Fun & Effective Training
North Pittsburgh Animal Behavior (NPAB) is owned and operated by me, Beth McGonigal, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, ABCDT — but all my friends, both four-legged and human, call me Aunt Beth. I began my training career in 2006 with local shelters, rescue groups and other privately held companies. I trained in people’s homes for over a decade and continue to receive client referrals from several veterinarians and pet experts throughout the Pittsburgh region.
At NPAB, we are committed to force free, science based, positive reinforcement training in order to better the human-animal bond through nutrition, exercise, mental stimulation and enrichment. We use family-friendly techniques and are advocates for the involvement of children in the training process. Our training is designed to be fun and engaging for both owners and our dogs.
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Wagging Testimonials
“Beth is an amazing trainer! Our dog had a lot of anxiety (especially around strangers), but Beth was able to get her to focus and learn some basic obedience to help her calm down. She is now a totally different dog around new people! I can’t tell you how many friends and family members have commented on the difference in our pup since we used Beth’s services. Thank you again for your help, Beth! You are a life saver!”
“The quality of training Beth did with our rescue dog in such short time was incredible. I have recommended her to everyone I know. She was great with our new dog and our children. She made the process very easy and was extremely affordable.”
“I cannot recommend Beth highly enough. Our very wild and out of control labrador had been to 3 other trainers. From my first conversation with her on the phone, Beth put me at ease. It was immediately clear that she knew her stuff. She was the most kind animal professional I’ve ever worked with, and the success we have seen with our Bella is unbelievable. I would never consider another trainer.”
We Care About You & Your Family
Your dogs are your friends and a big part of your family. Our positive reinforcement training allows everyone in your family to get involved and will help lead your dog while maintaining their trust and strengthening their bond and relationship with their most beloved humans.