Each month, we introduce you to one of our Read and Release course instructors. This month, meet professional dog trainer Valissa Willwerth, who is also teaching the July Read and Release course.
Where’s home?
"We currently live in south New Jersey, on a small farm with our five dogs and two horses."
Tell us about your dogs:
"The canine family includes a Golden Retriever, a Golden/Lab cross, 2 rough collies and an Aussie/Poodle mix, ranging in age from 2 to 15 years old. No matter how you slice it, it’s a LOT of hair! And play time can get a little nuts."
How did your journey with The Masterson Method begin?
"My Masterson journey came about as a result of desperately seeking help for a TB mare I owned at the time. I wish I knew then what I know now, as I could help her SO much now thanks to my Masterson training. Gosh, our journey could have been so different and her comfort level would have been immeasurably improved. Nevertheless, she served as the catalyst for my journey and now I can help innumerable horses like her, so her suffering created quite a legacy.
I attended a Jim and Mark clinic that was the turning point for me. It literally changed the course of my life. Entirely."
What do you most enjoy about teaching the Read and Release course?
"I LOVE the Read and Release courses! Such a unique opportunity to meet folks from all over with different backgrounds, all coming together to explore the possibilities of MM to help our dogs. I’ve particularly enjoyed the camaraderie that develops between all of us, even though we’re far apart geographically and onscreen. Being there to support each other through the learning process and sharing in the Ah-Ha moments has been inspiring."
Check out the Canine Course page to learn more about Valissa
and our other instructors.
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