Training

A well mannered dog is always a pleasure! It's always easier to train a dog when they are young and don't have bad manners yet, which is why we like to get pups started as early as 10 weeks old.

If you have an older dog, you can teach an old dog new tricks...it just takes more effort!

Positive reinforcement, reward based training methods are used. Clicker training is a training tool that we use to consistently reinforce great behavior!

We have several flexible options for your training efforts. (Click the headings below for more details)

Group classes
Flexible attendance is the hallmark of our classes. We know that you often can't all the classes in a row...life happens, kids get sick, vacation plans get in the way. We also know that when you miss one class, you're not likely to come back because "you've missed too much." Flexible attendance allows you to attend the classes that are important to you (as often as you like), when you have the time and in any order.

Private Lessons - Coaching
This service is designed for those who want to be an active participant in training their dog but can't attend group classes. The trainer works with you and teaches you how to train your dog. This is great for the entire family and is scheduled at your convenience at your home. Work on all the basic manners, or just the skills that are most important to you! An initial Behavior Consultation is required to that we can discuss your priorities and training goals.

Private Lessons - Day Training
No time to train your dog? Then let us do it for you! The trainer is primarily responsible for training your dog and will come to your home 2 - 3 times per week to work with your dog. Once per week, the trainer will spend one session with you to transfer the skills that your dog has learned so that you know how to do it. This is a good way to jumpstart training, whether its basic manners or behavior issues. An initial Behavior Consultation is required to that we can discuss your priorities and training goals.