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Puppy Kindergarten is for fully vaccinated puppies 20 weeks - 7 months old. This class includes in-person classroom instruction with your certified trainer, tutorial videos to use at home, and step-by-step written instructions. The Puppy Start Right program is excellent for building communication with your puppy, raising a confident and resilient puppy, and teaching life skills.
Puppy Start Right Preschool Open Enrollment $200.00
Puppy Preschool is for under-vaccinated puppies up to 20 weeks of age. This class includes in-person classroom instruction with your certified trainer, tutorial videos to use at home, and step-by-step written instructions. The Puppy Start Right program is excellent for building communication with your puppy, raising a confident and resilient puppy, and teaching life skills.
Fun Scent Games are a way to exercise your dog mentally and to work their nose. Teaching your dog to search with their nose is a blast and therapeutic for all dogs. Why teach scent games? -Easy & fun for dogs of any age -No need for specialized equipment or prior learning -Builds confidence -Excellent for older dogs or those with physical limitations -Great way to provide a mental workout that is suitable even for puppies
Education on the needs of adolescent dogs with a focus on leash skills, human greetings, dog greetings, leave it, go to place, wait at entrances, and come when called. Includes an enrichment and field trip recommendation each week.
Online Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT) Deep Dive $199.00
Learn about what BAT is, how to use BAT for building confidence, working through fear, leash reactivity and aggression, learn BAT leash skills, reading dog body language, prompts to influence your dog, when to make decisions for your dog, and when to let the dog make decisions, how to do BAT setups, Ninja BAT, and Double Dog BAT, when to work with a Certified Behavior Adjustment Instructor, and when it's safe to go it on your own. This class is suitable for pet parents, shelter staff and volunteers, and trainers. Share up to three 3 videos of your training and questions about those videos throughout the course for feedback from your Certified Behavior Adjustment Training Instructor. A back clip harness and 15ft leash are required for BAT. Additional Purchase Options: 15ft leash at a discounted rate of $20 for a 3/8 and $25 for 1/2 x 15. Also available for purchase is our recommended harness the Balance Harness for $40. Pick-up by arrangement or delivery is available for an extra shipping fee.
Embark on an adventure with our Skill-Building Games for Dogs! Step away from the conventional obedience training and dive into a world of games designed to boost your dog’s cognitive and physical prowess while simplifying training methods for you. Under the guidance of our seasoned instructors, you will tap into your dog’s natural instincts and intellect with a variety of stimulating exercises. Experience a range of dynamic games, from creative problem-solving exercises to enjoyable challenges, each crafted to foster learning, enhance focus, and reinforce the special connection between you and your pet. Our classes are open to canine companions of every age and ability, creating an encouraging atmosphere for development and enrichment for both you and your dog. As the course concludes, you will be equipped with an array of easy games and a richer insight into efficient training strategies. Unlock your dog’s true capabilities in our Introduction to Skill Building Games course!
Bold and Brave: Confidence Building for Dogs $160.00
Join us for "Bold and Brave" and watch your dog transform into a more confident and courageous companion! "Bold and Brave," is an engaging group training class designed to help your dog build confidence through a variety of fun and effective activities. This course focuses on enhancing your dog's sense of security and self-assurance, fostering a positive and trusting relationship with you as their handler.
Playful Partners - Games for a Happier Home $160.00
Do you want to enhance your dog’s calmness, focus, self-control, and flexibility? Do you want to bring harmony and a peaceful tone to home life with humans and while left alone? This four week class teaches you and your dog games to supercharge your relationship by getting your dog thinking and making better decisions!
Understanding the Differences: Fear, Anxiety, Reactivity, and Aggression $40.00
"Understanding the Differences: Fear, Anxiety, Reactivity, and Aggression" is a comprehensive one-hour presentation that aims to clarify and distinguish between common behavioral challenges faced by dogs: fear, anxiety, reactivity, and aggression.
This presentation provides attendees with a deeper understanding of the underlying causes, manifestations, and implications of each behavior. By dissecting these concepts, participants will learn to identify nuanced differences and recognize subtle cues exhibited by dogs experiencing fear, anxiety, reactivity, or aggression.
Key topics covered include the psychological and physiological mechanisms behind fear and anxiety, triggers and escalation factors for reactive behavior, and the various forms and motivations of aggression in dogs. Through case studies and practical examples, attendees will gain valuable insights into how these behaviors manifest in real-life scenarios and how to respond effectively.
By fostering a clearer understanding of these behavioral nuances, this presentation empowers attendees to tailor their approaches and interventions to address the specific needs of dogs exhibiting fear, anxiety, reactivity, or aggression. Ultimately, by promoting empathy, patience, and informed decision-making, this presentation aims to enhance the well-being and quality of life for both dogs and their human companions.
