Dog Training
Our Philosophy
At Zen Pet Care, we believe in science-based positive reinforcement training. We use force-free methods on all of our dogs, regardless of their breed or background. Our goal is to make every training session fun and rewarding — and to create a better quality of life for both you and your dog.
What to Expect
When you purchase a training package, you are committing to working with your dog on a regular basis throughout the training experience. Our training will guide your efforts and provide all the support that you need, but your dog’s success is dependent upon your dedication to the process.
Our training packages include:
Initial Consultation
This 15-minute phone consultation is provided free of charge. Our trainer will use this time to learn more about you and your dog, to answer any questions you may have and to determine your training needs.
Meet Our Trainer!
Hannah
Our dog trainer, Hannah (CCDT/FF), is a graduate of CATCH Canine Trainers Academy and is also a Fear Free® certified professional trainer. She learned hands-on under three different mentors and gained experience by training dogs of various ages and breeds at a local shelter, where she still works. She is passionate about building strong, trusting relationships between dogs and humans. In her spare time she enjoys hiking, journaling and spending time with her boyfriend, daughter and son.
Training Packages
Basic Comprehension Skills: 8 Sessions
This beginner-level package is the perfect place to start. The program includes instruction on seven cues that will be useful in daily life and will prepare your dog for continued learning. We will practice these cues in low-distraction environments and for short durations of time. We will also set the foundation for loose-leash walking.
Consultation
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training plan
- management plan
Basic Cues
- sit
- down
- come (recall)
- touch (hand targeting)
Impulse Control
- stay
- leave it
- all done (release)
Leash Manners
- finding a comfortable harness for your dog
- loose-leash walking basics
Advanced Comprehension Skills
8 additional sessions, 16 sessions total
Basic Cues and Impulse Control
- adding distance, duration and variation
Leash Manners
- practicing and polishing loose-leash walking skills
Behavior in Public
- come (recall) with distraction
- greetings and non-greetings in public
Advanced Skills
- location targeting (go to place)
- stop (emergency down from a distance)
Custom Training Packages
4 Sessions Minimum
Add-On Sessions
*Plan for sessions to be about one hour long; however, session length is dependent upon your dog’s learning style.
Behavior Modification Consultations
These interactive sessions will provide you with detailed, individualized training and management plans for your dog. You will learn prevention techniques and practical solutions to help improve your dog’s behavior. Consultations are meant to be paired with a training package of your choice.
Topics include but are not limited to:
- new family member (introducing child to puppy or dog to baby)
- potty training
- loose-leash walking
- separation anxiety
- nuisance barking
- jumping when greeting
- anxiety during vet visits
- reactivity**
- resource guarding**
- fear of specific people/places/objects**
**Aggression issues will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Group classes coming soon!
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