customized private lessons

What follows are some basic packages, but variations are always available.

Consider these guidelines for private lessons, but not strict packages. The Pay-As-You-Go system allows dog owners (you) and trainer to closely monitor progress. Often times fewer lessons than those listed are necessary.

And remember... no problem is too small.

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Puppy Program

For under 1 year olds who have never had basic obedience training. 8 lessons introduce proper ranking (the one with the thumbs is the leader!)

Behaviors addressed: Chewing, Nipping, Jumping, Housetraining, Sit, Down, Stay, Loose Leash Walking, Heel, House Manners (Wait, Off, Go lay down).

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Manners Program

For adult dogs who have never had basic obedience training or for those looking for a refresher. 4 lessons implement proper leadership by re-ranking (who's got the thumbs?)

Behaviors addressed: Chewing, Jumping, Door or Fence Bolting, Pulling, Sit-stay, Down-stay, Loose leash walking, Heel, House Manners (Wait, Off, Go lay down).

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Behavior Modification

Number of lessons varies depending on the degree of problem to be determined at initial evaluation. Not to exceed 6 lessons. Behaviors addressed:

Separation Anxiety -- If your dog is destructive, self-mutilates, or whines and barks, he/she needs to learn it's okay to be alone.

Aggression -- If your dog barks, snarls, growls, snaps or becomes aggressive at 1) the sight of other dogs or people 2) at a person (the owner) or another dog when trying to take something from the dog (food bowl, chew toy, etc.)

Sibling Rivalry -- In a multiple dog home (2 dogs or more) sometimes the dogs bicker and pick on one another. With proper pack ranking and a couple of lessons I can help your curb their disputes.

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24 hour notice is requested to change a lesson.