NW Florida’s #1 Dog Training Center

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Results at Pets Behave are not by chance. We use proven, positive training methods that get you to your training goals. Whether you are house training your puppy or dealing with an aggression problem, we can help.

Debbie Revell, Owner and Manager of Pets Behave

R.N. Dip CABT. CDBC  

Certified Dog Behavior Consultant, Trainer and CGC Evaluator

Debbie Revell is outstanding in the field of dog training and behavior.  She holds a Diploma in Companion Animal Behavior and Training from the Centre of Applied Pet Ethology in England. She is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant and clinical member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) and a Diplomat of the Centre of Applied Pet Ethology (the study of animal behavior)

Committed to training methods using positive reinforcement Debbie is an advocate of clicker training.  She has been clicker training animals for over 15 years and competes with her clicker trained dogs in top levels of obedience and agility.  She has many years experience in the training and rehabilitation of problem dogs and cats and is an expert on the effects of diet on canine behavior and training. 

Debbie offers advice for pets with problem behaviors and teaches a variety of dog training classes from puppy to advanced levels. She gives workshops on learning theory, clicker training, aggression and behavior modification.  She is a member of the Five Flags Dog Training Club and the Florida Pan-Handlers Australian Shepherd Club.   In addition, she works with local rescue organizations and shelters giving advice and temperament testing some of the more challenging dogs.

Living with Debbie are Willow, a Golden Retriever, Digger, a Border Collie-Aussie cross, Zoom the Papillon and Skye, a Border Collie. 

Elizabeth Osborne, Trainer

Elizabeth loves a challenge.  She has spent more than 8 years professionally training and solving some of the most complex training issues.  She understands the uniqueness of each animal and customizes her training to bring out the best in it.  Earning her BS from Southampton College of Long Island University, New York, and Elizabeth majored in Psychology with an emphasis on operant conditioning.  She is a Certified Dog Trainer through The Animal Behavior College (ABC) and is an active member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT).

Elizabeth brings to Pets Behave a wealth of training experience and expert skills that will ensure pets and their owners achieve all their goals.  From dolphins to dogs, Elizabeth has trained a wide variety of animals in show and husbandry behaviors.   She has dedicated a lot of her time educating the public through lectures and interactive programs on marine animal and environmental conservation. 

As you can see from the picture, Elizabeth likes to get up close and personal with the animals she trains.   She is a full time Pets Behave staff member conducting group classes, private lessons and in-home training.

Elizabeth lives with her beloved cat, Cassius and is anxiously awaiting the arrival of her new Brittany puppy, Jersey.

Sheila Baez, Trainer

Sheila Baez has owned and trained dogs most of her life. She joined the Pets Behave team 5 years ago and has been teaching Puppy and Beginner Obedience classes. She has competed in obedience and agility. Her interests and passions are everyday pet training, agility, and behavioral cases. Positive Reinforcement training has provided the opportunity for Sheila to build and maintain strong relationships with all of her dogs.  The excitement and joy that is seen on the dog’s faces when they know its “time to train” is an awesome experience.

Marilynn Smith, Agility Trainer

Marilynn shines in the agility ring.  She has reached top levels showing her dogs in agility, conformation and obedience.  She is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, Five Flags Dog Training Club, and the Border Collie Society of America.  She has over 15 years experience training and competing in obedience and agility.  Marilynn competes in agility with a number of organizations including AKC, NADAC, USDAA, and ASCA. She also attends seminars, workshops, events, and coaching to further her knowledge and skills.

 Marilynn shares her home with her Border Collies, Ice and Clue and Australian Shepherd, Keeper.

Diane Gill, Assistant Trainer

Diane has 20 years of animal training experience and has been with Pets Behave for 8 years working as an assistant trainer. She enjoys the time she spends at Pets Behave because of her natural love for all dogs.   Diane shares her life with her Border Collier mix, Willie (Nick named ‘Wild Willie’!) and new puppy Zip.