Training begins the moment your dog enters your life.
It is through each interaction you have throughout your lives together that will shape not only their choice in behaviors, but also the relationship you share.
Your dog is never too young or old to begin training, and the earlier you start, the better. I will guide you to avoid common mistakes before unwanted behaviors become lifelong habits using methods that will build a relationship of trust and respect.
Before You Get Your Dog Info Session
Not sure what to have ready for your dog or puppy before they step foot in your house? What size crate should I get? How many toys should I buy? Should I have a special leash and harness? How should my dog travel in the car? I will answer these questions and many more so that you are ready with everything you need before your puppy arrives.
Customized Private Session
Whether you have recently welcomed a new puppy or adult dog into your home or you have just had enough of your dog’s problem behavior, this is where we can address anything you may need help with; nipping, chewing, housebreaking, door greetings, jumping, fear, aggression, anxiety, resource guarding and more. This lesson will be customized to the needs of your dog, so when filling out registration, be specific in your goals.
**Looking to cover obedience skills and some common behavior problems? You may be interested in the Puppy Kindergarten Course or the Basic Obedience Course.
Puppy Kindergarten Course
Puppies don’t grow out of unwanted behaviors, they grow into them! Four information packed sessions to get your puppy training off on the right paw. The first session of your package will run 75 minutes and customized to cover the most pressing needs of your individual puppy. This session can be done virtually or in person. In the remaining 3 sessions, you and your puppy will begin basic obedience skills, set behavior expectations, and prepare you for adolescence.
Skills covered: housebreaking, chewing, nipping, crate training, sit, down, stay, leave it, and more.
For puppies 8-15 weeks at the start of the first session.
Behavior & Life Skills Package
The first session of your package will be 75 minutes and we will take a few moments to review your goals before getting to work. This session can be done virtually or in person. In the remaining three 55 minute sessions, you will learn the basic obedience skills that every dog should know, dealing with adolescence, and how to help your dog develop better manners around the humans they live with.
Behavior Skills covered: Jumping, Counter Surfing, Barking, Digging, Crate Training & more.
Obedience Skills Covered: Sit, Down, Come, Leash Walking, Leave-it, & Stay
For dogs 16 weeks and older.
“Working with Christy took all the stress out of those first few months! From training, sleep tricks and everything in between. We could not be more grateful for her professionalism and wisdom!”
— Erica & Cherry