Category: Dog Training Options
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Puppy Manners & Socialization
Course Description The objectives of this course are many: to allow puppies to socialize with other puppies and humans; to teach owners the importance of socialization of their dogs, particularly at a very young age; to impart owner information on canine care, to help puppy owners learn to effectively address common puppy challenges, and to…
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Our Approach — FAQ
Q: Is my dog dominant? A: The concepts of “dominance” and “alpha” were originally incorrectly applied to dogs. These concepts came about as the result of studies on captive wolves. While dogs have descended from wolves, they are NOT wolves. They are domesticated dogs. I prefer to use the concept of “benevolent leader”; this indicates…
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Advanced Manners
Course Description The objective for ADVANCED MANNERS is to provide further structure, motivation, and new skills for the human-canine team who enjoy working together and wish to continue to enhance their communications. It also serves as a stepping stone for entry into the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) preparedness coursework or entry into the world of…
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Puppies!
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW PUPPY! That little bundle of fur, paws and ears will be lots of fun, but he will also be sure to cause TONS of frustrations in the first few months. Here are some suggestions to help you make puppy’s transition to his new home a little easier. First, take a Puppy…
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Courses
Training and Obedience Puppy Manners & Socialization This six-week course is designed for puppies aged 9-16 weeks. It is a wonderful introduction to both puppies and their people into the world of, well, puppies and people! There are three sections to the course: owner information, early obedience, and puppy socialization. All three are equally important,…
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Puppies! Part 2
WHAT TO DO WITH YOUR NEW PUPPY! Click here for Part 1 Teach your puppy that people and hands near his food bowl are wonderful things. Start his meal with an empty food bowl. Then place a handful of his food in there. While he’s eating that, add another handful. Continue this until his…