Begin your dog’s good behavior journey in our climate-controlled training center, where we teach basic and/or advanced commands.
Begin your dog’s good behavior journey in our climate-controlled training center, where we teach basic and/or advanced commands.
On Leash Basic Obedience
2 weeks Board & Train along with 2 weeks One-on-One Training.
As balanced trainers, we deliver clear, consistent, real-world results with all of our programs.
Our On Leash Training Program, consists of the following:
Attention: Our attention-getting exercise teaches each dog their name and to look directly at us each time they hear it. This lays the foundation for everything else you will ever request of your dog. If your dog is paying attention you can get him/her to perform anything within their ability.
Leash Manners: This teaches dogs to work properly and confidently on a leash. Preventing unwanted pulling and jerking is often a concern of many dog owners. Teaching dogs not to jump on to people is also covered during this training phase.
Sit/Sit Stay: Dogs are trained to sit quickly on the first command and must stay until released or asked to perform another task.
Down/Down Stay: Dogs are trained to lie down quickly on the first command and must stay until released or asked to perform another task.
Come: The dog must come and sit directly in front of the handler when given the command to do so. The dog must stay sitting until released or asked to perform another task.
Heel: The dog will walk on the left side of the handler and turn or change pace as needed. The dog will sit when the handler comes to a halt.
Release: Everything that has a beginning must have an end. That is why each dog is trained to the “FREE” or release command. When the dog has completed an exercise he/she is given the release and may move around at will providing they do not pull or jerk on the leash.
Place: The dog is trained to go to a crate or mat and remain there until released. This is very helpful when someone unexpectedly arrives at your door. Simply point to the mat and tell your dog PLACE. Going on a picnic? Take your dog’s mat and enjoy the day with your dog, not searching for him.
Each command is trained in a controlled environment until your dog clearly understands what is expected of them. We gradually introduce environmental distractions to ensure that they will perform in the presence of people, traffic, other dogs, and the like. Finally, we prove the dogs with resistance training. This teaches the dog that when given a command they must follow the command even when pressure is applied signaling for the dog to break from position.
Life Long support
Off-Leash Advance Basic Obedience:
4 weeks Board & Train along with 3 weeks of one-on-one training.
**This program ensures that your pet can perform all commands while completely off-leash. Halfway through training, we encourage the owners to come to our facility for a one-on-one session to go over everything your companion has learned and to spend some quality time with your best buddy.
As balanced trainers, we deliver clear, consistent, real-world results with all of our programs.
Our Advanced Board & Training Program, consists of the following:
Attention: Our attention-getting exercise teaches each dog their name and to look directly at us each time they hear it. This lays the foundation for everything else you will ever request of your dog. If your dog is paying attention you can get him/her to perform anything within their ability.
Leash Manners: This teaches dogs to work properly and confidently on a leash. Preventing unwanted pulling and jerking is often a concern of many dog owners. Teaching dogs not to jump on to people is also covered during this training phase.
Sit/Sit Stay: Dogs are trained to sit quickly on the first command and must stay until released or asked to perform another task. Down/Down Stay: Dogs are trained to lie down quickly on the first command and must stay until released or asked to perform another task.
Here/Recall: The dog must come and sit directly in front of the handler when given the command to do so. The dog must stay sitting until released or asked to perform another task.
Heel: The dog will walk on the left side of the handler and turn or change pace as needed. The dog will sit when the handler comes to a halt.
Release: Everything that has a beginning must have an end. That is why each dog is trained to the “FREE” or release command. When the dog has completed an exercise he/she is given the release and may move around at will providing they do not pull or jerk on the leash.
Place: The dog is trained to go to a crate or mat and remain there until released. This is very helpful when someone unexpectedly arrives at your door. Simply point to the mat and tell your dog PLACE. Going on a picnic? Take your dog’s mat and enjoy the day with your dog, not searching for him.
Each command is trained in a controlled environment until your dog clearly understands what is expected of them. We gradually introduce environmental distractions to ensure that they will perform in the presence of people, traffic, other dogs, and the like. Finally, we prove the dogs with resistance training. This teaches the dog that when given a command they must follow the command even when pressure is applied signaling for the dog to break from position.
*Behavioral Issues such as dog/human aggression are extremely complex issues and need special considerations. Please contact us with any questions
Life Long support
On Leash Basic Obedience
2 weeks Board & Train along with 2 weeks One-on-One Training.
As balanced trainers, we deliver clear, consistent, real-world results with all of our programs.
Our On Leash Training Program, consists of the following:
Attention: Our attention-getting exercise teaches each dog their name and to look directly at us each time they hear it. This lays the foundation for everything else you will ever request of your dog. If your dog is paying attention you can get him/her to perform anything within their ability.
Leash Manners: This teaches dogs to work properly and confidently on a leash. Preventing unwanted pulling and jerking is often a concern of many dog owners. Teaching dogs not to jump on to people is also covered during this training phase.
Sit/Sit Stay: Dogs are trained to sit quickly on the first command and must stay until released or asked to perform another task.
Down/Down Stay: Dogs are trained to lie down quickly on the first command and must stay until released or asked to perform another task.
Come: The dog must come and sit directly in front of the handler when given the command to do so. The dog must stay sitting until released or asked to perform another task.
Heel: The dog will walk on the left side of the handler and turn or change pace as needed. The dog will sit when the handler comes to a halt.
Release: Everything that has a beginning must have an end. That is why each dog is trained to the “FREE” or release command. When the dog has completed an exercise he/she is given the release and may move around at will providing they do not pull or jerk on the leash.
Place: The dog is trained to go to a crate or mat and remain there until released. This is very helpful when someone unexpectedly arrives at your door. Simply point to the mat and tell your dog PLACE. Going on a picnic? Take your dog’s mat and enjoy the day with your dog, not searching for him.
Each command is trained in a controlled environment until your dog clearly understands what is expected of them. We gradually introduce environmental distractions to ensure that they will perform in the presence of people, traffic, other dogs, and the like. Finally, we prove the dogs with resistance training. This teaches the dog that when given a command they must follow the command even when pressure is applied signaling for the dog to break from position.
Life Long support
Off-Leash Advance Basic Obedience:
4 weeks Board & Train along with 3 weeks of one-on-one training.
**This program ensures that your pet can perform all commands while completely off-leash. Halfway through training, we encourage the owners to come to our facility for a one-on-one session to go over everything your companion has learned and to spend some quality time with your best buddy.
As balanced trainers, we deliver clear, consistent, real-world results with all of our programs.
Our Advanced Board & Training Program, consists of the following:
Attention: Our attention-getting exercise teaches each dog their name and to look directly at us each time they hear it. This lays the foundation for everything else you will ever request of your dog. If your dog is paying attention you can get him/her to perform anything within their ability.
Leash Manners: This teaches dogs to work properly and confidently on a leash. Preventing unwanted pulling and jerking is often a concern of many dog owners. Teaching dogs not to jump on to people is also covered during this training phase.
Sit/Sit Stay: Dogs are trained to sit quickly on the first command and must stay until released or asked to perform another task. Down/Down Stay: Dogs are trained to lie down quickly on the first command and must stay until released or asked to perform another task.
Here/Recall: The dog must come and sit directly in front of the handler when given the command to do so. The dog must stay sitting until released or asked to perform another task.
Heel: The dog will walk on the left side of the handler and turn or change pace as needed. The dog will sit when the handler comes to a halt.
Release: Everything that has a beginning must have an end. That is why each dog is trained to the “FREE” or release command. When the dog has completed an exercise he/she is given the release and may move around at will providing they do not pull or jerk on the leash.
Place: The dog is trained to go to a crate or mat and remain there until released. This is very helpful when someone unexpectedly arrives at your door. Simply point to the mat and tell your dog PLACE. Going on a picnic? Take your dog’s mat and enjoy the day with your dog, not searching for him.
Each command is trained in a controlled environment until your dog clearly understands what is expected of them. We gradually introduce environmental distractions to ensure that they will perform in the presence of people, traffic, other dogs, and the like. Finally, we prove the dogs with resistance training. This teaches the dog that when given a command they must follow the command even when pressure is applied signaling for the dog to break from position.
*Behavioral Issues such as dog/human aggression are extremely complex issues and need special considerations. Please contact us with any questions
Life Long support
Experiencing Any Of These Issues?
We Can Help!
- Lack of obedience
- Lunging
- Pulling on the leash
- Barking or growling
- Mouthing or nipping
- Behavioral issues
- Anxiety
- Chewing
- Jumping or counter-surfing
- Potty training
- Not coming when called
- Digging
- Begging
- Barking at the door
- Chasing
Experiencing Any Of These Issues?
We Can Help!
- Lack of obedience
- Lunging
- Pulling on the leash
- Barking or growling
- Mouthing or nipping
- Behavioral issues
- Anxiety
- Chewing
- Jumping or counter-surfing
- Potty training
- Not coming when called
- Digging
- Begging
- Barking at the door
- Chasing
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We are AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluators! We can certify your dog in AKC S.T.A.R Puppy, Canine Good Citizen, Urban CGC, and Community CGC
A well-trained dog is a joy to live with, and the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Program is a great first step in providing your dog with a solid foundation of basic training skills and intellectual stimulation. When you complete CGC training, you will have a canine companion who responds to core commands such as sit and down and who remains under good control on a leash.
While this is a fabulous beginning, we strongly encourage owners to continue training beyond CGC in order to develop off-leash control, increase the dog’s reliability, and to further enhance the bond that has been built during CGC training.
After CGC, be sure to consider:
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AKC Community Canine (CGCA) is all about having a well-behaved dog in the community. Whereas Canine Good Citizen tests are most often tested in a simulated environment at a training facility or in a ring. The 10-step AKC Community Canine test is conducted in real life situations, which can include walking through a crowd on a busy sidewalk or in a local park.
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AKC Urban Canine Good Citizen (CGCU) requires that the dog demonstrate CGC skills and beyond in an urban setting. As with Canine Good Citizen, AKC Urban CGC has a 10-step test of skills that dogs must pass to earn the official AKC Urban CGC title, but it is administered in a place where there are cars, streets to be crossed, noises, and distraction
The CGC award is a prerequisite for many therapy dog organizations. Once dogs are certified by one of these qualified organizations, they are eligible to enroll in the AKC Therapy Dog Program and apply for AKC Therapy Dog titles. All of which we can help you and your dog prepare for.
