Training

OUR PHILOSOPHY:
All techniques used by Gentle Puppy Training Pet Dog Trainers are dog & people friendly. All training is Fun, Easy and Effective for both dogs & owners. Just say No! to using pain, fear or intimidation in training. Learn how to say Yes! Click & Play instead. As our mentor Dr. Ian Dunbar PhD says:
“Training is not about dominance or obedience. Training is about Trust, Respect and Relationship”

PUPPY PARTY 1: 7 weeks  Program: 1 hour/week—->$185.00
For puppies between 10 & 18 weeks of age and their family. Class priority is: teaching puppy to develop a soft mouth, socializing, your puppy to people (children, men & strangers) and other dogs,basic manners, off leash & loose leash walking, handling, tricks, prevention, awareness & more!

PUPPY PARTY 2 :7 weeks  Program: 1 hour/week —->$185.00
For Puppy Party 1 Graduates only, up to 2 years old. Dogs & owners learn higher level obedience skills especially walking on loose leash, heeling, recalls from play session, greeting routine, settle down, distance commands, stays with many distractions plus more tricks & games.

BASIC FAMILY MANNERS: 7 weeks Program :1 hour/week —->$185.00
For quiet, dog & people-friendly dogs less than 2 years old – dogs that missed Puppy Party 1. Class priority is teaching greeting manners, coming when called, settle-down, loose leash walking, tricks handling, grooming, canine language, normal behaviors, games, laugh & more. N.B. This class is not suitable for fearful & excessive barking dogs.
Refer to: BEHAVIORAL COUNSELLING

BOW WOW CLICK & TREAT! 7 weeks  Program  :1 hour/week—-> $185.00
Open to any dog that has completed a Basic Course Owners learn how to improve their skills with clicker training & observe their dog’s ability to perform easy & effective tricks in a relaxed & fun atmosphere! Clicker & target stick include in fee.

NEW—–>RALLY-O beginner level <——NEW  5 weeks  Program: 1 hour/week—-> $125.00 RALLY-OBEDIENCE  is a brand -new canine sport which consist of a sequence of stations, run as a heel-work course by a team ( dog and owner) , where a sign at each station indicates an obedience exercice which the team must perform.The emphasis of RALLY is fun and  relax focusing on attitude and enthusiasm  while variety of exercices and courses allows you to show off your versatility and teamwork. Open to any dog that has completed a Basis Course.For more details  check  the official  website of APDT Rally-O .www.apdt.com/rally-o

For  anyone already enroll in a group class and missing a class , a 45 minutes make-up class is available for $20.00

BEHAVIOR PROBLEMS:
Need specific, humane, stress free, effective, solutions and treatment planning. Such problems as: EXCESSIVE BARKING, CHEWING, HOUSE SOILING,AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR, BITING, SEPARATION ANXIETY, DIGGING, FEAR ETC…
Sessions involved assessment, behavior modification plan, recommendations, feedback & follow-up. Gentle Puppy Training offers personalized training sessions in the comfort of your home, at a time that is convenient for everyone. Each program is customized for your specific needs.

ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS:
Puppy Head Start for new puppy arrival
Pre-puppy breed selection & puppy personality assessment at the breeder’s place.
Puppy Orientation at Veterinarian clinic
Older and/or shelter dog assessment.

BEHAVIORAL COUNSELING / PERSONAL COACHING / ASSESSMENTS ~1- Hour sessions / $75 an hour at our office or $100 / Hour (Plus Travel/Admin.  Expenses Free up to 20km) at your home or organization Usually 1 – 4 sessions In the comfort of your home or at our office  we can help you eliminate, manage and/or modify behaviors that need change.  A confidential evaluation offers:— A thorough assessment (usually 1-2 hours). — Subsequent sessions involve a series of 2 to 4 consultations.  — All members of the family are encouraged to attend. — Problem behaviors and prior approaches in resolving them will be reviewed.     Observation     — Your pet and interactions with you (and family members) will be observed during the evaluation. — Behaviors testing is performed when appropriate (i.e. resource guarding). — Videotaped recordings of problem behavior are encouraged for observation. — Observing some types of behavior may not be possible, necessary or safe.  Behavior Modification Plan (created for your specific needs)— A behavioral modification plan will be developed that includes win/win solutions and techniques for you and your dog(s). — Realistic prognosis for improvement is provided. — Lifestyle changes may be recommended. — Additional reading will be provided.   — Recommendations to a veterinarian with behavioral experience for a complete health and well-ness check and consultation for medication may be advised.    Follow-Up— Verbal and written recommendations are provided.  A copy will be sent to your Veterinarian upon request. — 3-months of brief phone follow-ups and/or emails are included.   — Treatment recommendations are modified as needed.  There are additional fees after 3-months.   We are mindful that the process of resolving behavioral problems can be difficult and stressful.  Often it is as simple as understanding the natural instincts of the dog, how behaviors evolve, and then teaching the dog what you expect (behavior shaping).  When behaviors escalate to an intolerable level, create stress or get totally out of control, we can offer you guidance, help you regain perspective, de-stress and make your and your dog’s life more manageable.