Training Programs
A Message from your trainer
I am a dog lover first, and a dog trainer second. I know from first-hand experience the difference dog training makes in the relationship between dog and owner. Without professional training, it can sometimes be a frustrating relationship, but with an investment in good training, a wonderful transformation will occur. I have been working with dogs and their owners for 4-years and there is nothing which satisfies me more than to see a happy dog and a happy owner!
All clients will be provided with a Treatment Plan
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An antecedent is whatever is going on right before a behavior occurs.
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In order to stop a problem behavior, you need to teach an alternative behavior that’s more rewarding.
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Consequences for the Problem Behaviors shows the dog that the behavior he just offered moves him closer or father away from his reward. A proper consequence sufficiently affects a dog so that it will decrease their desire to perform the problem behavior and encourages them to offer the appropriate one.
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All dogs respond to consistency, they’re happy, confident and feel safe in an environment that has clear dependable boundaries.
TRAINING PROGRAMS
Training begins with the LIMA (Least Intrusive Minimally Aversive) approach.
Basic Obedience Training
Beginner Adult & Puppy Classes: Goals to learn
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The first behavior you build might become a strong behavior throughout a dog’s life, so make sure it is something you both like.
For example, having a strong focus cue will allow you to build on any new cue as it keeps a dog’s attention on you.
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By training your dog you’ll create a long-lasting better relationship. Where both you and your dog can enjoy your time together.
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Each 1-hour training session will begin with a ½ hour spent with the dog owner going over what areas of training will need to be addressed. Then a ½ hour spent with the dog and owner training together.
Some adolescent dogs may take longer to train than puppies.
7-Commands Training
Focus, Sit, Stay, Down, Come, Heel, Loose-Leash Walking
The basis for a well-behaved dog.
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Learning the 7 basic commands is beneficial for both the dog and the owner and will create a bond for a positive and enjoyable relationship.
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Acquisition, Fluency, Generalization and Maintenance for each command you’re teaching.
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A training session for each command will be for Each behavior training session should last 1 to 2 minutes maximum; When teaching a new behavior, practice for 1 minute and then end the session. A training lesson is comprised of several training sessions; during a lesson you work on more than one behavior. Training lessons should be between 15 and 20 minutes long.
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Focus: To gain your dogs attention, important step for learning all the other commands.
Sit: Remain in a sitting position until released
Stay: Remain in one place until released
Down: To stay in a laying position until released
Come: To come to you when called
Heel: To walk close behind at your side
Loose Leash Walking: No pulling on the leash gives the chance to sniff and investigate smells during the walk: Demonstrates owners are in control of their dog. A dog may be on either side of the owner. The dog’s position should leave no doubt that he is attentive to the owner and is responding to the owner’s movements and changes of direction. The dog need not be perfectly aligned with the owner and need not sit when the owner stops.
Additional Commands
Increases learning and obedience for problem behaviors
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Each behavior training session should last 1 to 2 minutes maximum; When teaching a new behavior, practice for 1 minute and then end the session.
A training lesson is comprised of several training sessions; during a lesson you work on more than one behavior. Training lessons should be between 15 and 20 minutes long.
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Dropped something? Have items lying around that you want untouched? Teach your dog to leave things be with the “leave it” command.
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First to perform a sit and then to remain in sitting position until released
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First to lay down and then to remain in the down position until released
Advanced Training
To continue the good behavior learning process
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Each behavior training session should last 1 to 2 minutes maximum; When teaching a new behavior, practice for 1 minute and then end the session.
A training lesson is comprised of several training sessions; during a lesson you work on more than one behavior. Training lessons should be between 15 and 20 minutes long.
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Learning where it’s acceptable to go.
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Learning when and if it’s acceptable to jump up on someone.
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Learning note to chew on furniture, shoes, and other house hold items: Learning it’s acceptable to chew on play toys, dog bones, etc.
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Learning solutions to curb excessive barking at (door bells, people walking by windows) Learning the different types of barking dogs will do and why they do it.
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Leash Pulling: Learning how to correct leash pulling.
Bolting: Learning how to prevent a dog from bolting out of an open doorway.
Excessive Digging: Learning where an appropriate place is to dig.
Most dog owners want a combination of obedience and problem-solving training.
They would like their dog to be polite, housetrained and non-destructive. A dog who does not pull on the leash and comes when called will likely stay with one loving family for his entire life.
In an obedience class, the goal is to have clients successfully learn how to train their dogs. Obedience training teaches a dog to perform specific behaviors.
In dog training, problem-solving is the elimination, management, or prevention of common behaviors that owners find undesirable; these are frequently called “nuisance” or “problem” behaviors.
How to Get Started
Contact Us
Submit a contact form and we will reach out to you to schedule a consult!
Training Plan
We will present you with a custom training plan based on you and your dog’s needs and goals.
Commit
Book your training dates for you and your dog!
FAQs
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Dog Leash and collar, treat pouch for rewarding.
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Training will take place at your home or in certain situations at my home.
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Each dog will require its own training program to achieve the correct results.
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In general, puppies can start socialization classes as early as 7 to 8 weeks of age. They should receive a minimum of one set of vaccines at least seven days prior to the first class and a first deworming. They should be kept up-to-date on vaccines throughout the class.
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No, all dogs are different. Some will require a specialized trainer that’s more advanced in dog obedience training to achieve the desired results. Ultimately it will be up to you the dog owner to train your dog effectively. The consistency and time you put into following a Treatment Plan will lead to your dog’s success.
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Yes!
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It depends on your dog and what the underlying issues are. Typically, 6 to 8 weeks for most basic training.
My training philosophy is based on the 4 P’s
The four P’s are essential in training basic K-9 obedience.
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Needs to be consistent and frequent for success.
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Some commands will take longer to learn than others.
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Keep up with practice routines to ensure success.
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Always praise, be positive no matter what the outcome is.