Dog Services and Training

One Step at a Time through Calmness, Confidence, Consistency

  • Training sessions are held in your home or in a neutral area. Your dog is most comfortable in the simplest environment to learn new commands.

    I follow the principles of positive reinforcement with a balanced approach(corrections) in order to train and shape behavior. Dogs need structure. Within this structure, clear, consise, consistent communication is the key. Teach your dog what you want it to do, not what not to do.

    Every dog, owner, and environment are different; so we tailor training sessions accordingly. The commands we introduce, the pace at which we go, and the topics discussed are driven by you and your dog. Training your dog is an investment into a long and rewarding relationship. It is a win, win for you, your dog, and your family.

  • 1. Puppy training

    You brought your new adorable puppy home so what’s next? Steps to consider: house and crate training, establishing a routine, leash training, sit and come commands, and much more. Begin to build the foundation by providing leadership, structure, and fun for your dog.

  • 2. Basic Obedience

    Learn how to teach your dog to sit, stay, come, place, walk on a leash all while developing a positive and productive relationship. It all begins here.

  • 3. Behavioral Problems. While It is easier to train a behavior you want, vice fix an unintentional one, common problems arise. Most common are jumping, barking, leash pulling, rushing incoming guest, resource guarding, reactivity to dogs and people.

Long line training with Ursus. Patience required with this breed, Akita.

Ursus(Akita) resting after our training session. Exercise is key to your success.

Scout and Emma always ready for more! Both are German Short Hair Pointers. This breed needs 45 minutes of exercise per day! Emma has her GPS collar on.

Long lines, leashes, biking harness, treat bags, jackets!

Emma and I are ready to go biking! She requires a lot of intense exercise that matches my lifestyle.

Photo by Maddie Van Photography

 

Monitoring Ursus, 6 month old Akita, I am training playing with Emma, my GSP,for 1st time with. Play styles can be different among breeds, dogs, so I ensure Ursus plays fairly and appropriately or he gets corrected, or playtime is over to give both a break.