Start off on the right Paw
with your new best friend
Pre-Pup (or Dog) Counseling
Does your dog need to go back to school?
getting it right, right from the beginning
What You’ll Learn
Most dogs need a manners refresher from time to time.
Even adult dogs who thoroughly learned their puppy manners like this Dalmatian can need a brush up from time to time. During our free 20-minute get started consultation we’ll decide which 3 - 4 manners you need to work on, such as:
Coming when called
Greeting peoiple without jumping
Polite leash walking
Leaving things alone in the house
When you’re ready to begin you’ll schedule four weekly, in-person private training sessions in your home.
This program is $130/session. (There may be a small travel charge for clients outside my service area.)
Please note, this program is not designed for dogs with fearful or aggressive behaviors.
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Pre-Pup and Dog Counseling will help you bring home your new canine companion with confidence, setting up you and your buddy for a lifetime of success.
YOU MAY BE WONDERING...
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our lives have a way of changing over time, and a dog who fit perfectly into your lifestyle a decade ago may be quite different from the most appropriate canine companion for you now.
For instance, I often work with people who have always had large dogs but who now no longer have the physical ability to manage a large dog on leash.
This session will bring all that to light in a nonjudgmental way and while dogs are all individuals, you want to bring home a joy, not a frustration.
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We’ll meet and discuss how a new canine companion will fit into your life, setting realistic expectations from the start!
We’ll also tour your home (either in person or online) to check out how we can set up house-training, chew training, and alone time training for success.
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While selecting a dog is something you will do, when we meet we’ll dig into your daily routine, exercise, and household setup and what a dog’s daily routine, exercise, and household needs might be.
I can help you “decode” breed descriptions and understand how, for instance, a dog breed who is described as “aloof” may find it a challenge to accept strangers in the home.
For instance, many people get a dog thinking it will help them go out for walks. While that often does work, we need to consider the dog’s energy requirements and ensure they match yours!
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While all dogs are individuals, we’ll discuss what type of canine temperament is likely to be the best possible match for your family.
A lot depends on your children’s age and previous experience with dogs, which we will talk about!
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If your dog has been home a month or less, we can meet to see how things are going and discuss exercise, enrichment, managing for a safe environment, and any behavior issues.
If you’d like to do manners training, I will send along a training proposal after we meet, customized to your needs.
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You’ll have a solid foundation to get started, and I’m always available for quick follow-up questions or additional training sessions if needed.
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TRAINING THAT BUILDS TRUST
My Approach
I believe in training methods that build trust, not fear. My approach is force-free and rewards-based, which means your dog will learn through positive reinforcement, making training a fun and engaging experience for both of you.
With my one-on-one coaching, you’ll get personalized guidance tailored to your puppy’s unique personality and your family’s needs. I’ll help you every step of the way, from mastering basic manners to solving common puppy challenges.
Together, we’ll create a customized training plan that breaks everything down into manageable steps, so your dog feels confident and successful at every stage. We’ll create a loving, structured environment where your dog can thrive.