Services
Ready to make a difference in your dog?
I offer training packages to fit your needs and goals. Whether you have a puppy, a new rescue or adult dog, I can structure a program for you.
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Evaluation
An evaluation includes an initial questionnaire followed by a conversation with you in your home or virtually. I will observe your dog, alone and working with you. I may work with the dog myself to see how they respond. Seeing the dog’s environment allows me to make relevant management suggestions. We also spend time just discussing positive reinforcement and how it works, so that you can ask any questions you might have. Most clients then continue on with a training package.
note- young puppies under 12 weeks can usually skip the evaluation and begin with training unless you would like an evaluation in order to meet me first.
note- young puppies under 12 weeks can usually skip the evaluation and begin with training unless you would like an evaluation in order to meet me first.
Foundations Package
My Most Popular Package!
A six week package of lessons which includes foundational behaviors for basic manners. Because this is private training, we can customize it for your life with your dog.
Training sessions are currently 30 minutes long and take place twice a week, with one live coaching session and one video review session. In the first, I will present a lesson for you to work on for the upcoming week with explanation and demonstration and written handout for you to refer back to. You will have the option of having the session recorded.
Fees are on Pricing page.
Training sessions are currently 30 minutes long and take place twice a week, with one live coaching session and one video review session. In the first, I will present a lesson for you to work on for the upcoming week with explanation and demonstration and written handout for you to refer back to. You will have the option of having the session recorded.
Fees are on Pricing page.
Here are some of the other topics we can cover in customized training
Real Life Skills
Sometimes people want additional help transitioning the foundations into everyday life. Learning to walk on leash in the home is very different from walking politely on leash around around town or on hiking trails. Sitting for a treat in the kitchen is different from learning to settle quietly in the vet’s office. The Foundations package is a pre-requisite unless you already have a skill level with positive reinforcement training.
Behavior Modification
Fearful, reactive, shy, stubborn? These are all labels but they don’t help us help our dogs. Modifying behavior requires an understanding of learning theory which most dog people don’t have. I can teach you the skills to help your dog. I will share as much or as little of the science of behavior as you like. I attend animal behavior workshops and seminars on a regular basis so that you will get the most current and scientifically sound coaching.
Multi Dog Household?
If you have more than one dog in your family, you may have unique challenges. These can include helping them get along with each other, managing different personalities or just daily life with more than one dog. The same foundational skills apply, and I can help you figure out what to do when to keep everyone safe and happy.
Specialty Training
Service dogs, emotional support animals, and therapy dogs all require specialized training which I have experience with. Please contact me for more information.
we sure got a great deal out of our time with you! After you left, Jim said to me that he felt we were finally on the right track with our two pups! Yes, please book us!
I really appreciate your skills and the manner in which you present the training materials. I will miss seeing you when we finish up Maggie’s training.
"Both of us were remarking on how focused you are, and how you model an intense training program, with the trainees being the two of us and the dogs. We really appreciate, not just how remarkably competent you are, but all the extra time spent with us...
We very much appreciate the entire 'customized' extensive training program you deliver. And, of course, you are making it all but impossible to refrain from at least partially duplicating your dedication to the process."