1. How long are Day Training sessions?
Day Training sessions can last from 2 to 4 hours. This allows ample time for exercise, rest and snacks for younger puppies. Then the lessons begin.
2. How often do you have Day Training? How many sessions does a dog need?
We have Day Training sessions Monday through Friday, every week. The number of sessions your dog needs depends on the goals you set, or the problem to be solved. Day Training sessions can even be scheduled, “Tune-Ups,” on regular basis.
3. Do you pick up and drop off dogs?
Yes, unless you are meeting us for an outside Training Session.
4. Do you accept puppies or dogs from out of state?
We offer Board and Training programs for both dogs and puppies from out of state. Normally our training programs include sessions with owners every few days. Owners who live out of town can fly in or we share progress on the phone. Frequently owners fly in on weekends or schedule a vacation while their puppy is with us.
5. Can I come on a session and watch?
We love it when owners join us. Once your dog learns a new task or there is an opportunity for you to practice, we’ll set up a session for you and your dog together.
6. How many dogs participate in a session?
The exercise portion of Day Training sessions frequently includes a small group walk. This allows us to teach dogs how to be active together and still behave politely. In the Training portion we go one-on-one with your dog (unless we are working with issues related to being around other dogs).
7. Can Day Training solve my dog’s problem with aggression toward other dogs?
Day Training sessions are perfect for dogs with all kinds of behavior problems, like aggression toward dogs, shyness with people, leash aggression, bonding issues, excessive barking, and phobias.
8. What if I encounter a problem or have a question in-between sessions?
We are always available to answer your questions on the phone, whether you are currently in training or have been in the past. We call this our Friends for Life Promise; once we work with your dog, we are there for you whenever you need us.
9. How will I know what my dog is learning?
We meet with you once a week for what we call, “catch-up” sessions. This is where we get you up to speed with everything your dog has learned and help you develop the skills you’ll need to keep him on track.
10. How soon will I see results?
In nearly every case you’ll see results after the first session and the changes are frequently dramatic. You’ll see things like; your dog begins to settle, relax, pay attention to you, sit down in front of you and wait for you to notice, wait at the door to let you go first, stay next to you on walks, stop what he’s doing when you say “No” – the list gets longer every day.
11. Where do Day Training sessions take place?
Day Training sessions take place wherever lessons are needed; your kitchen, with your kids, a neighbor’s home, any and all of the places your dog needs work. This can include shopping malls, stores, cafes, parking lots, the vet, groomers and more.
12. My dog is very hyper and has become destructive. He’s 8 months-old now, won’t listen to me, and my kids can’t control him. Can Day Training help?
It’s impossible for a dog to calm down and pay attention when he needs a good blow-out instead. Day Training sessions are perfect for energetic dogs because they begin at the beginning – with exercise. We call it, getting the “Ya-Ya.s” out. Once he’s done that, your dog can pay attention and get down to the business of learning new behaviors. We also make the Training and Socialization aspects of every session exciting and interesting. This way, the most hyper of dogs has fun. In fact, for most it’s a new kind of fun and they learn that focusing and regulating their energy downward has nice payoffs. In a very short time, your dog learns to calm down on command. And Wait. And Watch.
13. We took our dog to obedience class a year ago. He sits and lays down for a treat, but he pulls me when we walk and I can’t take him anywhere because he doesn’t mind me.
Day Training takes off where Basic Obedience ends – at the beginning. Sit, Down and Come are important skills for a dog to have, but you need to get them everywhere, not just at home. Day Training lessons incorporate all the Basic Obedience commands (Sit, Down and Come) and adds more. You can have the behaviors you want – out in the real world where you want to enjoy your dog.
14. What if my dog is older and doesn’t have Basic Obedience?
Day Training sessions are flexible enough to incorporate all of the lessons and experiences your dog needs to improve behavior, listen, relax around other dogs and more. Basic Obedience is a natural part of every session, no matter what age or experience a dog has. This makes Day Training perfect for puppies or older dogs that have not had much training.
