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We are now offering private training (both at the Pawsh facility and In-Home), group classes, day-train, and board & train packages.Please contact us with any questions you may have or to sign up for any of these services!
Whether you're a first-time pet owner who needs help with the basics, an experienced handler looking to advance your dogs' skills, a pet parent in need of behavior modification for serious issues, a dog lover who wants to work on pet friendly public access, or a handler with disabilities needing help to teach your dog how to assist you with service dog tasks, we have a program and package to fit your training needs!
Training Philosophy:
We believe training should be easy and fun for everyone! We Prioritize safety and comfort to help make training simpler for the dogs and humans we work with. We believe in effective and long-lasting behavior modification, and training techniques customized to your needs that build your relationship with your dog, and better your lives together. Our training methods adhere to the Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive (LIMA) Behavior Intervention Policy of the CCPDT to provide a level of training excellence backed by evidence and competency.
What is the truth about positive reinforcement?
Positive reinforcement refers to the introduction of a desirable or pleasant stimulus after a behavior, making it more likely that the behavior will occur again. It is generally the best way to teach a dog a new skill, however positive reinforcement alone is not always sufficient to achieve effective or lasting behavior modification. Here at Pawsh we use balanced training methods to ensure LIMA adherence and training success! Note from the trainer- I know there is A LOT of information about dog training available to the general public, and much of it is conflicting. This can be very confusing for the average pet owner to navigate because it's often hard to know who to trust, and what methods will work best for your dog. LIMA adherence means you can rest assured we will work smarter, not harder, no matter which training service works best for your busy life. Our clients learn skills that help them to better their dogs' lives to return some of the joy and love they give us, without ever sacrificing safety.
Types of training we offer:
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Management
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House training
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Potty training
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Kennel training & Isolation training
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Basic manners & obedience Relationship building
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Fixing common puppy problems
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Canine communication
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Marker training
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Engagement training
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Behavior modification
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Behavior Adjustment training (BAT)
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Reactivity reduction
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Remote collar training
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Off-leash recalls
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Scent work
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AKC Canine Good Citizen Prep & testing
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Beyond CGC (CGCA & CGCU)
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AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy program
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Public access training and testing
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Service dog task training
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Dog Sport Coacing (Rally Obedience, Barn Hunt, Agility, Conformation, Lure Coursing, etc.)
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And more!
Issues we can help you fix:
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Biting
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Jumping on guests
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Jumping on furniture
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"Door-darting"
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"Counter-surfing"
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Not coming when called
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Excessive barking
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Reactivity with dogs, people, and other environmental stimuli
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Cue reinforcement (say what you mean & mean what you say)
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Conspecific (dog-dog) social issues
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Stranger danger (human-dog) social issues
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Separation Anxiety
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Generalized Anxiety
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Fear-aggression
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Rebuilding a damaged handler relationship
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Building confidence in a fearful dog
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Fear of urban environments
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Destructive behavior from boredom
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Cue precision & accuracy (say it once!)
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And more!
Group Classes
Puppy Basics $300
AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy $300
Manners & Obedience 101 $300
AKC CGC Prep $350
Beyond CGC (CGCA & CGCU) $350
Advanced Obedience $350
Adventure Dog Manners $350
Putting out the fires $350
- (solving common puppy problems)
CLASSES COMING SOON
Call to join the waitlist for our next available courses starting in March!
All group classes are held at the same day/time each week. Each weekly session is 1 hour in length and builds on training that was accomplished during the previous session. Up to 2 owners may attend each class with their enrolled pet, only those who are actively participating in the class are allowed in the facility during class. All classes are held at Pawsh, unless otherwise noted. All dogs participating must be current on vaccinations. A non-refundable $50 deposit is required for all group classes. ***No aggressive or reactive dogs will be permitted in group classes! We would be happy to help you and your pooch get to a better place, but we recommend 1 on 1 sessions with our trainer before joining the group setting.***
What to bring:
4-6 foot leash (NO retractable leashes)
Well fit collar or harness
Training treats (can be purchased at Pawsh)
Training treat pouch HIGHLY recommended but not mandatory for basic classes
Private Sessions
Customized one on one sessions with our trainer to meet your personal goals.
Private sessions @Pawsh facility
Single Private Training Session: $85
6 Private Training Session Package: $500
Private sessions in your home
Single Private Training Session: $150
6 Private Training Session Package: $800
In home milage fee: within 8 miles of Pawsh facility included. $15 for every 8 additional miles
AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluation $50
Held at public, dog friendly location near our facility
No prior training with Pawsh required, must pass by AKC CGC standards of testing evaluation.
Not sure which training services are right for you and your dog?
Schedule your free 10-minute evaluation with our trainer to discuss your concerns and goals, and our trainer will help pick the best option to fit your needs!
Day Training
Want a well-behaved pooch but don't have the time to do all the work yourself? Check out our day training program, where you drop your pup off at our facility and our trainer does the work for you! Once the time is up, pick up a trained pooch, and learn how to maintain the behaviors your dog has learned through our trainer.
Included with each day-training package:
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30-minute consultation to set custom training goals and methods.
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Daily Training report with summary of what your dog learned and homework to help you implement the skills worked on into your dog's routine at home.
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Daycare play group access *dog-social dogs only*
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One private in-facility session to review any skills worked on through the
package.
Day Training is offered Tuesdays - Saturdays
Drop off: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
or at 1:00 PM for PM 1/2 days
Pick up: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
or at 1:00 PM for AM 1/2 days
1/2 Days
Full Days
5 days
15 days
25 days
$599
$1750
$2799
$349
$999
$1599
3+ days are required per week with all day training packages
Boarding School
Are you too busy to train your dog but still expect good manners in your home? Or perhaps you have a high drive puppy that needs a quick behavior intervention? Our Board & Train program is our most intensive and hands-on training option. Your pooch will board at our facility and have one-on-one practice working with our lead trainer to ensure success!
included in each board & train package:
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30-minute consultation to set custom training goals and methods.
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Daycare play group access *dog-social dogs only*
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one in-facility & one in-home private training session with our lead trainer to help your dog transition back to your home environment without losing their newfound skills.
Reset & Rescue Package - 1 week - $1500
assesses mild- moderate behavior concerns through resetting your dog's management protocol and structure. teaches basic obedience, cue consistency, & reinforcement.
*Continued private sessions highly recommended to maintain consistency with reintegrating back into your home*
Manners Matter Package - 3 weeks - $3300
fixes common problem behaviors, teaches basic manners & obedience with mild - moderate level distractions.
Perfect Pooch Package - 6 weeks - $6600
fixes common problem behaviors, teaches basic manners & obedience with moderate - high level distractions.
Bomb -proof Pup Package - 9 weeks $9900
fixes mild-moderate behavior concerns, fixes common problem behaviors, teaches basic manners & obedience with moderate - high level distractions.
Available Puppies
When looking for a puppy to add to your family, finding the perfect match is one of the most important elements in helping dogs and humans live a great life together. Whether bought, found or rescued, it is essential to find a dog that can live within your lifestyle. There are realities to the breed and the individual you select and starting any dog out with a great foundation is essential. And that's why we are here to help you get it right!
"Delightful Dog" Package
Healthcare & Grooming
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Comfortable with regular baths & nail trims
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Comfortable with sanitary trims (face, feet, fanny)
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Comfortable with restraint necessary for medical procedures
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Up-to date on vaccinations (records to transfer at time of puppy's arrival)
House training
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Comfortable in kennel for up to eight hours overnight without accidents or anxiety
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Comfortable in kennel for up to three hours through the day without accidents or anxiety
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Will enter their "kennel" willingly on cue
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Understand to go potty outside *with less than three accidents in their first week transitioning home
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Comfortable navigating stairs and various different floor textures
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Will not "counter-surf" or "door-dart" within reasonable circumstances
Socialization
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Name- Puppy knows and responds to their name
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Comfortable with interactions with other dogs of various ages and sizes
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Comfortable being approached by and interacting with friendly human strangers
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Comfortable with dog-friendly public environments
Communication
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Understands feedback from handler through the following markers:
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"yes" - distinctive reward marker
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"good" - continuous reward marker
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"ay/uhuh" - Distinctive correction marker
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"no" - continuous corrective marker
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Understands system of rewards and corrections to reinforce correct behaviors
Leash Manners
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Comfortable with collars and harness being fitted and taken off
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Loose Leash Manners
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Understand "heel"
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Comfortable with short training walks and intense exercise walks up to one hour
Basic Manners
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Sit to "say Hello"/ polite greetings
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Understands "Off" to get off people, furniture, & etc
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Understands Rules of play: no teeth touch skin
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Understands "wait" to take food, treat, toy, etc
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Door Manners- will "wait" to cross doorways/ environmental thresholds
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Understands release commands: "break" position "take" items and "all done" to finish a training exercise
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Puppy understands "leave it" to disengage from any food, toys, people, other
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dogs, or any potentially distracting stimuli
Basic obedience
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"drop it" - will drop objects and moderately high value rewards on cue
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"come" - comes when called reliably from 20 ft away
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"sit" - will sit on cue from standing or "down" position
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"down" - will lay down from seated or standing position
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"stay"- will maintain position in any location on cue
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"place"/"go to place" - will go to, and maintain their prefered postion on raised bed or specific "place" on cue
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"touch" - will target their nose to handler's hand or objects
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"paw" - will target their paw to handler's hand or objects
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"kennel" - will enter kennel on cue willingly
Behavior
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Understands "take a breath"
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Will "settle" on cue
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Familiar with practicing default calming behavior
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No major signs of anxiety, fear, aggression, or behavior concerns as evaluated by our lead trainer
Ace the Doodle
Magic the Akita
Toast the Doodle
Puppies will need to have an adjustment period while they learn their new environment & people. This may take a few days up to a few weeks. Before you take your new puppy home you will be asked to schedule a session with our head trainer. This session is meant to assist you as your puppy assimilates into its new life with you and will include instructions and explanations on your puppy's schedule, nuances and routines. Please expect some transition issues with your puppy in the first few weeks as they are still young and will need some time to properly adjust. Please understand that we have built a solid training foundation for your puppy but training never really ends with any dog! They will need practice and reinforcement until at least 1 to 2 years of age. If your puppy has not met our expectations by the time their graduation date arrives, they will be kept in the training program free of charge until they have satisfied the expectation.