Private In-Home Dog Training

Proven, personalized training to create positive experiences & bonding that last a lifetime.

Private training is beneficial for addressing specific behaviors and tailoring the training program to the individual needs of you and your dog.

Benefits of private training:

• Individual Attention: Private training allows for undivided attention on the specific needs and behaviors of your dog. This personalized approach can be more effective in addressing unique challenges or concerns.

• Home Environment: Conducting training sessions in the home environment can be advantageous because it directly addresses behaviors that may be specific to that setting. It also allows the trainer to observe and understand the dog's typical behavior at home.

• Behavior Refinement & Problem Solving: Private training is well-suited for refining behaviors, whether it's basic obedience commands or addressing specific issues like jumping, barking, or leash pulling. They are also ideal for troubleshooting and problem-solving. The trainer can identify the root causes of unwanted behaviors and work with the owner to develop effective solutions.

• Tailored Training Program: The training program can be customized to meet the goals and challenges of both the dog and the owner. This flexibility ensures that the training is relevant and applicable to real-life situations and nurtures the unique bond between you & your dog.

• Incorporating Different Environments: If training goals involve specific environments outside the home, such as walks, vet visits, or pet stores, incorporating these locations into the training program is valuable. This helps the dog generalize the learned behaviors to various contexts.

• Convenience: Private training sessions can offer greater scheduling flexibility, allowing for sessions at times that are convenient for the owner. This can be particularly beneficial for individuals with busy schedules.

• Remember, successful dog training requires consistency, positive reinforcement, and patience. Whether in a private setting or group classes, the key is to create a positive and rewarding learning experience for the dog while building a strong bond with the owner.

Puppy Training 

Focusing on imprinting good behaviors during the crucial developmental stages of a puppy's life is necessary for building a strong foundation for their future behavior. Puppy training consists of:

• Imprinting Good Behaviors

• Relationship Building

• House Training

• Impulse Control

• Basic Skills

• Bite Inhibition

• Preventing Problem Behaviors

• Customization for Unwanted Behaviors

• Time-Sensitive Elements

• Handling/Husbandry Behaviors

• Early Intervention

Overall, our puppy training program offers a holistic approach to behavioral development, encompassing not only basic obedience but also crucial aspects of puppyhood such as socialization, habit formation, and preventing common behavior problems. It provides a strong foundation for a positive and enduring relationship between the puppy and its owner.

Adolescent & Adult Dog Training

Training & Preparing Your Pet For a New Baby

We provide a thoughtful and proactive approach to prepare your pets for the changes that come with the arrival and growth of a new baby.

Individualized Evaluation: Recognizing that each animal is unique, this service involves an evaluation to determine what specific stimuli or changes your particular pet might be most sensitive to. This allows for a tailored training plan that addresses the specific needs of the pet and the best approach to condition them to baby-related stimuli.

Doggy Door Greetings: Establishing or refining good doggy door greetings for visitors is a practical consideration, especially given the increased number of visitors that often accompany the arrival of a new baby.

Focus on Baby's Development: Acknowledging that a baby's development can affect a pet's behavior, this service includes a focus on understanding how the baby's growth and mobility may impact the pet. This proactive approach is valuable in preventing potential issues and ensuring a smooth transition.

The ideal timing for starting this training is by the 20th to 24th week of pregnancy. Starting early allows for gradual adjustments and helps the pet adapt to changes over time.

Preparing your pet BEFORE the baby comes is crucial to help them adjust to the most difficult time of adjustment. The period between 8 months and 2 years of the child's age can be particularly stressful for pets, our training is geared towards preparing the pet for this specific time frame when the child becomes more mobile. Let us help you and your pet with a comprehensive and considerate approach to ensuring a harmonious transition for this most wonderful time for your family.

Choosing Your Next Best Friend

This comprehensive service, covers everything from choosing the right source for acquiring a pet to assessing and integrating the pet into the home as well as integrating pets that are not having a successful transition into the home.

Consultations and Assessments: This service provides guidance and support to individuals or families at various stages, from the initial decision to add a pet to the ongoing process of integrating the pet into the home.

• Navigating Pet Sources: Whether you are trying to navigate the animal welfare world or choosing a breeder, our service helps individuals navigate through these options. There are so many sources for pets that it can be confusing. We provide guidance on what questions to ask and how to determine whether a breeder or rescue is reputable. Our goal is to match you with a pet that will best fit into your particular household.

• Assessment of Potential Pets: While no one has a crystal ball, our years of experience with shelter/rescue dogs have provided us with the necessary skills that are involved in evaluating a pet's temperament, behavior, and compatibility with the family's expectations and capabilities. This helps prevent potential issues and sets the stage for a successful integration.

• Knowledge and Information: A potential pet's current environment or history can influence their behavior. Pets that have had multiple environmental changes can come with significant baggage. Our knowledge and experience aims to help you choose wisely so you are not faced with more serious behavior issues like separation anxiety or biting, which may arise due to a lack of understanding about the pet's background.

We have over the years seen heartbreaking situations that pet owners have faced when they unknowingly adopted a pet with a serious behavior issue. We recognize the emotional impact of such challenges. Our service aims to minimize these situations through education and informed decision-making.