We are taking a break from teaching classes at this time. We highly recommend Cali McAffrey of Blue Dog Training https://bluedog.training for all training, especially behavior concerns, puppies, manners, obedience, learning not to be afraid at the Vet. Cali works with clients in their home and online.

Puppies become adolescents around 6 months. If you want a social dog, the work starts at birth. You can start socializing before the vaccinations are compete, from the safety of a car or buggy and in the home. Check out the following videos.

Got Puppy? We recommend Liz at Petco for positive reward based puppy and manners classes. It is critical your puppy meets other puppies BEFORE 16 weeks. For at home puppy training try Zac George 30 day Perfect Puppy course. Free (he also has excellent training videos on youtube) https://pupford.com/30-day-perfect-pup-zak-george/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw8J6wBhDXARIsAPo7QA_KgolHfVw7Pzx0z_hhhZu5sbc_jW1JB3Ri-KtBBFwdfU7lyMhfPNgaAtUFEALw_wcB

Puppy Socialization Guide free : The best and safest way! by Kikopup https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCNcq7KYANc&t=57s

PuppyHow to train a dream Dog : more free excellent puppy information. “How to socialize a puppy using 10 fun activities” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ADaE66tmQX0

We recommend Sara McLoudry of Decisive Moment Pet Consulting for online training specializing in behavior modification and cooperative care for vet visits, nail trims etc. Online group classes as well. https://www.decisivemomentconsulting.com/petguardians

Separation Anxiety- This is a highly specialized form of training requiring credentials. Ask your Veterinarian for a referral or contact a CSAT. A certified separation anxiety trainer. I have referred several clients to a CSAT and they were able to resolve this difficult behavior problem with extensive training and Veterinary intervention. These professionals are worth the experience. https://malenademartini.com/for-owners/why-hire-csat-trainer/

Don’t Let a Trainer Hurt Your Dog

Transparency in training- An honest “trainer” should publicly explain all the kinds of training used on all client dogs. Be an advocate for your dog.

The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior . How to choose a trainer.