Dog Training Services
Jen's Gentle Dog Training, LLC believes that training should be an enjoyable and rewarding experience for both dog and owner. This is why Jennifer uses primarily positive training methods to encourage desired behaviors. Through gentle encouragement of appropriate behaviors and managing a dog's environment, we can keep more dogs in their loving homes and out of shelters. Check out the rescue dog discount below!
New Puppy Training and Setting up for success!
There is nothing quite as exciting as bringing home a new puppy! It is very important to remember, however, that these adorable little creatures need a lot of care and will very quickly grow into adults. These lessons are for new puppies 8weeks to 6 months old. New puppy sessions will help you prepare for the future by helping your puppy adjust to a new home and to build a great relationship right from the start!
Some of the skills you will learn are:
Proper crate training
Management and puppy proofing your home
Handling the early stages, puppy nipping, housebreaking, etc.
Socialization and preparing for the outside world
Basic obedience commands such as sit, down, and come.
Basic Obedience and Behavior Management
A well behaved dog makes for a peaceful home. These lessons are for dogs 6 months of age and older. Learning basic obedience skills such as sit, down, stay, and come will help build a better relationship with your dog. These skills are valuable in everyday life with your dog. Something as simple as a solid "Stay" can prevent dangerous situations such as your pet bolting out of an open door. Basic obedience skills are essential for every dog. Some topics covered in these sessions are:
The basics: Leash manners, sit, down, stay, etc.
Proper crate training
Recall, how to get your dog to come to you when called
Behavior management and socialization
Customized Lesson Plans
Have a specific training skill or concern you would like to address? No problem, we can customize a lesson plan for you! Feel free to email or call to discuss a plan that's right for you and your dog!
Prices
Initial Consultation
Cost for initial in-home consultation is $75.
Single Lesson
Pay as you go. The cost for a single lesson is $125. Lessons are done one on one with the trainer, dog, and owner. They typically last about 1 hour and can be done in the convenience of your own home. A small mileage fee may be added for any travel distance over 30 miles.
Training Packages
Training packages can be purchased on the first day of training. Each package is good for 4 training sessions. The price for a 4 session training package is $460. All training packages must be redeemed within 6 months of purchase date.
Packages available:
New Puppy Package
Level One (4 sessions)- covers social development, establishing routines, housebreaking, crate training, addressing common puppy problems, nipping, chewing, barking.
Level Two (4 sessions)- Builds on Level One skills while incorporating more socialization and basic obedience skills such as sit, stay, come, etc.
Basic Obedience Package
Level One (4 sessions)-Establishing routines, learning basic commands and behavior management skills.
Level Two- (4 sessions)-Builds on Level One skills while incorporating more advanced commands such as "Leave it." and "Drop it."
Rescue Dog Discount
As a thank you for saving a homeless pet, you can receive 20% off all dog training services when you provide proof of adoption from a rescue organization!