Dog Training & Puppy Training

Socialized dogs are less likely to develop behavior problems and are generally more welcomed by others. Socialization can also help prevent the development of fears and phobias. Most people believe that puppy class is about teaching their dog to sit and stay. For six week courses, a reduced rate is offered (first-time use only) to dogs adopted from the ARL within the previous six months, and forBoston Veterinary Careclients. Please contact a dog training representative for details.

Inevitably, your dog will be approached by another at some point in time. In order to avoid anxiety or aggression around other animals, your dog should interact with others regularly. The 35% discount automatically applies to your first-time, qualifying Repeat Delivery purchase subtotal. Subtotal refers to amount of order before taxes and shipping. Promotion Code cannot be redistributed or used in combination with any other offer or online promotion code.

Private Lessons $299

Our variety of 6-week courses cover a range of options from Basic Good Manners to Agility to the Prep Course for certifying your dog as a Canine Good Citizen. We teach you how to teach your dog in a way that they understand. Our Advanced course is for instructors with at least one year’s experience of teaching classes. How it works After you sign up for a Handler’s Choice Training Session, you will be asked to submit up to 2 skills that you would like to work on with your dog. Skills can be related to manners, tricks, Canine Good Citizen or therapy dog preparation. This is a great opportunity for dogs who are not quite ready for the structure and demands of a typical class format. World News    

Single Private Lesson $89

It's also great to have goals when going through training. In addition, certifications are needed if you want your dog to visit hospitals and other facilities, as a therapy dog. This course helps dogs overcome their leash reactivity. It is a very small class size and uses visual barriers to help the dogs adjust to each other. The class is invaluable for helping dogs increase their tolerance of others. Please note that this class is for dogs who are reactive towards other dogs, but not towards humans.

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However, if you’re training your dog to be a loving pet, you should consider reward-based obedience training. This method doesn’t develop fear-based responses in your dog. It actually reinforces your loving relationship with them. Try group classes and/or private lessons, and check here for tips on affordable dog training. Dogs enter our lives bringing their fun and boisterous nature and look to us for affection, attention, nurture, and love.

About Dog Training

The bottom line is that you just need to know what to do, in clear, simple steps. You've already discovered that books, websites, and talking with friends or family aren't getting you very far. You get a puppy, and think to yourself, "How hard can this be? My puppy will be perfect and doesn't need training! Besides, he's already good at sitting." Some people don't properly train their dog, then expect it to understand human rules. When the dog doesn't comply, the owner can become frustrated, potentially returning the dog to a shelter for reasons that may have been easily addressed.

Deliveries can be same day or scheduled up to 6 days in advance. If you choose to drop off two dogs from the same household, we may need to provide a second trainer for an additional fee of $45 + tax per hour. Please contact us before scheduling to discuss options. In the majority of cases, a dog that misbehaves when it’s left on its own can be taught to act correctly with the right kind of obedience training. It’s important that your dog gets experience socializing with other people and other animals.

Learn how to train your dog – and have a great time while you do. When it comes to training dogs, there’s a lot of misinformation out there. Many people inadvertently make their dogs anxious without even realizing it. Obedience training is about much more than just educating your dog.

Instead of simply "training your dog," we believe in teaching the owners on how to properly handle their dogs and guide their behavior in a positive way. As a good dog owner, it’s your responsibility to ensure your dog is properly trained. Ideally, you should bring your dog to obedience classes when it’s still a puppy. During this time in your dog’s life, your dog will be a lot more receptive to training and will have a greater capacity for learning.

Great for dogs with individual training challenges and opportunities. Group classes are ideal to practice skills amid real-life distractions. A great way to socialize young puppies and build confidence in new environments.