Char Turner, LVT, BS, CSCC
Veterinary TechnicianDogs On The Ball
Interest in Animal Behavior
My focus is on canine emotional and physical well being through all life stages, including dog sports. I provide training for physical conditioning with emotional well being, with priority on positively conditioned emotional response and relationship between dog and handler throughout the process.
Biography
LVT, CSCC, Certified Canine Strength and Conditioning Coach, accredited by NC State U College of Veterinary Medicine. Focusing on canine emotional and physical well being for all lifestyles and stages, including dog sports. Over 25 years training dog sports and 15+ years as training instructor. 15 years as practicing LVT. Owner/operator Dogs On The Ball Training since 2010. Administrator for Dogs On The Ball AKC Fit Dog Club since 2017. AKC Farm Dog Certified judge, AKC Trick Dog Evaluator. Online teaching assistant to Fenzi Dog Sports Academy 2019-2025. Cooperative Care Judge for Fenzi TEAM Cooperative Care Certificate, 2021-2025.
Practice Information
By appt.
Professional Background
Academic Information
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), AAS, BS, CSCC. AAS Animal Husbandry (1974), AAS Veterinary Technology. BS Health Sciences, conc. Animal Health Management (Old Dominion University 2002). Graduate study (6 credits) Animal Health Promotion, Virginia Tech (2003). CSCC, Certified Canine Strength and Conditioning Coach, accredited by NC State University College of Veterinary Medicine, (2023). Continuing education ongoing since 1990 in the fields of canine training, behavior, health and fitness
Professional Associations & Memberships
Professional Member American Society of Veterinary Animal Behavior (AVSAB)