Pat Stitzel trains with love, and gets lasting results

From the Shepherd Ranch to Polk County

Patrick "Pat" Stitzel has been training dogs for more than 35 years. He began with German Shepherd Dogs, breeding and training them for their intelligence, structure and working ability, and he has specialized in the breed since 1992. For years he owned, bred and trained on his "Shepherd Ranch" in Orlando.

Pat later moved his business to Polk County and opened a training center on Palmetto Avenue in Lakeland. Since then he has worked with every kind of dog: tiny Yorkies and Shih Tzus, doodles and Labs, Rottweilers, Dobermans, pit bulls and, of course, Shepherds.

What makes Pat different

Pat evaluates the core issue of any situation and fixes the problem instead of chasing symptoms. That saves owners time and money and leaves them with a well-adjusted dog. Many situations are handled in a single session.

He also teaches you. As a professional trainer, Pat explains how your dog processes information and thinks, which is how it learns and communicates with you. Once you understand that, you can lead your home with confidence, and that positive relationship improves your dog's overall behavior and obedience.

There are no shock collars, clickers or treats. You learn to build trust, understanding and respect with your dog without harsh treatment or gimmicks.

Why owners call The Dog Man

Most people call Pat after they have tried other options and still have a problem. He answers his own phone, he troubleshoots customers through the biggest problems, and he makes sure your dog is not the one running the house.