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Suzanne Clothier RELATIONSHIP CENTERED TRAINING (RCT) Promoting healthy relationships & humane training thru a holistic approach to the dog - body, mind & soul. Laugh or don't.

Suzanne's professional & personal beliefs are aligned, and not separated. Suzanne's approach appeals to many, though her sense of humor and strong beliefs can upset others. Life is not just about dog training. Suzanne is relentlessly curious about the world, reads extensively in many topics, and believes we all benefit from critical thinking, and thinking about a lot of things, not just dogs or tr

aining. If you have decided to follow this FB page, please be aware that Suzanne *does not* and never will separate her professional self and how she runs her business from her personal beliefs. If anything, her personal beliefs are strongly reflected in her business practices - as it should be. Living a life in alignment is an ongoing process for Suzanne. This is a free country. Suzanne assumes that you are here of your own free will, and that you know how to hit delete or unfriend or whatever it is that will take you away from this page should you be offended. Suzanne has no problem with opposing points of view that are thoughtfully presented. Racist/sexist posts, hateful posts, emotional diatribes, personal attacks and irrational rants will be deleted, and if necessary, reported to FB. Suzanne also believes strongly in the freedom of speech -- including her right to not listen to yours. She will post things she finds of interest, to which you may listen or not, as it suits. You post what you like at your FB page! Suzanne believes strongly in the power of humor to make the world a more bearable place. You may not find funny what she finds funny. Again, it's a free country. Read it or don't. Having said all this, Suzanne hopes anyone following this page is now fully prepared for what they may find here. She's really okay with people deciding that she is not the trainer for them. It lets things separate out nicely, saving us all grief in the long run.

How can RAT™ help?- The dynamics of relationship are your guide to effective training. RAT™ shows you what that dog and ...
19/12/2024

How can RAT™ help?

- The dynamics of relationship are your guide to effective training. RAT™ shows you what that dog and that handler need!

- Identifying strengths and weaknesses in a relationship points the way to customized training plans.

- The RAT™ scoresheet provides clear information for the client, and supports the rationale behind your training plans.

- Make the match! Is this dog right for this handler? Is this handler or lifestyle right for this dog? RAT™ is an ideal suitability assessment.

- Track progress through changes in the RAT™ scoresheet, provide excellent feedback for clients.

RAT™ provides a clear structure for helping you see whether a dog and human are aligned, or if their individual patterns of behavior are creating challenges or even conflict.

Next RAT course starts February 9, 2025. Early Bird Dog Pricing available now through January 12, 2025.

Put your training time, energy and resources into addressing the actual issues, not following a one-size-fits-all training plan with the help of RAT™.

This self-paced course offers 3 months of coaching from Suzanne (via 6 bi-weekly Zoom meetings), plus RAT Certification. Access to materials for 1 full year.

Find out more here: https://relationshipcenteredtraining.thinkific.com/courses/rat-feb25

18/12/2024

Six questions, unlimited answers and now a six part webinar series with Suzanne Clothier. You can enjoy them individually or purchase the series and save!

The Elemental Questions distill Suzanne’s decades of experience into simple yet profound inquiries that provide the answers we need to do our best by the animals in our care. While easily listed, each question can be asked in more nuanced ways with the answers understood at ever deeper levels as your experience grows.

This brand 6-part webinar series from Suzanne Clothier explores each of the Elemental Questions:
▪️ Hello? - January 16 at 2pm EST
▪️ Who are you? - March 13 at 2pm EST
▪️ How is this for you? - May 8 at 2pm EST
▪️ Can you . . . ? - September 11 at 2pm EST
▪️ May I . . . ? - November 6 at 2pm EST
▪️ Can we . . . ? - December 11 at 2pm EST

Buy them individually for $24.95 each or all six for $124.75 and SAVE. You can find out more at: https://relationshipcenteredtraining.thinkific.com/bundles/elemental-questions-webinar-series

The Elemental Questions are an extraordinary foundation for any relationship with dogs – or with any species. They are as valuable to the person with their first dog as they are to experienced professionals.

These webinars will be recorded, so you can join live or watch the recording after the fact.

Terrific advice for helping dogs stay safe in a busy holiday season. Please share!
15/12/2024

Terrific advice for helping dogs stay safe in a busy holiday season. Please share!

HEAD OF THE CLASS!A great way to practice your recalls and your settles around distractions.  Just one of the fun games ...
13/12/2024

HEAD OF THE CLASS!

A great way to practice your recalls and your settles around distractions. Just one of the fun games you can find in the RCT Training Games - now on sale in the Training Fun Digital Download Bundle, along with Fruits and Veggies and the Connection Course Cards.

Available at: https://suzanneclothier.com/shop/training-fun-download/

For all who need to hear this today -- shine, dance, sing!
13/12/2024

For all who need to hear this today -- shine, dance, sing!

The next time
you refuse to sing
because you’ll never
fill a stadium
or decline the joy of dance
for fear of looking
ridiculous
or you resist risking
the new adventure
because you’re
not entirely ready or
you dim your shine
because you’re not
completely healed and whole

the next time
you hold yourself suspect
because you’re not
entirely qualified

just remember

a bird doesn’t sing
because it’s talented
a bird sings because
it has a song

the moon doesn’t only shine
when it’s whole
it can show up with
a single sliver of itself
and still light an entire
night sky

show up. sing. shine.
the world needs you
as you are .

~ Angi Sullins

~ Art by Sam Toft

13/12/2024

Happy National Horse Day!

12/12/2024

Do you need help to SEE THE DOG?

How about a framework to SEE THE RELATIONSHIP between handler and dog?

Two great courses are starting in February, designed to help you do just that - and you can enjoy Early Bird Dog Pricing now through January 12th!

Intro to CARAT: SAVE $50 and get it now for just $325!
CARAT takes a detailed view of the individual dog as a unique combination of many factors working together to influence, exacerbate, mitigate and enhance each other. In the profile created by the nuances and specifics of this complex interaction of multiple traits, an accurate picture is created of the individual, regardless of breed or age.
Register now: https://relationshipcenteredtraining.thinkific.com/courses/intro-carat-feb25

Relationship Assessment Tool (RAT) Certification: SAVE $170 and get it now for just $425!
Before focusing on training specific behaviors, you need to understand the dynamics of the relationship. RAT's simple but effective framework helps you create a customized approach that meets the needs of dog and handler to minimize or eliminate points of conflict, and to support and build the "fireflies" of mutual connection and joy.
Register at: https://relationshipcenteredtraining.thinkific.com/courses/rat-feb25

Give yourself the gift of learning, and immerse yourself in quality information.  Suzanne's work is designed to help you...
11/12/2024

Give yourself the gift of learning, and immerse yourself in quality information. Suzanne's work is designed to help you connect with your dog and your clients - building meaningful relationships and focusing on the individual. Her webinars let you keep Suzanne's knowledge at your fingertips; there to access when you need a refresher on skills, inspiration on how to help a difficult client, or a reassuring word. And now you can have them all, at an amazing price.

Get a year's access for just $199.98 and save 50% using the code AmazingDiscount at checkout.

Suzanne Clothier's RCT Reference Collection, an on-demand collection of over 40 of Suzanne's webinars, is on sale NOW until December 31, 2024.

Subscribe now at: https://relationshipcenteredtraining.thinkific.com/bundles/reference-collection

10/12/2024

Looking for a way to add some FUN to your training classes, club events or any gathering of dogs and dog people? Want to...
09/12/2024

Looking for a way to add some FUN to your training classes, club events or any gathering of dogs and dog people? Want to boost your curriculum in creative, game-based ways? Or provide some drop-in sessions or pop-up public classes?

Well look no further - the Training Fun Bundle Digital Download is the perfect way to build new skills and improve dog/handler connection while having FUN! It includes the Connection Course Cards, the RCT Training Games and Fruits and Veggies!

And it is on sale now through December 31, 2024. Save $50 and bring your classes to a whole new level in the New Year.

Grab yours now at: https://suzanneclothier.com/shop/training-fun-download/

06/12/2024
Give YOURSELF a 🎁 gift 🎁 with an amazing offer - save almost $200 on The RCT Reference Collection Annual Subscription!  ...
06/12/2024

Give YOURSELF a 🎁 gift 🎁 with an amazing offer - save almost $200 on The RCT Reference Collection Annual Subscription! From now until December 31st Suzanne is offering it at 50% off.

The RCT Reference Collection is a collection of over 40 of Suzanne's webinars in one, easy to find place. And with the annual subscription you can get $1000 value for just $199.98 when you use the code AMAZINGDISCOUNT - an amazing gift for you, and those you help.

Do not miss this opportunity to dive deeply into Suzanne's work - the RCT Reference Collection offers diverse topics that you can access whenever is convenient for you.

Celebrate your love of learning and set yourself up for a great year of training with a gift for yourself that you truly deserve.

Subscribe now at: https://relationshipcenteredtraining.thinkific.com/bundles/reference-collection

Looking for a way to inspire?  How about a gift celebrating dogs and our relationships with them!  You can give them to ...
04/12/2024

Looking for a way to inspire? How about a gift celebrating dogs and our relationships with them! You can give them to friends, family, vets, techs, clients - or just spoil yourself!

NEW Mugs, tote bags, aprons, candles, stickers and MORE are available from Suzanne, and if you order by December 12th you will have them by the holidays.

Check them out in the shop: https://suzanne-clothier.printify.me

For those who know me, this will sound familiar: “Keep the light in those eyes.”That simple mantra I made for myself lon...
26/11/2024

For those who know me, this will sound familiar: “Keep the light in those eyes.”

That simple mantra I made for myself long ago has guided my work – and my life – for decades. Anything that dimmed the pure, fine light in an animal’s eyes was not something I wanted in my relationships with animals. Anything that helped that light shine clear and true was something I could embrace.

Turns out this is a pretty good guide for life in general. It sounds simple, doesn’t it? But I know it is a challenge when we feel afraid or anxious or angry, when the world can get complex and intense.

I work to help people truly see the dog. In these challenging times and in all the pressures and urgency of the holidays, I hope that we can also really see each other, and act with kindness and respect in our contact with others.

Imagine what a ripple we can send into the world when we act with that simple intention: “Keep the light in those eyes.”

This holiday season, we’re skipping the frenzy of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. That kind of hype does not reflect our mission to create a world where dogs are treated with respect, where connection is genuine. We wouldn’t pressure a dog to make a decision, so why would we do it to you?

As a small business, we know your support of our work means everything. And we do need your support of what we have to offer. So here’s our gift to you: thoughtful, meaningful deals from now to the end of the year. We’ve made sure that there’s something for everyone, regardless of your budget or who’s on your gift list. Check out our cool new merch offerings, including stickers to help spread the message!

Invest in your relationship with dogs. Give yourself the gift of learning more. Share the message SEE THE DOG. Together, we can make the world a better place for dogs and the people who love them.

You can find all the wonderful, no pressure deals at my website in this blog post at https://suzanneclothier.com/keep-the-light-in-those-eyes/

Thank you for your support!
Suzanne

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