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Initial Assessment
-- An initial assessment is required for all first-time clients --
This first meeting is a chance for me to get to know you and your pup! The main purpose is to evaluate how you and your dog are communicating, your dog’s engagement with you, what their reward preference is, and to set up training goals based on your current concerns.
Following your Initial Assessment, you will receive a written summary of what was discussed and what our “action plan” will be going forward.
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Behavioural Modification
Whether your dog is struggling with fear, anxiety, aggression, reactivity, or resource guarding, I will work with you to find the root of the problem.
During these sessions, you will learn about canine body language and the differences between stress and calming signals. We will discuss stressors and thresholds to gain a thorough understanding of how the canine mind works. We will focus on how to become a calm, confident leader for your pup. You will be taught all the tools and techniques needed to help your fur-baby become the very best version of themselves.
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Puppy Training
The smartest choice you can make for your puppy is to start training early! I want you and your pup to be set up for a long, successful, happy life together—and that journey starts by creating a foundation of trust and understanding.
During our Puppy Training Sessions, you will learn the basics of crate training and socialization, how to prevent separation anxiety, and solutions to various puppy struggles.
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General Obedience Training
General Obedience Training is a fantastic way to create a long-lasting bond with your pup, not to mention a great way to mentally stimulate them. In these training sessions, you will learn general commands such as sit, stay, down, come, leave it, look, and heel. These foundational obedience skills are crucial to a respectful guardian-canine relationship and are transferrable to every possible scenario with your pup.
Want me to help you teach your dog something in particular? Let me know! I’m always up for a challenge.
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E-Collar Conditioning
Seeking clarity in your communication with your pup? Wanting 100% reliable off-leash recall? E-collar conditioning is for you!
We condition the e-collar on working levels (not corrective levels) to fairly show your pup what low-level stimulation means and how to respond to it.Before introducing the e-collar, your pup needs to know SIT, PLACE, and COME commands. Need help teaching those? Book a General Obedience session first!
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Neutrality Pack Walks
Looking for a safe space to continue working on your pup's neutrality in a real-world setting? Look no further! Neutrality pack walks are structured group trail walks led by a dog trainer (moi!)
ALL dogs are welcome! This is a great opportunity to continue your training (leash skills, handler engagement, obedience, desensitization etc.) in the presence of other responsible doggy owners with similar goals!
WHEN: Monthly (check the Book Now calendar for upcoming dates!)
LOCATION: Derby Reach Heritage Site (Langley)DURATION: approx. 90 minutes
RAIN or SHINE!
Training Philosophy
I believe in a balanced approach to dog training. Now, before you panic, there are a lot of misconceptions about balanced dog training. Let’s be clear: balanced dog training should not be cruel and it should not be all about punishment. If you see a trainer who only uses harsh punishments with no praise or rewards, they are not balanced! My balanced approach to dog training uses a variety of training tools: treats, verbal praise, toys, physical affection, slip leashes, pinch collars, prong collars, and e-collars. Positive reinforcement is the foundation of all of my training and any additional tools used varies from dog to dog and depends on the comfort level of the handler.
At the end of the day, I believe in empowering owners to become strong, confident leaders; which is what every pup needs in order to be successful!
My philosophy is to always train the dog that is in front of me. What works for one dog may not work for another. I will work with you to find what works best for you and your pup.
With repetition and consistency, our canines can learn which behaviours and responses are desirable and which are not. With patience, leadership, and a whole lot of love, our pups can learn to cope in the world around them.
[Kona, my own reactive pup, would not be where she is today if it weren’t for balanced dog training!]