The Right Steps Backgrounder
“Save a Pet, Train a Rescue.”
Every year thousands of pets are abandoned and placed in shelters. These dogs need to be
trained and placed in loving homes
Pet Statistics
In the U.S Approximately 7.6 million pets enter animal shelters nationwide every year. Of those,
approximately 3.9 million are dogs and 3.4 million are cats . Each year, approximately 2.7
million animals are euthanized . Approximately 2.7 million shelter animals are adopted each
year (1.4 million dogs and 1.3 million cats. Of the dogs entering shelters, approximately 35%
are adopted, 31% are euthanized and 26% of dogs who came in as strays are returned to their
owner.
(Adapted from ASPCA website)
Our Mission
The right steps is a private organization training rescue and shelter dogs. We are dedicated
animal lovers and we offer basic obedience for puppy through intermediate and advanced
using non force, humane solutions for pets and their owners.
Our Techniques
The Right Steps teaches basic obedience for puppy through intermediate and advanced
using non force, humane solutions. The Right Steps specializes in training rescue and shelter
dogs using modifying on leash reactive behavior. We cover normal all normal and to be
expected puppy behavior problems like jumping and chewing. We also focus on basic skills in
the general public and train the dog to listen and work despite the distractions. We want to
train well behaved puppies for their owners.
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Our Business
Owner Carol WIllinghausen is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and graduate of the
Animal Behavior College. The Right Steps Dog Training provides dog training through services in
eastern Pennsylvania through our partnership with Hamilton Animal hospital as well as in home
training for those who prefer the convenience of having a trainer come to you.
Our Social Responsibility
The company recognizes the critical need for sheltered animals to be adopted and trained. Our
commitment to placing will trained animals in our communities is our top priority. With the
partnerships with the shelters throughout Philadelphia and South Jersey we can help rescue
and train thousands of furry friends and find them loving homes.
For further information about The Right Steps visit, www.therightsteps.squarespace.com
Media note:
The Right Steps Dog Training contact
Abington PA 19001
Or call 215 429-9971
Background Resources
ASPCA American Society of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
https://www.aspca.org/about-us/faq/pet-statistics