Assertive K-9 Training / Thinschmidt German Shepherds 

husband/wife/son/daughter team

Diana Foster CPDT 3071391 (Certified Pet Dog Trainer) - 36 years training dogs

  


Doug Foster CPDT 1071357 (Certified Pet Dog Trainer & Certified Regional Helper)-20 years training dogs


Robert Eimer - 15 years training dogs

            




Michele Eimer -  Office Manager

  • Michele earned her Bachelor's degree in Communication from the University of California, Santa Barbara
  • Office Manager for Assertive K-9 Training & Thinschmidt German Shepherds
  • Professional Photographer specializing in pet and family portraits

Visit Michele's New On-line Gallery  ~ Coming Soon!

 

What sets up apart:

35 years running a very successful business

A rating with the Better Business Bureau

Owners are certified dog trainers / Positive reinforcement trainers
Dedicated to training and breeding full time
Active in competing all over the country
Promoted and endorsed by - Caesar Milan
We absolutely 'LOVE' what we do!

The business runs on almost all referrals and are available upon request.

Cesar Millan with Diana, Doug, and Michele

Thinschmidt German Shepherds & Assertive K-9 Training;

proudly featured in Cesar Millan's latest book on puppies!

Our Certifications

  • Certified Pet Dog Trainers
  • Certified Regional Helper
  • 36 years in Dog Obedience Training / Specializing in Behavioral Problems & Aggressive Behavior
  • 22 years in breeding from the very best in German Shepherds
  • 17 years in German Conformation (showing and handling)
  • Featured in 3 DVD's and TV shows on National Geographic with Cesar Millan
  • Featured In Caesar Milan's newest book: "How To Raise The Perfect Dog" Through Puppyhood and Beyond
  • Article published in latest book from APDT: 'Top Tips from Top Trainers'
  • Mentor Trainers for ABC (Animal Behavioral College)
  • Expert witnesses on vicious dog attacks
  • Volunteer work with Animal Shelters/ Rescues
  • Volunteer teaching TLC class for children under SPCA
  • Give hands on experience for trainers earning their certification for ABC School
  • Articles published with Dog Training Magazines
  • Featured on 'The Pet Place'
  • First of 5 books to be published by Oct.1, 2010
  • BBB - Better Business Bureau (A rating!)
  • Members of:
    • APDT - (Association of Pet Dog Trainers)
    • USA - (United Schutzhund Club of America)
    • GSDCA- (German Shepherd Dog Club of America)
    • GSDCA-WDA- (Ger. Shep. Dog Club of America-Working Dog)
    • West Coast Schutzhund Club
    • Lake Matthews Schutzhund Club
    • South Corona Schutzhund Club (founders)

       

Michele, Diana & Gonzo

Photo by Fred Henstridge Photography