veterinarians who have joined together in the interest of puppies everywhere to help facilitate the all-important socialization process.
In addition, Jeff is the creator of the "Dogs in Recovery" program which is a 12-step program/support group for owners of dogs with aggression issues. Not only that, Jeff has developed a Zen like application for teaching clients called the "Karma Dog Training Method", that is considered among his clients to be the most gentle, effective and enlightened approach to puppy/dog training available.
Jeffrey is also quickly becoming a rising star in Hollywood. He and his 3 male pit bulls - Brian, Louis and Scottie - were featured in the full-length documentary entitled "American Pit Bull" produced by Oscar nominated Braverman Productions. His first book entitled "A Walk Towards Heaven" will be published by the end of the year. Most recently, Jeff appeared on "The Denise Richards Show" on E! Entertainment, as her private dog trainer consultant.
Click here to see a television trailer produced by Braverman Productions
Born and raised in New York, Jeffrey's ability to empathize with what an animal is feeling had always been commonplace to him, but it wasn't until he rescued 3 male pit bulls from a life of being at best guard dogs, and at worst fighting dogs, did his awareness expand to the higher understanding that from an energetic standpoint, these extra sensitive animals will become exactly what they are given.
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Acknowledging his twin brother's admonition to "Give Him More Love!", Jeffrey adopted the foundation for all of his training with what he now calls "Karma Relating."
Karma is action, and the law of Karma says that in every moment of our life, we have access to an infinity of choices. But there is one choice that it is karmically appropriate and that is the choice which brings joy to the choice maker and brings joy to those that are affected by that choice.
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For years he assiduously researched hundreds of books on domestic dogs and personally learned from the most venerable dog trainers in the dog world including Cesar Millan and Paul Owens, but it was through his own perception and first-hand experience raising 3 male pit bulls, without ever resorting to a choke collar or a crate, that over time Jeff developed his own caring approach to training —resulting in smiles and wags all around.
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With a loving family of 3 pit bulls by his side, he continues on a joyous journey where each new day is an exploration of how deep unconditional love can be. "A Walk Towards Heaven" (pictured to the right) could be in book stores by spring.
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Aimee Burton, APDT # 75652, was born and raised in San Diego, California. Growing up with animal lovers and a Veternarian for a father she was never without several animls in her household. Adopting both her Grandmother and Mothers love for horses, Aimee started riding and eventually training horses as a teenager.
Working at her parents Animal hospital from junior high school through college, she learned hands on animal behavior and handling, as well as a complete spectrum of animal care. After getting her own dogs as an adult, Aimee began studying the teachings of top animal trainers such as Paul Owens, Pat Miller, Nicole Wilde and Cesar Milan, taking only what felt right from each method of training.
Aimee met Karma Dog Training owner and founder, Jeffrey Brian Liebowitz, after hiring him to assist with her very frightened, neglected and abused 4 lb. chihuahua she had rescued from the city pound. She instantly felt a connection to Jeffrey's kind and loving approach to dog handling, and after their first session was invited to accompany Jeffrey to his group and in home sessions to learn the "Karma Dog" method.
She now teaches the Puppy Kindergarden, Puppy Elementary, Basic Obedience 1 and Basic Obedience 2 classes as well as in-home visits for Karma Dog Training. Aimee lives in Burbank, Ca. with her her 3 dogs; a 7 yr. old Doberman Pinscher, a 3 yr. old dachshund/chihuahua rescue mix, and her little 4 lb. lucky charm that introduced her to Jeffrey, Ginger.
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Andy Bowles was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio where he lived with dogs since the day he came home from the hospital. Andy's love for dogs has been with him for as long as he can remember. Even at a very early age, Andy showed a talent for being able to understand dogs and their problems. No matter what breed, size, or color, dogs have always been his teachers and companions.
After being a professional chef for nine years, he moved from San Francisco to Los Angeles. He used this time to look for a profession he would love and make him happy. Once he thought about it, the answer was obvious: working with dogs in any way he could!
He started to call the number of every professional dog training company he could. Eventually, he got in touch with owner and founder of Karma Dog Training, Jeffrey Brian Liebowitz.
Jeffrey and Andy hit it off right away and he recommended that he follow his head trainer, Aimee Burton, around for a month or so to study Jeff's and Aimee's methods and the methods of Paul Owens and all those professionals who had the biggest impact on Karma Dog Training.
After meeting Aimee and working with her hands on, he knew he had found what he was looking for. Conversely, Aimee was so impressed with Andy's ability and energy with dogs, she immediately called Jeff and exclaimed that she'll be able to learn a few things from him as well!
Today, Andy lives in West Hollywood with his three dogs; Jager, a 6 year old lab/bloodhound mix, Gypsy, a 4 year old bull dog/bull mastiff/pit bull mix, and Isaak, a 6 month old pit bull/german rottweiler mix.
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Frank Pamies was born and raised in Burbank, California where he developed his love for animals at an early age. At just ten years old, his love of dogs blossomed when he rescued a geriatric abused Labrador retriever mix from the local pound. Since then, Frank has rescued and parented everything from the smallest of critters to the largest of canines including his current children, Mocha, an 11 year old dark chocolate lab he found in an alley in North Hollywood and Hunny who is a 7 year old epileptic Yellow lab/Visla mix rescued from a Las Vegas shelter .
In high school Frank worked for a local Animal hospital where he learned hands on animal behavior, handling and care. His love and passion for dogs continued to grow and as an adult, Frank began reading countless books on animal behavior in his quest to rehabilitate his own rescued dogs. After spending time volunteering at the local Animal Shelter, Frank knew he was ready to do this kind of work.
In 2007, Frank met Head Karma Dog Trainer Aimee Burton and formed a friendship based on their similar loving approach to dog handling. Shortly thereafter, he was invited to accompany Aimee on her group and in home sessions to learn the "Karma Dog" method.
Frank lives in Burbank, Ca. with his 2 dogs, Mocha and Hunny. In addition to continuing to study animal behavior and dog training, Frank volunteers and hosts donation parties for worthy causes such as A Place to Bark Animal Rescue, Best Friends Animal Society, The ASPCA, Habitat for Humanity, and The Tree People. He is also a devoted advocate and volunteer for animal rights causes.
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Britany Morano has always had a love for dogs and a desire help animals, to be their 'voice'. During her youth she would manage to bring home every stray animal she came across. She would then nurse them back to health, and do whatever it took to find them loving homes. She has also been an active equestrian since age three. As a young adult she volunteered at Joleen's Horse Rescue in Chatsworth CA, where she helped to educate the public on the horrible reality that we were slaughtering horses in the USA. (We no longer do so!) There she would rehabilitate as many of the poor horses who almost had that same fate, and then find them loving homes.
She actually thinks she can pin point the exact moment her affinity for animals (dogs especially) began. When she was 2 years old her golden retriever 'Brendan' saved her life when she almost drowned by barking incessantly until her mother came outside when she fell into the family pool!
She really loves all animals, but dogs and horses absolutely 'stimulate her soul'. She has been working hard to make her dream of working to rehabilitate animals come true and thus has had tons of hands-on experience. When she was 20 she enrolled at a private hands-on college "The Siberian Tiger Conservation Association" where she was taught handling/training techniques, including preservation and conservation efforts foe exotic and or endangered species, and was then certified as an exotic animal handler. She also worked as a veterinary technician, for a while after college. She has been an animal trainer for the past seven years, working with both domestic species. She also worked behind the scenes as an animal trainer for two animal rental companies training animal 'stars' for the motion picture, television, and print industries. Every job she has ever had has had to do with animals.
She believes that animals are here as teachers and healers. She is someone who really wants to make a difference whenever possible, to be able to make as many positive, significant changes in as many lives as possible, both animal and human! She wants to do this by helping animals and people connect, to be able to relate to each other in a way that both can benefit/understand.
Britany lives at home in Reseda CA, with her boyfriend Andy, son Noah and 4 critters, her 7 year old American Staffordshire Terrier "Angel in Disguise" named Kaya, a huge 3 year old, loveable Yellow Lab named Charlie and her two kitties, Drama and McLovin.
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Cece Bullard first started training dogs for show at age 11 as a member of the local 4-H Club in Hopkinton, New Hampshire. Growing up dogs and horses were always the most important creatures in her life. "Dogs have been beloved companions at every stage of my life, and always will be."
In addition to being a professional member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (A.P.D.T. # 73600), she's has also spent time working under the legendary Stan Kunin. As Cece puts it, “I love dogs, love to be with dogs whenever possible, and enjoy being around other people who love dogs and are responsible, caring dog owners.”
For Cece, helping dogs and humans communicate and understand one another better is a lifelong passion. It’s her belief that so much of the neglect and cruelty toward all creatures in our world is a tragic result of ignorance, misunderstanding and frustration. “Animals are a blessing in our lives and deserve to be treated as such. I want to be part of the solution whenever possible.”
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Born and raised in southern California, Nikki's passion for animals has led her to becoming one of only three trainers Jeffrey Brian has personally mentored and the first trainer ever to accompany him on private in-home consultations. A horse enthusiast and trainer for most of her adult life, Nikki's sequey into professional dog training was a natural transition.
Nikki is a strong advocate of the gentle approach to dog training. Through the teachings of Jeffrey Brian, she has studied the methods of renowned trainers, Paul Owens and Cesar Milan, and is convinced that a positive and gentle motivational approach to training yields the most effective results and is in complete harmony with the dog.
Nikki chooses to work with Jeff and Karma Dog Training due to her personal beliefs in spirituality and the importance of incorporating it into training. Additionally, Nikki helps save stray and ferral cats and works to educate others about the plight of stray animals.
When not training, Nikki shares her time between her 2 horses, 2 dogs, and 5 cats. She loves her animals and provides them with the best possible attention and care. You can expect this same passion and respect when Nikki works with your dog.