Credentials
Formal canine-related educationAt Fine-tuned Canines we value professionalism and constant enhancement of our skills. Lexi Hayden is a highly qualified professional who has received her canine-related education from two of the schools most noted internationally for producing highly qualified dog trainers/canine behavioral specialists. Lexi Hayden is a graduate of:
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MentorsLexi feels very honored and privileged to be able to continue to work with Martin and Pat, who are considered two of the best trainers in the dog training world. Martin is the Executive Director of the International Association of Canine Professionals and a world renowned trainer. Pat is a member of the Board of Directors of the International Association of Canine Professionals and a highly qualified and sought after trainer in her own right. |
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Hands-on trainingLexi has worked with variety of dogs of different breeds, sizes, temperaments and energy levels including these dog breeds: German Shepherd Dog, Shiloh Shepherd, Labrador Retriever, English Field (working) Cocker Spaniel, Labradoodle, Chow Chow mix, Cavapoo, Maltese, Boxer mix, Dachshund, Beagle mix, Golden Retriever, Rottweiler, Weimaraner, Portuguese Water Dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Schnauzer, American Staffordshire Terrier, Pit Bull, Pit Bull mix, Bedlington Terrier, Shepherd mix, American King Shepherd, Pointer mix, Catahoula Leopard mix, Standard Poodle, Miniature Pinscher, Maltipoo, Old English Sheepdog, Black Mouth Cur mix, Bichon Frise, Shih Tzu, Shih Tzu/Poo, Australian Shepherd, South African Boerboel (mastiff group), Doberman Pinscher, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Vizsla, Jack Russell Terrier, Chihuahua mix, Bracco Italiano, Bearded Collie, Spinone Italiano, English Shepherd, Airedale Terrier, Treeing Walker Coonhound mix, English Bulldog, Border Terrier, German Shprthaired Pointer, Field Spaniel, Tibetan Terrier, Coton de Tulear, Rhodesian Ridgeback mix, Australian Cattle Dog, Yorkshire Terrier, Havanese, Hound mix, Bull Terrier, and many other breeds and mixes. Her work has included training shelter and rescue dogs characterized as "difficult dogs", and she is very experienced in rehabilitating dogs with serious issues and bringing them back into balance. |
Educational background and degreeBesides having a very thorough formal education related to dog training and canine behavior, Aleksandra "Lexi" Hayden holds a Bachelors Degree in English (with a specialty in American Literature, History and Culture) from one of the leading universities in Poland. Prior to beginning her education in the field of dog training and canine behavior, Lexi worked as a teacher of English, both with group classes and in one-on-one situations. Thus she possesses excellent communication and presentation skills. Her background makes her a trainer who is not just good with dogs, but also someone with very good people skills. She loves working with people as much as with their canine companions. Lexi, a naturalized American citizen, goes about her work with a sense of humor, a strong American belief in following one's dreams and a dose of European charm. |
Professional Canine organization membership
Aleksandra "Lexi" Hayden is:
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Additional canine related training and certificationAleksandra "Lexi" Hayden is:
VolunteeringLexi has done a lot of work helping shelter and rescue dogs to become balanced. Her work with these dogs has made it possible for them to find find forever homes. |
