Episode Twenty-Four: Aimee Sadler

Training Without Conflict Podcast Episode Twenty-Four: Aimee SadlerIn this episode, Ivan interviews long time friend and colleague Aimee Sadler.For those that don't know Aimee, she is the founder and CEO of Dogs Playing For Life, a rescue organization that prides themselves on redefining the meaning and importance of quality of life for all sheltered dogs by improving their experience through playgroups and individualized training, resulting in urgent and responsible lifesaving.Aimee has dramatically shifted the world of dog rescue and has taken on the nearly impossible task of accepting some of the world's most difficult dogs in hopes to provide an amazing and fulfilled life for them. In this conversation, Aimee and Ivan have a great discussion ranging from the current state of the animal rescue world, the effects of the positive only movement on dog survival rates in shelters, how play is an absolute game changer in dog rehabilitation, how understanding sport training is paramount in being a great trainer, and they also expand on the amazing story of Tina, the extreme OCD case Ivan successfully rehabilitated using his Training Without Conflict® methods.We are sure this podcast has something interesting for absolutely everyone in the dog training world.We hope you enjoy it!Aimee Sadler is the Founder and CEO of Dogs Playing for Life (DPFL). With over 34 years of experience working with multiple species in varying venues, Aimee has become an internationally recognized trainer and speaker specializing in shelter programs that enhance quality of life and reduce canine euthanasia in animal shelters. Aimee regularly presents at animal welfare and professional dog training conferences such as HSUS’ Animal Expo, Best Friend’s Annual Conferences, Masters in Behavior Conference, the No Kill Conferences, and the International Association of Canine Professionals Conference. Aimee’s programs have assisted Longmont Humane Society and the Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation in achieving industry leading success as open-admission shelters saving more than 95% of their dogs! Aimee is a proud recipient of the Henry Bergh Leadership Award and the Maddie’s Hero Award, and has been inducted into the Members Hall of Fame for the International Association of Canine Professionals. Aimee currently resides in Longmont, CO, with her husband and their very full family.For more information regarding Aimee Sadler, please check out:https://dogsplayingforlife.comIvan Balabanov is a 2-time World Champion dog trainer, Ot Vitosha Malinois breeder, trainer of Premier Protection Dogs and founder of the revolutionary Training Without Conflict® dog training system.For more information about Ivan Balabanov and information on how to train your dog using the Training Without Conflict® system, check out: https://trainingwithoutconflict.comhttps://malinois.comhttps://premierprotectiondogs.comPlease like, comment, and share with your dog friends💪🏼