Relationship based Training

DOG & HUMAN CENTERED TRAINING
Did you know you are more than 50% of the equation? You are the one who sets the routine, decides what is allowed or not, structures when, where and how your dog gets their needs met, and decides the emotional tone of the home. Your dog has no other option but to follow your lead. If they perceive that you are leading poorly, they will test and try to take over…and sometimes we end up allowing that because we don’t know what to do differently. Let’s help you fix this!

THE HUMAN END OF THE LEASH

– We teach you how to understand your dog’s language on a deeper level. It doesn’t matter if you have owned a dog your whole life, I guarantee you there is a LOT more for you to learn here, and we are excited to show you!
– We teach you how to use your body language and verbal communication clearly and correctly. We humans tend to be unaware of how we create a lot of confusion for our dogs unintentionally, let’s fix that!
– We teach you how to set up your home environment and routine for success. What happens at home in your daily sets the entire foundation for your relationship with your dog. Becoming aware of how this affects them can make a world of difference in their behavior!
– We teach you which training methods and tools will be the best fit for your unique relationship dynamic and needs. Our mantra is always “Be as soft as you can be, and as firm as you need to be”. The dog lets us know if we need to be softer or more firm in our boundaries.
– You must be open and willing to adjust how your are living with and interacting with your dog on a day-to-day basis. We are always here to help you understand the “why” behind it and problem solve ways for you to implement it with your personal dog.

THE DOG’S END OF THE LEASH
– We help you teach your dog Relational Skills like how to be respectful of personal space of others (humans and dogs) – aka no jumping up, demanding attention, stealing toys, no trying to control the space of others, etc.
– We help you teach your dog daily Household Skills like threshold manners (no bolting out the door), calm energy inside and reserving playful energy outside. Limiting alert barking because the humans have stepped into the leadership role.
– We help you teach your dog Obedience Skills like Come, Place, Sit, Down and Leash Manners
– We help you teach your dog Play Manners like Drop-it during fetch, and not trying to steal toys from your hands, no putting their teeth on you – even playfully, etc.
– We help you teach your dog how to relax for Grooming Handling, Nail Trims and Vet Visits.