Private Lessons – An education in advanced training
Private lessons are a great way to strengthen your
bond and gain control over your furry buddy. These one on one lessons are designed
to help you understand, communicate to, and train your dog yourself under my direct supervision. You will be amazed at how much you will learn! Training your
dog yourself is a far different experience than having your dog trained by me in the in-kennel program. When I train your dog myself, I must only teach you how to be a good dog handler. These private lesson programs will teach you to be your
dog’s handler and teacher – a far more rewarding experience.
A dog trained by you and K9-1:
Will not need a big bag of treats to be bribed into
listening.
Will not need to be spoken to sternly, yelled at,
intimated, or manhandled to listen.
Will not need a leash attached when you need obedience.
Will not need to be told twice to obey their owner.
WILL listen to one soft spoken command in any environment with the most difficult
distractions you can think of.
The best part is the training is humane, respectful,
and a bonding experience for you and your dog.
When comparing our training programs to others please don’t confuse K9-1 Specialized Dog Training
LLC with:
An ex police dog handler or military dog handler now working as a dog trainer.
A large dog training franchise with strange training
gimmicks… like barking back at your dog!
Someone who learned only through reading books,
online programs, or videos about dog training.
Someone who uses only outdated WW2 style “command
and jerk” choke collar techniques.
Someone who took a private certification test based
mainly on a multiple choice sit down exam.
A veterinary behaviorist that uses drugs or euthanasia
as the fix for most problems
Unfortunately, there are no government regulated
standards for dog training. Anyone can claim to be qualified or even certified.
Some even have elaborate web sites with lots to say but nothing to show. The wrong choice can cause your dog unnecessary stress,
limited results, and sometimes even a recommendation for euthanasia!
When choosing any professional you should be concerned
with their credentials, experience, and professional record. Also, see how their
clients’ dogs are performing not just their own demo dog.
Below
are some of my private training options and prices. Keep in mind prices reflect
the overhead and cost of running a full service high standard business on a modest salary.
Compare to the professional labor prices of mechanics, electricians, etc.
Training Consult – This is you and your dog’s first meeting with
me, your trainer. In the consult you can expect:
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First, I will record your
dog’s history, take an analysis of his behavior, and discuss the goals you would like to achieve with him
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Then, we will go over a detailed plan on how we will reach all your goals using
a combination of behavioral modification, training, and management.
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After, we will do some hands on
exercises to get you started
The consult is generally all that is required for
someone who just needs some guidance and a custom plan to improve common behaviors such as housebreaking issues, separation
anxiety, excessive barking, destructive behavior, object stealing, etc.
This consult is also slightly modified as an option
for someone to get on the right track with a new puppy that doesn’t have the time to attend weekly puppy classes. This is called a “puppy consult”.
For most obedience and aggression problems follow
up lessons will most likely be required.
The consult generally lasts about 3 – 4 hours depending on the complexity of your goals.
Cost
- $250
Follow up lessons – Follow up lessons generally last between 1 –
2 hours with the average lasting between 60-90 minutes. During these lessons
we work on specific exercises that you will learn to practice on your own that will bring you toward your training goals.
Cost
- $100
Off-Leash Control Package - This private lesson package
is designed for someone who is committed to having their dog fully trained the right way without cutting corners. Your dog will do all exercises outlined on and off leash around distractions. This package can be customized for a dog that needs aggression rehabilitation, confidence building, or
preparing for more advanced training such as personal protection or assistance dog training.
Exercises
Include:
Leash
and people manners
Attention to name
“Climb” and stay on objects
“Sit” stay
The one hour plus “Down” stay around
distractions
“Come” when called in the presence of
distractions
Go to “place” mat and stay
“Heel” on leash (walking controlled
on left side of handler)
“Heel” off leash around distractions
“No”- stop what you are doing
“Leave it” – disengage with object,
animal, or person
“OK” – permission to engage with
person, object, or animal
“Free” – release from all command
This
package includes:
1 – consult
22 – Private lessons
6 – months unlimited support group classes
Cost
- $2200
Support Group Classes – These trainer supervised classes are reserved
for dogs that have completed off-leash control and allow clients to work in a safe and relaxed group setting with all other
clients and their dogs. This is great for working around additional distractions
and teaming up with other clients and their dogs that are working on improving and polishing similar issues such as aggression.
Cost
- $15/session
Guard Dog Club a.k.a. “Bite Club” – This
is a club for those who have successfully finished off-leash control training and wish to pursue mastering complete control
of their dog’s instinct to protect. Think of it as martial arts for dogs. Just as much training is done to teach your dog to control the urge to protect as
there is training to teach your dog how to master the ability to protect effectively.
This is not sport training such as Schutzhund, French Ring, etc. It is
designed to prepare the dog and handler how to react properly as a team to real life threats.
“Bite Club” members have the option of meeting twice a week.
Cost
- $2000 1st year then $1200 subsequent years
Specialized Training – assistance dog training, therapy dog training,
tracking, object detection, competitive obedience…what’s your interest?
After completing off-leash control clients have the options of pursuing any type of further advanced training they
request. I have successful hands on experience in most areas – so feel
free to E-mail with requests for specialized training tasks.
