At See Spot Sit Dog Training, our mission is to:
Teach humans how to effectively communicate with their dogs. To educate and train rescue volunteers and shelter personnel in our community regarding how to evaluate and assess dogs for proper placement the first time. See Spot Sit also focuses on teaching the public how to bring home a shelter or rescue animal and successfully integrate it into
their family. Our goal is to create homes where companion animals live happily together, in an environment that is safe and healthy for both pets and people. We also focus on educating families, with an emphasis on children, how to approach and meet an unfamiliar dog, and as well as properly interact with and respect their own family pet. Our ultimate goal is to create harmony between people and dogs. Charlotte Mallion’s vision was inspired by her involvement in animal rescue and rehome, which began over 12 years ago. She was on the board of Maumelle Friends of the Animals and currently serves on the board of directors for Sherwood Animal Shelter Helpers. She is an AKC certified Canine Good Citizen trainer and evaluator. She is experienced and educated in obedience training, advanced off-leash training, and behavior modification. Charlotte was mentored by Suzanne and Larry Olsen, of Palfwyn Dog Training School, who received all of their training and education in Germany and have well over 25 years of experience. Charlotte founded See Spot Sit, LLC to provide training and behavior modification to residents of Arkansas, after recognizing her passion for enriching the lives of animals and their owners, and her ability to bridge the communication gap between the two. She has been featured several times in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, as a local expert in dog training and behavior. She was also invited to be a guest speaker on a local radio station to address issues regarding animal behavior and public safety when dealing with animals. Charlotte was born and raised in Arkansas where she raised two children and had a successful career in the legal field. She enjoys spending time with her children, grandchildren and her own pets. She is also an avid participant in animal rescue and welfare. Charlotte has studied the works of professional trainers and behavorists, including, Karen Pryor, Dr. Ian Dunbar, Carol Lea Benjamin, Victoria Stillwell, Suzanne Clothier, Jack Volhard, Melissa Bartlett, Bill Moore, Grisha Stewart, M.A., CPDT-KA, who authored Behavior Adjustment Training "BAT for Fear, Frustration and Agression in Dogs," Patricia McConnell, PhD, and the Monks of New Skete, and many more, in order to continue her education and enable her to possess the knowledge and tools to help dogs and humans.