Book a behavior evaluation with Helena's only Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC). Our behavior consultant is able to more deeply analyze why behaviors occur, work closely alongside veterinarians, and address complex behaviors such as anxiety, reactivity, and aggression. This evaluation will be 45-60 minutes and allows us to discuss a dog's history, behavior concerns, triggers, and daily routine. The behavior consultant will help you better understand why behaviors are occurring and prepare a training plan for you. Please note, this is not a comprehensive training plan, and it should not replace working with a behavior consultant or trainer, especially for more severe behaviors.
Dogs are not always great at recognizing where their body is, which sometimes can result in chaos! This class will help your dog learn to recognize where their paws and butt are as well as build great proprioception and confidence. Through the use of different surfaces and tools, your dog will be prepared to navigate small areas, orient with your body, or even start agility. $40/dog. Location will be announced prior to the start of the class.
Perfect for all ages, this class will walk you through cooperative care techniques. Beneficial for brushing, teeth brushing, nail trimming, vet visits, and grooming visits, the information in this class will provide your dog with a sense of agency. Classes are 60 minutes in East Helena, and the class is $300. This class will be capped at 5 dogs. The cost of the class provides materials and equipment that are yours to keep after the class ends.
Normally $75/kid, now REDUCED to $50/kiddo. This 2 hour class is excellent for kids ages 8-18 looking to build skills with dogs. Through strategic teaching and handling exercises, kids will learn proper leash handling, dog greetings, dog body language, and safety. At the end, kids will receive a certificate, an excellent example of their dedication to learning and improving their skills.
Senior dogs (ages 8+) are at risk of experiencing Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome, gradual and degenerative changes in the brain which can cause disorientation, changes in interaction, sleeping, and activity, as well as house soiling or an increase in anxiety. Studies show that dogs who participated in a 4 week group class had no significant increase in CDS symptoms up to a year following the class! Join us for a fun-filled course to teach your dog new tricks and learn more about this syndrome.
PORTL, or Portable Operant Research & Teaching Lab, is a tabletop game that provides an interactive environment for learning. It's a fun game that can be played over and over, but we figured that a brewery setting would provide an even more entertaining environment.
This class is perfect for dog trainers, teachers, psychology nerds, enrichment-focused owners, behavior enthusiasts, horse people, healthcare workers, parents, and educators.
Come work through different sections of socialization to create a well-rounded puppy. This workshop will introduce your dog to a variety of stimuli and teach handlers how to appropriately introduce new things.
This 30 minute mock exam will help your dog feel more comfortable in the veterinary setting. Following some practice at the beginning of the visit, a vet or vet tech will then join us for the session. This will last 30 minutes and costs $50.
Victory Visits have anecdotally shown to help reduce stress in dogs over time. We are offering 20 minute slots for you and your dog to come into the vet clinic and have a positive experience where no medical care occurs. $20.
**We are currently accepting new clients, though our schedule will be more limited beginning in September due to maternity leave. If you're interested in working together, I recommend reaching out early to discuss availability.**
15 minute phone call to briefly discuss any training goals you have for you and your pup. We will chat about our training programs and what we can do to help you, your family, and your dog(s) live a more successful and less stressful life.
If you're struggling to determine what dog is right for your lifestyle, this short program will allow you to choose the correct dog and find where to get your dog. This is typically a phone or zoom call.
