Our Programs
A "Whole Dog" Approach
Patience, Respect, Transparency, Leadership
Our programs are rooted in positive-reinforcement and humane use of tools for dog training as the most balanced and ethical approach to canine training.
Our loyal commitment to you and your dog and an enjoyable experience is guaranteed.
Are you struggling with your dog?
What if you could take your dog anywhere?
What if your dog came every time you called her?
Can you even imagine trusting your dog off leash?
Or just having guests over without your dog losing his mind?
My very first dog got me into training in 2008. After six years of treat training she had excellent obedience skills, but I dreaded passing dogs on walks, could not have guests over, vet visits were bite risks, and my life revolved around managing the dog I loved so much. Ever having kids around was not even a possibility. I wondered where I went wrong. How did my picture of a happy puppy turn into every day being difficult?
I set out to learn all other types of training and methods that might help her and after finding what worked for her, after six months of additional training, at age six she was finally able to be out of the muzzle in group classes. I started working with her training her off-leash. In three years she was able to routinely pass multiple levels of advanced and urban canine good citizen tests.
In her last years, she could be so trusted that she even sought out the affection of children and enjoyed their attention. I made it my mission to help other dogs like her, and have continued the same results with foster dogs, rescue dogs, and client dogs.
What if you enjoyed life with your dog?
What if you really could take them anywhere and trust them?
That's where we come in and where the expertise, experience and resources of a canine professional is essential.
What's included?
We include many extras not offered by other training companies. We want all of our clients to have just what they need to change their life with their dog!!
Each program offers a different level of teaching and commitment, from beginning to advanced, because dog training isn't a one size fits all thing.
LONG TERM SUPPORT
To meet clients where they're at, we offer TONS of support. We have found this is the easiest way for our clients to see a real, lasting transformation with their dog.
Our programs include:
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Personalized one-on-one coaching programs to fit your dog, your needs, and your lifestyle.
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All training equipment that you will need to be successful is included in every program.
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Group practice classes where you can work with and socialize your dog in a safe, supportive setting.
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Access to your trainer whenever you need it via text, email, GoogleMeet, and other apps.
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Exclusive access to an ever-expanding online knowledge base on our website so you can always refer back to How To's, Step-by-Step guides, and videos for practicing at home.
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Exclusive access to group classes, day training memberships and refresher stay-&-trains for program graduates.
Life Essentials
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Obedience Training (such as sit, down, place, come when called, heel)
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Life Skills (such as settle, leave it, crating)
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Canine Manners (such as politely greeting humans and dogs, paying attention around distractions)
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Canine Enrichment (such as fetch, toy play, tricks, games, tastes of dog sports)
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Mild Behavior Issues
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BONUS: Basic Equipment Kit ($150 value)
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BONUS: 3-months free practice classes
Mad Dog K9
Most Popular
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Obedience Training (such as sit, down, place, come when called, heel)
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Off-Leash foundations (such as long lead training, obeying commands when far away from you and around distractions)
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Life Skills (such as settle, leave it, crating)
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Canine Manners (such as politely greeting humans and dogs, paying attention around distractions)
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Canine Enrichment (such as fetch, toy play, tricks, games, tastes of dog sports)
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Moderate to Severe Behavior Issues
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BONUS: Deluxe Equipment Kit ($400 value)
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BONUS: 6-months free practice classes
Group Class Membership
Pre-requisites: Must have completed the Life Essentials or Mad Dog K9 Program, or have trainer approval.
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Obedience practice (such as sit, down, place, come when called, heel around other dogs and people)
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Socialization & enrichment (such as working around dogs/people/animals, tastes of dog sports)
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Test and title your dog (such as Canine Good Citizen (CGC), Community Canine, Urban CGC, and trick dog titles)
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Training in public places (such as hardware stores, food parks, pet stores)
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Kayaking with your dog classes
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Group/Pack dog walks at local parks (such as working exercises in and walking with or through a small or large moving group of humans and dogs)
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Guided group hikes & training (such as with canine backpacks, canine first aid information, basic physical conditioning information and injury prevention)
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Specialized training (such as intro classes exploring scent work, competitive obedience, Rally, agility, biking with your dog)
How does it work? Our options...
Step 1:
Everyone is different, so we let you choose what works best for you and your schedule. We offer in-person, virtual-only, and hybrid (in-person + online) delivery.
Step 2:
We have 3 Programs with a variety of options to choose from. Our Programs are Life Essentials, Mad Dog K9, and Class Membership. Options are Private Lessons, plus Day Training, or plus Board & Train.
Private Lessons
The core basis of every program.
How it works:
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Depending on your dog, your goals and your program, private lessons are done in-person, online, or a hybrid design for convenience.
What you get:
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Learn properly working with your dog
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Learn your individual dog's needs and how to meet them
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Actionable problem-solving and helpful methods until training is complete
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Friendly expert instruction
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Customized teaching methods
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Patient and judgement free guidance and instruction for human and dog while you progress as a team
What your dog learns:
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Trusting you as their fair leader
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Boundaries and expections
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Following through on cues and commands you give them
Day Training
The convenience of a board-&-train style program while keeping your dog at home.
How it works:
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Your trainer works with your dog once or twice a week for a portion of the day on field trips in between your private lessons
What you get:
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an in-person or virtual mini-lesson to review progress and continue reinforcing training at home and between your private lessons
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a worked, tired and happy dog - day training is way beyond dog walking
What your dog learns:
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The skills, socialization, enrichment and structure they need for their program
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Skills transference across different humans
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Building trust and positive experiences with humans, for fearful and reactive dogs
Board & Train
A canine immersive experience living in the trainer's home. *Spots are limited.*
How it works:
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We begin with private lessons to begin a familiar relationship with your dog
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After some lessons, your dog stays with us for approximately two weeks. You get progress check-ins, videos, visits or lessons during their stay.
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After completing their stay, we complete the remaining private lessons with you to maintain and continue what they have learned.
Your dog:
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stays in a home, not a kennel environment
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experiences socialization and structured routine around other dogs and humans
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receives treatment as a family companion while handled and trained by experts
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goes on field trips and outings
Is Excellent for:
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difficult or working breed puppies
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fearful or reactive dog socialization
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dog's needing specific problem help
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advanced obedience
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off-leash e-collar foundation