Michael Rueb has been the Manager of Behavior and Training at Bideawee since 2002.
After graduating from SUNY Albany with a BS degree in Biology, he worked as an adoption center associate at Bideawee’s Westhampton location to gain experience in basic handling and care of dogs and cats. With a goal of getting hands on experience to aid him in his pursuit of becoming a veterinarian, he began working with the animals in a behavior capacity, and thus, altered his career path. He joined the Bideawee behavior department as a coordinator in Westhampton in 2003 and soon became the manager of behavior and training, overseeing all three sites (NYC, Wantagh and Westhampton) for the last 8 years.
When he is not taking care of his animals, he enjoys sports and music.
One question is chosen each month to be answered for this column. As always, there are limits to the amount and depth of advice provided in a column. Bideawee provides general answers to pet lover's questions on their pets behavior based on the information provided in the questions. Bideawee recommends calling the training staff at 866-262-8133 and setting up an appointment for you and your pet so the experts at Bideawee can provide you with a perspective based on real time observation of your pet's behavior.
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Puppy Kindergarten (Dogs under 6 months)
This series of introductory classes, for puppies up to six month of age, teaches basic behavior training and provides an opportunity for puppies to socialize with other puppies. Bideawee staff behaviorists and trainers also set aside time each class to answer your specific questions. Puppies will attend all Puppy Kindergarten classes.
Location:
Bideawee Westhampton Campus
118 Old Country Road
Westhampton, NY
Class Schedule:
Every Sunday
Time:
11:30am - 12:30pm
Cost
$30.00
Bideawee adopters get 20% discounted rate
For more information:
Call Mike Rueb at 866.262.8133 ext.7151
Group Dog Obedience Classes For Dogs 6 months and Older
This class led by Bideawee's head trainer will focus on basic, useful obedience skills such as sit, down, stay, stand, leave it, come, walking well on and off lead are available on weekends.
Location:
Bideawee Westhampton Campus
118 Old Country Road
Westhampton, NY
Class Schedule
6 consecutive Sunday classes
Time:
10am - 11am
Cost:
$200.00 - Bideawee adopters are eligible for a 20% discounted.
Please attend the first class without your dog. This class is for dogs 6 older.
*Classes may be added if necessary at $35 per class
For more information about the classes or to register please contact Mike Rueb at 866.262.8133 x7151.
One-On-One Training
Treat yourself and your pet to the ultimate educational experience: private classes with Bideawee's expert trainers. Private training sessions are approximately an hour each. These personalized sessions will give pet lovers knowledge and tips specifically tailored for you and your pet. We make these sessions family-oriented whenever possible so that everyone in the household can help to reinforce good behavior.
These sessions can focus on learning basic or advanced obedience skills, as well as extreme behavior, such as aggression. All of Bideawee's personalized training programs will include games that are fun for you and your pet. These games also serve an important behavior function. They will allow your pet to use their skills in a fun way - to give them a job. Bideawee has outdoor space available for sessions in Westhampton.
Private sessions can be arranged by appointment only. Scheduling is flexible and will be arranged through the trainer by calling 866-262-8133.
