Puppy Training Programs
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Custom Private Lesson Programs Available!
Set your puppy up for success by giving them a solid foundation to build on!
An in-person consult at DeSoto City Park in DeSoto, IL, must be completed before training. Consult is $50. Price goes to the balance of your program if you sign up within 7 days of the consult.
Private Lesson Program
The Good Dog
Minimum age is 8 weeks old. Typical price range is $200-1,100. Price may vary.
Do you want to start your pup off on the right paw? This program is fully customized to meet your pup’s unique needs! We can address any behavior issue you can imagine, from crate and potty training or leash walking to bolting out doors, not responding when called, stealing food off the counter, and even behavior challenges related to fear, anxiety, or aggression.
In this program, we’ll teach you how to effectively train and communicate with your puppy. We’ll guide you through each step of the process and be there to answer any questions you have along the way. Each lesson lasts one hour and is typically scheduled on a weekly basis. Since the program is tailored to your specific needs, the total length will vary based on the issues we’re addressing and their severity.
This program is custom, and behaviors taught will vary.
potty training, crate training, loose leash walk, not stealing food, respecting children, human/dog aggression, resource guarding, heel, sit, down, place, come, drop, name recognition, door manners, not jumping, fear, anxiety, aggression, etc.
3, 6 or 9 lessons
3 lessons may include 2-3 commands/behaviors, 6 lessons may include 4-6 commands/behaviors and 9 lessons may include 6-8 commands/behaviors and may cover off leash, Ecollar or behavior issues
Training collar will be included
Lessons may be done at De Soto City Park or at your home
Board and Train Programs
The Polite Pooch
Minimum age is 6 months old. Price starts at $1,750
Are you often wondering why your puppy is kind of…. crazy? Do they pull on the leash, jump on all your guests or bolt out any open door? This is an excellent choice for those who want a good puppy around the house and want to enjoy walking them again.
Your pup will stay with us Monday-Friday and be home with you Friday-Sunday. Each Friday we will have a lesson to go over your pup’s progress and show you what to do over the weekend.
After 10 days, your pup will have a great foundation of good behavior. Two Private Lessons are included after your pup goes home to work out any kinks that may come up. One Refresher Lesson is also included. This lesson can be used at any point in your dog’s life to refresh their training.
Program Includes:
10 day board and train (on leash)
Loose leash walk, no jumping, door manners, leave it
Lessons on Fridays
Dog comes home on the weekend
1 go home lesson
2 private lessons
1 refresher lesson
Email/phone support in regard to the training included in the program
Treat pouch and training collar
The Courteous Canine
Minimum age is 6 months old. Price starts at $3,450
Do you have a hyper puppy who doesn’t listen or has the attention span of a goldfish? Do you wish you could take them in public without getting frustrated? Do you want to be able to take them to ball games, pet friendly stores, wineries/breweries, hiking, etc? This is for you!
Your pup will stay with us Monday-Friday and be home with you Friday-Sunday. Each Friday we will have a lesson to go over your pup’s progress and show you what to do over the weekend.
After this program, you will have the confidence that your pup will listen to you even in busy and distracting areas. You will no longer be embarrassed by your pup’s behavior.
Program Includes:
20 day board and train (on leash)
Loose leash walk, heel, no jumping, door manners, leave it, go to the crate, sit, down, name recognition and place. As well as respecting the space of people and how to behave in public
Lessons every Friday
Puppy comes home every weekend
1 go-home lesson
3 private lessons
2 refresher lessons
Priority scheduling
Lifetime Email/phone support
Treat pouch, training collar, training tab leash and place bed
The Ideal Companion
Minimum age is 6 months old. Price starts at $4,250
Are you wanting a puppy who you can do anything with? Ball games, wineries/breweries, restaurant patios, fairs, any dog friendly activity! On and off leash? If you’re anything like me, you want to be able to take your pup off leash hiking or to the lake to swim.
Your pup will stay with us Monday-Friday and be home with you Friday-Sunday. Each Friday we will have a lesson to go over your pup’s progress and show you what to do over the weekend.
This program will give you the Ideal Companion you’ve always wanted! A true go anywhere and do anything dog with the highest level of obedience and reliability. Who doesn’t want that?
Program Includes:
25 day board and train (on and off leash)
Loose leash walk, heel, no jumping, door manners, leave it, go to the crate, sit, down, name recognition, off leash recall and place. As well as respecting the space of people and how to behave in public
Lessons every Friday
Puppy comes home every weekend
1 go-home lesson
4 private lessons
Yearly refresher lessons
Priority scheduling
Lifetime Email/phone support
Treat pouch, training collar, training tab leash, Ecollar and place bed