Snowcrest Kennels

World Class German Shepherds and Training

Robert Forto, PhD

Companion Animal Behaviorist Specializing in Canine Aggression

APDT Member # 70916

Dr. Robert Forto brings his life-long passion for dogs together with proven training techniques that both you and your dog will enjoy. He is a graduate of Canine Communication Studies, where he completed a two-year course in canine training and behavior therapy under one of the world’s foremost authorities on positive reinforcement canine training and behavior.

His vast experience in dog training includes: sled dog training as a professional musher and Siberian Husky kennel owner, puppy and obedience training, behavior modification, service dog training and placement, personal protection training, AKC obedience, conformation and good citizen testing, temperament testing, canine athletics and more. He is the author and instructor of a course for canine trainers and teaches people how to get into the dog training field. He has written numerous articles for several publications and wrote is doctorate dissertation on Human-Canine Communication.

Dr. Forto’s sensitivity to your dog’s personality and temperament, coupled with effective training tools, will help you and your dog live happily and obediently together!

Dr. Forto is also available for as an expert witness in a a variety of dog cases including: aggression, violent dogs, dog bites, breed bans and more.

Education

Madison University Doctorate of Philosophy in Communication. Dr. Forto wrote and defended his doctorate dissertation: Chasing the Dream: The History of Human-Canine Communication in the Sport of Dog Sledding. He graduated with honors.

Canine Communication Studies Completed a two-year course in canine obedience training and behavior therapy with honors. Program highlights: Puppy, Basic and Advanced Obedience; AKC/CKC Conformation and Obedience; Kennel Management; Breeding; Canine First Aid and CPR; Temperament Testing; Conducting Classes, Learning Theory; Curriculum Design and much more. Overview: studied theory and training techniques in all of the areas listed above;  taught private and group obedience classes; trained in-kennel dogs; cared for dogs in kennel; whelped and cared for puppies; administered vaccines.

Completed a 900-hour course on canine obedience training and became certified as a canine obedience trainer/instructor.

Other Experience

Owner/Operator of a Siberian Husky sled dog racing kennel for 13 years. Professional musher and raced in races all over North America.

 Certified Service Dog Trainer. Trained and cared for twenty service dogs in a service dog training program. Acted as lead-trainer/instructor for the program.

Competed in AKC Conformation and Obedience trials with my Siberians. I have titled several dogs.

Working with several German Shepherd Dogs in training and plan to compete in the National Specialty in Texas in November.

Siberian Husky breeder. I responsibly placed several litters of puppies offering a lifetime placement guarantee.

Dr. Robert Forto - Dog Bite Expert, Dog Behavior and other Pet Related Bites, Injuries & Attacks

Dr. Robert Forto, PhD, is one of the most knowledgeable and experienced experts in the evaluation, investigation and litigation of cases due to canine aggression and pet related injuries in the State of Colorado. He is also a specialist in third party landlord/tenant disputes. Although an expert in evaluating dogs of all breeds, Dr. Forto has a special interest in cases involving Rottweilers and "Pit Bulls". He has spoke to City Governments on banned breed legislation and violent dogs.

Dr. Forto is a Certified Animal Evaluator with nearly 18 years experience as a canine behavior consultant. He has given testimony in deposition many times and has been qualified as an expert in dog aggression, dog training, dog behavior, wound evaluation, human/canine interaction, proper handling of dogs by owners and animal care agencies and animal abuse as well as attack dynamics... including whether or not provocation was involved.

Dr. Robert Forto is the Director of Denver Dog Works. He sees clients by appointment only. He can be reached by email at rforto@denverdogworks.com or by phone at 303-522-1727.