When you use our dog training methodology, you will quickly find that our dog training system
and programs are second to none. We will show you how to quickly and effectively get control
of your dog and resolve the unwanted behaviors that you are experiencing.
and programs are second to none. We will show you how to quickly and effectively get control
of your dog and resolve the unwanted behaviors that you are experiencing.
A Better Dog's Training System
Our Dog Training Programs Are Tailored To Your Dog
By the end of our first session, we will have a dog training
game plan in place that will work for you and your dog. We
will also discuss alternative methods in case your dog is
not responding to his training the way that we would like.
game plan in place that will work for you and your dog. We
will also discuss alternative methods in case your dog is
not responding to his training the way that we would like.
We'll also have a plan in place for how we move forward
with our communication about your dog training. You will
have clear expectations on when we will meet again and
how we will follow up with you. You never have to worry
about us leaving you hanging or wonder when you're
going to hear from us again.
with our communication about your dog training. You will
have clear expectations on when we will meet again and
how we will follow up with you. You never have to worry
about us leaving you hanging or wonder when you're
going to hear from us again.
All Of Our Training Is Done
In And Around Your Home
In And Around Your Home
Unless you are only interested in basic obedience commands,
group lessons are not as effective as in-home dog training. We
have found in the past that when conducting group lessons,
our dogs were more distracted, more stressed and less open
to learning than they are in the familiar surroundings of
their own home.
group lessons are not as effective as in-home dog training. We
have found in the past that when conducting group lessons,
our dogs were more distracted, more stressed and less open
to learning than they are in the familiar surroundings of
their own home.
Also, one difficult dog can ruin the class for
eveyone involved. They can drain the trainer's
attention and cause an environment where
none of the dogs are learning. We only train in
your home.
eveyone involved. They can drain the trainer's
attention and cause an environment where
none of the dogs are learning. We only train in
your home.
We Only Use Dog-Friendly,
Humane Training Methods
Humane Training Methods
We will never use physical pain, shock aversion or any negative physical stimulus to train your dog. Our dog training methods include positive reward and negative reward* operant conditioning, classical conditioning and counter-conditioning dog training processes.
If you've done a little research and tried a few things on your own,
you've probably realized that not every method of dog training works
for every dog. We'll spend the time that it takes to talk to you and
observe your dog so that we can tailor our dog training program to
work for both of you.
you've probably realized that not every method of dog training works
for every dog. We'll spend the time that it takes to talk to you and
observe your dog so that we can tailor our dog training program to
work for both of you.
* - Negative reward operant conditioning does not include physical punishment. A negative reward can include withholding of treats, turning your back, etc. It does not include stepping on paws, knee pops, leash hanging, slamming a dog's head in the door, banging a pan on the dog's kennel, etc...yes, some dog trainers do those things.
Our Dog Training Programs Include In-Home Sessions And
On-Going Support
On-Going Support
When you hire our Tempe dog trainers for your dog training needs, you will receive multiple in-home
dog training sessions and unlimited telephone and email support for the questions that come up between
sessions. Whether those questions are about a new behavior that has developed or if you just want to recap
something that we discussed in a previous session, you can call us any time, as often as needed. We work
weekends and evenings so you never need to worry about whether or not it is a good time. We encourage
you to pick up the phone.
dog training sessions and unlimited telephone and email support for the questions that come up between
sessions. Whether those questions are about a new behavior that has developed or if you just want to recap
something that we discussed in a previous session, you can call us any time, as often as needed. We work
weekends and evenings so you never need to worry about whether or not it is a good time. We encourage
you to pick up the phone.
A lot of people ask "what do you mean by multiple sessions?". We do not limit you on the number of sessions
that we will provide. But, we also do not force you to schedule sessions that you don't need. Our program is very fluid and the progress we make will depend upon how well your dog takes to the training and how consistently we work with them. The important thing to know is that you will never call us and hear us say that you have used all of your allotted sessions - you will get as many dog training sessions as needed.
that we will provide. But, we also do not force you to schedule sessions that you don't need. Our program is very fluid and the progress we make will depend upon how well your dog takes to the training and how consistently we work with them. The important thing to know is that you will never call us and hear us say that you have used all of your allotted sessions - you will get as many dog training sessions as needed.
You Will Always Have The Same Dog Trainer
We don't juggle you between dog trainers. Your dog trainer will always be the same person you've worked
with in the past.
with in the past.
We Never Charge Travel Fees Or Additional Session Costs
We will spend the time needed with you to discuss and evaluate your dog so that we can determine a fair
dog training cost. Once we quote you a price, you can rest assured that it is the only cost you will ever
incur with us.
dog training cost. Once we quote you a price, you can rest assured that it is the only cost you will ever
incur with us.
We Will Always Be Fully Truthful And We Will Give Honest Advice
Any dog trainer that tells you that every dog can be trained or rehabilitated, is a dog trainer that you should
question. As much as we hate to admit it, there are some dogs that are better off being re-homed or
euthanized. If we can't help you with
your dog, we will tell you up
front. Also, if your dog is a
"project dog", we will tell you
that and we will explain the
effort that is going to be
involved in controlling or
fixing your dog's behavior.
question. As much as we hate to admit it, there are some dogs that are better off being re-homed or
euthanized. If we can't help you with
your dog, we will tell you up
front. Also, if your dog is a
"project dog", we will tell you
that and we will explain the
effort that is going to be
involved in controlling or
fixing your dog's behavior.
We like to think that
we can help any dog and
owner, but the hard truth
is that it's not always true.
If we don't believe that we
can help you with your dog,
we will not take your money.
If we have contracted with you
for your dog training and we
realize, when working with the
dog, that we cannot help you,
we will refund your money. The
last thing we want is to pocket
your money and then walk away without
producing any results. We understand that that's
no way to conduct a business and that a business
won't be around very long if you run it that way.
we can help any dog and
owner, but the hard truth
is that it's not always true.
If we don't believe that we
can help you with your dog,
we will not take your money.
If we have contracted with you
for your dog training and we
realize, when working with the
dog, that we cannot help you,
we will refund your money. The
last thing we want is to pocket
your money and then walk away without
producing any results. We understand that that's
no way to conduct a business and that a business
won't be around very long if you run it that way.
A Better Puppy Program
Our puppy training program tackles all of the issues that you will need to address to raise your puppy into
a healthy, well-adjusted dog.
a healthy, well-adjusted dog.
We'll help you with every issue from housebreaking to socialization to establishing yourself as your puppy's leader. Our "A Better Puppy" program is a comprehensive course designed to take you and your puppy from the beginning stages of their development all the way into adulthood.
Our program is also designed to help you use their early development as a time to establish a strong bond
between you and your dog. Starting them off with a solid training program is the best and most effective
way of avoiding behavioral problems in their future.
between you and your dog. Starting them off with a solid training program is the best and most effective
way of avoiding behavioral problems in their future.
Obedience Training For Your Dog
Everyone knows the dog that sits and looks quizzically at their owner as the owner throws correction or
obedience commands at them. They will be happy to work for food or if they are in the right mood.
obedience commands at them. They will be happy to work for food or if they are in the right mood.
This isn't the owner that we want you to be with your dog. We will teach you how to become the leader of
your pack in your dog's eyes. Once you have established yourself in that position, your dog will become
much more responsive to you and to the commands that you are giving them.
your pack in your dog's eyes. Once you have established yourself in that position, your dog will become
much more responsive to you and to the commands that you are giving them.
Obedience and correction commands are the foundation for having a dog that is in your control. We will
teach you the proper techniques for addressing and instructing your dog so that your dog is always
responsive to your behavioral cues, even under distraction. A dog that is responsive to you is a dog that you
can be proud of and count on every day.
teach you the proper techniques for addressing and instructing your dog so that your dog is always
responsive to your behavioral cues, even under distraction. A dog that is responsive to you is a dog that you
can be proud of and count on every day.
Correction Training
When correcting your dog, the keys are to set yourself up for success and to teach while correcting.
When your dog shows an unacceptable behavior or makes a
bad decision, you shouldn't look at it as a negative thing. It's
an opportunity to help them learn.
bad decision, you shouldn't look at it as a negative thing. It's
an opportunity to help them learn.
With our programs, we show you how to
use body language, stature and tone
and inflection of voice to help
your dog understand how to
give us the proper behavior.
They should be looking to you
for their cues on how to behave.
use body language, stature and tone
and inflection of voice to help
your dog understand how to
give us the proper behavior.
They should be looking to you
for their cues on how to behave.
Behavioral Problems
Excessive barking, aggression, dominance,
biting, jumping, resource guarding, digging,
leash manners, separation anxiety,
destruction, housebreaking,
and the list goes on...
biting, jumping, resource guarding, digging,
leash manners, separation anxiety,
destruction, housebreaking,
and the list goes on...
Using our methodology, you will quickly and effectively gain control
over your dog's poor behaviors and turn your dog into the friend
and companion that you wanted. Many of their unwanted
behaviors can even be fixed in just one session.
We'll show you how.
over your dog's poor behaviors and turn your dog into the friend
and companion that you wanted. Many of their unwanted
behaviors can even be fixed in just one session.
We'll show you how.
Your dog's behavioral problems can turn who you thought was going
to be your new best friend into an unwelcome guest in your otherwise
happy home. Don't let a few behavioral problems lead you to giving up
on your doggy dream. You wouldn't trade in your car because of a flat
tire or a cracked windshield.
Your dog can be helped and we can show you how.
to be your new best friend into an unwelcome guest in your otherwise
happy home. Don't let a few behavioral problems lead you to giving up
on your doggy dream. You wouldn't trade in your car because of a flat
tire or a cracked windshield.
Your dog can be helped and we can show you how.
"Steve, I wanted to send you a
quick message to say thank you
and let you know that we are
thrilled with the progress we
are seeing in Bello in the few
days since we first met with
you! We have seen a marked
decrease in his barking
and, though we'd be thrilled
enough with that, he has
also responded well to our
establishment of pack
structure. We have been very
successful with our training
sessions each day. He already
has the "sit-down-stay"
command with 15+ feet and
holding for over 30 seconds. We
started working today on the
"stay" while out-of-sight
command and he did better
than I anticipated! We had a
house full of company last night
and everyone remarked on how
calm Bello was and how well
behaved! Most of the time he
sits just by putting our finger up
- such a nice little party "trick" :).
He also "sit-stayed" while our
front door was open and our
guests left - a major change
from his prior behavior!
Thanks again and we'll be in
touch once we've mastered
the initial skills you taught us.
quick message to say thank you
and let you know that we are
thrilled with the progress we
are seeing in Bello in the few
days since we first met with
you! We have seen a marked
decrease in his barking
and, though we'd be thrilled
enough with that, he has
also responded well to our
establishment of pack
structure. We have been very
successful with our training
sessions each day. He already
has the "sit-down-stay"
command with 15+ feet and
holding for over 30 seconds. We
started working today on the
"stay" while out-of-sight
command and he did better
than I anticipated! We had a
house full of company last night
and everyone remarked on how
calm Bello was and how well
behaved! Most of the time he
sits just by putting our finger up
- such a nice little party "trick" :).
He also "sit-stayed" while our
front door was open and our
guests left - a major change
from his prior behavior!
Thanks again and we'll be in
touch once we've mastered
the initial skills you taught us.
Kami, Jeff & Bello
Laveen .. Arizona
Laveen .. Arizona
The leadership methods that
you showed me are working
already. Holly is submitting and
Boojum and Joops are sending
me thank you vibes. I think this
will also help bring my cat Gu
back into the mix. Hopefully Gu
will soon realize that Holly is not
in control and my kitty can come
around more. Once she is again
milling about with the pack, then
I can correct Holly whenever
she goes into cat attack or
pursuit mode. While working
the techniques that we
discussed will take some
getting used to, I am willing to
put in the time. THANKS!"
you showed me are working
already. Holly is submitting and
Boojum and Joops are sending
me thank you vibes. I think this
will also help bring my cat Gu
back into the mix. Hopefully Gu
will soon realize that Holly is not
in control and my kitty can come
around more. Once she is again
milling about with the pack, then
I can correct Holly whenever
she goes into cat attack or
pursuit mode. While working
the techniques that we
discussed will take some
getting used to, I am willing to
put in the time. THANKS!"
"You would not believe the
peace and tranquility and JOY
and RESPECT around my house
after only a few days of
consistent and persistent
training and correction.
Boojum is no longer yelling at
me, Joops is about the same
(just a silly boy eager to please),
and Holly is much calmer and
more focused. It appears that I
am becoming recognized as
leader of this cowdog pack!!!
peace and tranquility and JOY
and RESPECT around my house
after only a few days of
consistent and persistent
training and correction.
Boojum is no longer yelling at
me, Joops is about the same
(just a silly boy eager to please),
and Holly is much calmer and
more focused. It appears that I
am becoming recognized as
leader of this cowdog pack!!!
Kathleen, Boojum, Joopiter
Holly & Gu the cat
Ahwatukee .. Arizona
Holly & Gu the cat
Ahwatukee .. Arizona
Second Email
"The pleasure was all ours.
You have made a tremendous
difference in our home. We had
a loving, but unruly, dog before
we met you. Moose is now truly
a fantastic member of our family
(pack) and Tracy has taken to
him like I never thought
imaginable. She was sick of his
poor behavior and now she
spends a ton of time with him.
We are working hard at using
the right commands and WE
are coming along good. Moose
is behaving very well and has
taken us as leaders without any
argument at all. Thanks to your
teachings, we are better
owners and appreciate our
Moose more than we could
have ever thought possible.
Thank you! And we look forward
to seeing you whenever you
may be in the area with other
clients. And we'll be in touch
along the way to keep you
apprised of Moose's progress.
With our warmest appreciation,
THANK YOU!"
You have made a tremendous
difference in our home. We had
a loving, but unruly, dog before
we met you. Moose is now truly
a fantastic member of our family
(pack) and Tracy has taken to
him like I never thought
imaginable. She was sick of his
poor behavior and now she
spends a ton of time with him.
We are working hard at using
the right commands and WE
are coming along good. Moose
is behaving very well and has
taken us as leaders without any
argument at all. Thanks to your
teachings, we are better
owners and appreciate our
Moose more than we could
have ever thought possible.
Thank you! And we look forward
to seeing you whenever you
may be in the area with other
clients. And we'll be in touch
along the way to keep you
apprised of Moose's progress.
With our warmest appreciation,
THANK YOU!"
Neil, Tracy & Moose
Queen Creek .. Arizona
Queen Creek .. Arizona