Week 1

  • Detailed evaluation of the dog’s behavior, temperament, and specific training needs.

  • Establishing a rapport with the dog to foster trust and cooperation.

  • Updating fundamental commands such as “sit,” “stay,” “down,” and “leave it.”

  • Updating loose-leash walking and basic leash manners.

  • Updating more complex commands such as “place,” “heel,” “wait,” “off,” and “go to bed.”

    Week 2

  • Working on increasing duration, distance, and reliability of these commands.

  • Practicing updated commands and behaviors in environments with various distractions to build focus and impulse control.

  • Introducing mental stimulation activities such as puzzle toys, scent work, and interactive games to engage the dog’s mind.

  • Practicing obedience and behaviors in real-world settings such as parks, busy streets, or pet-friendly stores.

  • Ensuring the dog can perform tasks reliably in diverse environments

  • Continued socialization with new people, animals, and experiences to strengthen positive behaviors and reduce anxieties.

  • Reinforcing clear, consistent communication between the dog and trainer.

  • Ensuring that commands and cues are well understood and executed reliably.

Week 3

  • Incorporating more complex enrichment activities and problem-solving tasks to keep the dog engaged and motivated.

  • Providing detailed instructions on how to maintain and build on the training at home.

  • Reviewing the dog’s progress and making any necessary adjustments to the training plan.

  • Ensuring that the dog is comfortable and proficient with all learned behaviors.

  • Brining in the owners during drop off to show them all the work that's been done and how to continue their dogs progress.

3 Week Advanced Stay and Train

Age requirements: 9 Months and older

This 3 week program is $700/per week. A 20% deposit is due of the 3 weeks ($420), to hold your spot. The remanding balance is due 2 days prior of training ($1680).