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TRAINING DIRECTOR - ANDREW D. LUPER
Andy Luper has devoted himself to the study of animal behaviorism and dog psychology since
1970. A psychology major in college, and a dog lover since childhood, he is also a devoted
dog owner with breeder and exhibitor experience. This helped form his philosophy in
approaching training in a unique, humane, psychological and enjoyable manner for both the
dog and the owner. It is this approach which made Mr. Luper the subject of numerous
articles in publications throughout the State of Arizona and a guest on various local
radio and TV shows.
The academy and all of its' students benefit from Mr. Luper's experience which also
includes:
 | Certification as a Master Trainer and
former Regional Director of the United States Professional Dog Trainer's Association, Inc. |
 | State Representative for the North
American Working Dog Association, Inc. |
 | Recommended by dozens of veterinarians
and pet professionals throughout the State. |
 | Sponsor of the Arizona Humane Society's
"Pets on Parade" TV show. |
 | Member of the Arizona Animal Welfare
League. |
 | Trainer of dogs for motion pictures and
video productions. |
 | Author, Lecturer, and Nationally
recognized as a leading authority in the professional dog training industry. |
 | Member of the Association of Pet Dog
Trainers |
Some of my satisfied clientele include
the following:
| Stevie
Nicks - Fleetwood Mac Garth
Jax - Arizona Cardinal
Todd Pete - Arizona Cardinal
Garrison Hearst - Arizona
Cardinal
Willie Williams - Arizona
Cardinal
Richard Dumas - Phoenix Sun
Kurt Rambis - Phoenix Sun
Jerod Mustaff - Phoenix Sun
Walter Davis - Boston Celtic,
former Phoenix Sun
Oliver Miller - Phoenix Sun
Bill Haywood - KFYI, AM Radio
Fred Burns - KOOL, FM Radio
Latty Coor - Former President,
ASU
Dr. Art Mollen - Author,
Columnist
Mr. Theison, Sr. & Mr.
Thieson, Jr. - Former owners of Phoenix Motor Co.
Jerry Reinsdorf - Owner, Chicago
Bulls & White Sox
Michael Lacey - Editor, New
Times
Linda Brock - Linda Brock BMW
Robert Gosnell - Pointe Resorts
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TV
15 - "What's Up" Show Mr. Hormel - CEO, Hormel Meats
"Sunstroke" USA
Network - Jane Seymour
"Lethal Invasion" -
NBC TV mini-series
"Fixing the Shadow" -
Charlie Sheen
"Telling Secrets" -
ABC TV - Cybill Shepherd/Michael Olin
John McCain - U.S. Senator
Toughboy Productions -
"Trouble Bound"
Tapestry Films - "Kid"
Katy Productions - "Rescue
911"
Big House Productions -
Nickelodeon
North Star Productions -
"Desert Snow"
Farnum Pet Products - Product
Label
Jamir Miller - Arizona Cardinal
IAMS Dog Food - Convention
Television Appearances:
News on Channels 3, 5, 10, 12,
& 15
"Channel 3's "Pets on
Parade" 3X
Cable TV, PBS, & more |
Radio
Station Interviews: Sun Sounds
KFYI, KOOL, KNIX, KTAR, KFNN
Print Interviews:
Arizona Republic
Scottsdale Progress
Tempe Daily News
Mesa Tribune
Valley Lifestyle Magazine
AZ Veterinary
Elite
Commercials:
Hush Puppies
Taco Bell
Wrigley's Gum
20/20 Eye Care
Bridgestone Tires
Diesel Jeans
Continental Homes
TV 12 Promo
SRP (2 times) & dozens of
others!! |
Click
on pics to enlarge:
RealPlayer
Video Clips
The following are clips from various
television appearances of Andy and his clients. You will need
RealPlayer G2 to view these files.
 | Garth Jax, former
middle linebacker for the Arizona Cardinals, and his dog, Renegade. (69K) 17 seconds. |
 | Interview with Andy
on Channel 3 concerning training. (663K) 2 minutes 35 seconds. |
 | Andy, on guard dog
training, on Channel 5. (386K) 1 minute 29 seconds. |
 | Andy, on dog
aggression, on Channel 3. (420K) 1 minute 38 seconds. |
 | Interview with Andy on Love Your Pet ,
concerning behavioral problems. (591K) 2 minutes 17
seconds. |
 | Interview with Andy on "Now and Then" with Ron Bellus, about dog training. (1130K)
4 minutes 22 seconds.
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QUOTES:
Arizona Republic----"An
alternative to the traditional obedience class, he and his staff make house calls---they
pioneered the concept."
Scottsdale Progress----"Andy Luper
effectively demonstrates his abilities..."
Phoenix Gazette----"More than a
trainer Mr. Luper is a canine behaviorist."
Tempe Daily
News----"Unfortunately, Mr. Luper doesn't foresee going into child training yet, but
with the number of favorable letters he has received from past clients praising his
success in dog training, maybe he ought to consider such an endeavor..."
A
Bark Above the Best
Andy
Luper and the Greater Phoenix Dog Training Academy Solve Even the Worst Pet Nightmares!
Since 1976 Andy Luper and The Greater Phoenix Dog Training Academy have been THE local and
regional experts in canine behavior modification. "Andy The Dog Man", as he is
sometimes known, pioneered the unique in-home training in Arizona during the bicentennial
year while he was serving as Regional Director of the U.S. Professional Dog Trainers
Association. Luper has also served as Arizona's state representative to the North American
Working Dog Association, is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, and has been
nominated to the prestigious list of the International Who's Who of Professionals. With an
impressive client list that includes the names of many sports figures, musicians, actors,
politicians and big name executives, who would think that this incredibly talented
individual would find time to train dogs for Hollywood. Not only does he accomplish this
challenging feat, but boasts a resume including dozens of credits for motion pictures,
television shows, and commercials.
With close to 25 years worth of satisfied clients, and a history of more than 12,000 well
behaved dogs, Luper recently announced that he is "ready to focus on his favorite
five F's: Family, Fun, Friends, Film, and Flint River Ranch super premium health food for
dogs and cats." He will place his legacy in the hands of a new owner, and director.
"I am certain that the academy will continue to grow and thrive in the hands of Nancy
Herbert and Robert Neal," states Luper Herbert has been operations manager at the
Academy for numerous years, and has also functioned as Luper's personal assistant, Neal
has a history with the academy and Luper as well. Luper continues, " The team at the
Academy has already planned an expansion of services that will include agility training
and group classes". Of course the Academy's offerings will continue to include the
unique humane psychological in-home dog training of dog and owner that Luper made famous
using positive reinforcement. The Academy has been located in the same spot just off I-10
for over 17 years, and recently underwent a face- lift.
Luper, Jenna (Luper's daughter) and family dog Trixie recently did a photo shoot with Major League Baseball
legend Mark McGwire at Bank One Ball Park. In addition to enjoying more time traveling,
Luper will concentrate on actively pursuing more opportunities to train canines that wind
up performing in front of the television and movie camera. He will also focus his efforts
on creating a book from his popular training manual entitled "Never, Never Hit Your
Dog". And if all of this isn't enough, Luper will try to take some well deserved time
off.
Another example of Luper's success in the pet industry has been his distribution of flint
river Ranch dog and cat food products. The fresh baked, all-natural pet foods are top
quality products with human grade quality ingredients. The factory ships the products
directly to the consumer, providing pet owners with the freshest food available on the
market today. According to Luper, "When put to the test, I have never seen a dog
prefer any other dog food over the Flint river Ranch products." The line has a 100%
money-back guarantee and is competitively priced. The convenience, quality, freshness, and
palatability is second to none. Consumers can request free samples on the company's web
site, or via a toll free number. The Academy and it's staff of over a dozen trainers, as
well veterinarians across the country, also distribute the products on behalf of Flint
River Ranch. With Luper's shift in focus, he will become more active in promoting the
line., and will be available for communication through his cyberdog website, or toll free number.
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