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Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA, CTDI)

Sassafras Patterdale

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Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA, CTDI)

Sassafras Patterdale

Sassafras Patterdale CPDT-KA, CTDI - is a celebrated author and dog trainer. Sassafras’ books have been honored by organizations ranging from the American Library Association to the Dog Writers Association.

Sassafras is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA), a Certified Trick Dog Instructor (CTDI), American Kennel Club Trick Dog/Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, American Kennel Club FIT DOG Instructor, and Fear Free Certified Professional. Sassafras’ multi-media work with dogs focuses on engagement, enrichment, play, and competitive trick training.

Sassafras’ training books include Tricks The City and Chew This Journal: An Activity Book for You and Your Dog. Sassafras’ dog Sirius has been the three-time #1 Newfoundland in the American Kennel Club National Trick Dog Competition.

Area Of Expertise

Certified Professional Dog Trainer  – Knowledge Assessed  (CPDT-KA), Certified Trick Dog Instructor (CTDI), and American Kennel Club Trick Title Evaluator and FIT DOG Instructor, Author

Education & Training

Certified Professional Dog Trainer – Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) , An American Kennel Club  CGC & Tricks  Evaluator,  and All Star Trainer Of The Year Certified Trick Dog Instructor

Activity & Honors

Dog Writers Association of America (Online Article Behavior/Training- 2022 WINNER Maxwell Medallion 

Dog Writers Association of America (Training/Sports book) –  Finalist 

Dog Writers Association of America (Newspaper Articles Behavior or Training) 2021Finalist 

Dog Writers Association of America (Newspaper Articles Health & General Care) 2021 Finalist 

Dog Writers Association of America (Tricks In The City) – 2020 Double Finalist -Training/Sports & Fear Free Dog Enrichment

Publications

“Tricks in the City: For Daring Dogs and the Humans that Love Them” by Sassafras Lowrey

“Chew This Journal” By Sassafras Lowrey

Barks from the Bookshelf Podcast #24 Sassafras Lowrey - Tricks in the City

Socials and Websites

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sassafras-lowrey-27112977

Recent Blog posts by Sassafras Patterdale

How To Train a Pitbull [Dog Trainer Explains]

How To Train a Pitbull [Dog Trainer Explains]

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Do you have a Pitbull at home? These loving and active dogs are popular pets and great companions. Like any...
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Puppy Schedule 101: Creating a Daily Routine for Your New Pup

Puppy Schedule 101: Creating a Daily Routine for Your New Pup

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Bringing a new puppy home is exciting, but it also can be exhausting. If you're adding a puppy to your...
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Are American Bullies the Same as Pitbulls?

Are American Bullies the Same as Pitbulls?

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Although sometimes people use the breed names interchangeably, American Bullies are not the same as Pitbulls. Because the terms are...
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Step-by-Step Puppy Training Schedule from Day One

Step-by-Step Puppy Training Schedule from Day One

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Adding a new puppy to your family is exciting, but it's also stressful. Once you have all your puppy essentials...
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How to Train a French Bulldog [Dog Trainer Explains]

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If you have a French Bulldog, you aren’t alone! This fun-loving breed has been the most popular dog and is...
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How to Fatten Up a Dog? [Dog Trainer Explains]

How to Fatten Up a Dog? [Dog Trainer Explains]

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Have you noticed that your dog seems a little thinner than usual? While we don’t want our dogs to be...
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How to Train a Search and Rescue Dog [Dog Trainer Explains]

How to Train a Search and Rescue Dog [Dog Trainer Explains]

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Search and Rescue dogs, often abbreviated as SAR dogs, are essential collaborators with first responders in times of emergencies. SAR...
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Dog Zoomies: Causes and How to Manage Them [Dog Trainer Explains]

Dog Zoomies: Causes and How to Manage Them [Dog Trainer Expla...

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Does your dog ever get a wild look and then start running wild and zipping in circles? This behavior often...
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Recall Training: How to Teach Your Dog to Come When Called

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One of the most important skills you can teach your dog is to come when called. Dogs who have perfected...
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How To Train an American Bully Dog

How To Train an American Bully Dog

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The American Bully is a modern breed of dog developed in the United States. The breed was recognized by the...
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Easiest Dog Breeds to Train [Sassafras Lowrey CPDT-KA]

Easiest Dog Breeds to Train [Sassafras Lowrey CPDT-KA]

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All dogs require training, and individual dogs will pick up skills at different rates, but some dog breeds have a...
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