The staff at Canine University have decades of experience teaching people and dogs, in both a group class setting and one-on-one. We have been around since 1992, and while there are things we teach the same way we did when we started out, we have enough perspective to know dogs are living breathing individuals; and, that there can be a more effective or at least different approach to resolving the same issue. Our trainers seek out and attend continuing education programs year-round, and collaboratively share this to add to our collective knowledge base and- more importantly- offer you proven methods and current perspective on canine behavior. Whether it's dog or people aggression, housebreaking or hyperactivity, freestyle or agility, we'll help you develop an effective approiach to achieve realistic outcomes, and walk the path with you to achieve a dog you like living with!

We are always happy to discuss the particulars with you via phone or email to get a sense of how we can help. To get you started, this page is broken into two sections: private training packages, and Canine University's dog aggression protocol.

In order to best meet the needs of our clients Canine University offers private training packages to help you meet your goals and get the behaviors problems that you want to eliminate under control and gone forever. Life is too short to live with an out of control dog. Start working towards a happier, more stable and enjoyable relationship today.
Unless otherwise noted, single lessons are $100, or you can book a four-lesson package for $375. Daytime, evening and weekend appointments are available.

Feisty Fido
For dogs that are aggressive and reactive to other dogs and people. Learn how to get this problem under control so that you can enjoy your walks again. Learn some tools for teaching your dog more appropriate on leash manners around other dogs and better household manners around guests.

Wild Child
Do you have one of those dogs that is never tired and is always in trouble. Does he dig, bark, jump, chew and otherwise act like a canine hurricane on a rampage ? We can help you get control of your wild child and help you teach him basic manners for living civilly with humans. Teach your dog to sit politely for greeting, come when called, stop barking, mouthing and otherwise acting out of control around visitors and family members.

Scaredy Dog
Do you have a shy dog that came from a shelter, rescue or abusive situatioin ? Is it hard to walk your dog because she is afraid of everything ? Does your dog have issues with men, women, other dogs, children ? Is she afraid to be left alone ? We can help you and your dog learn to work together as a team, conquer her fears and learn to cope with the environment that you live in. With time and effort you can give your shy dog the confidence and help she needs to have a good life !!

Canine Delinquent
Have a teenage dog that is driving you a little nutty ? Not sure what to do about it ?
Canine University has helped hundreds of people teach their adolescent dogs polite manners. Whether it's coming when called, sitting instead of jumping, walking politely on leash, forgoing stealing off the counter or chewing up your best shoes every dog can be taught to behave in ways that are acceptable. Having the right tools to work with, getting the information and coaching you need is now affordable and convenient.

Canine Good Citizens Prep
Have you set a goal to make your dog a therapy dog ? There is nothing quite so satisfying as taking your dog to visit folks in nursing homes and hospitals . Many of these folks don't get any visitors and you are the highlight of their week a ray of sunshine in an otherwise dismal, lonely week. The canine good citizens test or variations of it are used to evaluate dogs for therapy dog programs. Many of the dogs that are accepted into these programs have passed the CGC and are reliable, calm and well mannered visitors to patients who desperately need the love they bring.

Therapy Dog Preparation
Individualized to meet the needs of your dog and the type of therapy work you wish to explore this intensive program will help you prepare your dog for just about any encounter he will have in his career as a therapy dog. Handler tips and tools will also be covered so that dog and handler become a team and can enjoy many years of visiting together. NOTE: available only as a four lesson training package.

The Perfect Dog
Don't have time to take a group class ? Prefer to have an individualized program put together to meet your personal goals and needs ? From basic manners like sitting instead of jumping on guests to walking politely on leash we can help you meet the goals you set for yourself and your dog. Want to be able to invite company to the house and have your dog be part of the festivities ? Want to be able to walk your dog off leash and have him come back reliably ? One on one coaching will help you meet these goals and more steering you toward a more rewarding relationship with your dog and making living together a much more joyful experience
4 lesson training package $375
6 lesson training package $575
8 lesson training package $750

Puppy Headstart / Puppy Kindergarten Package
We've combined our two best offerings at a savings to you. Get all the help you need to raise your pup to be a polite member of your family. The puppy headstart primer will get you started by covering topics such as nipping and biting, housebreaking, crate training, chewing, digging, jumping, walking on a leash and any other puppy issues. This a private one on one lesson that will give you the tools you need to start out on the right paw with your pup ! You can choose when to book this lesson and you have the option of doing it in the comfort of your own home or for a reduced rate at our training center.
The puppy kindergarten class is a 6 wk class designed to teach you how to train your puppy the basics of good manners including walking nicely on a leash, sit , down, leave it, come and stay. Each of the 6 classes meets once a week for 6 wks.
Puppy Headstart Primer is $100 at the training center, or $150 at your home.
Puppy Kindergarten is offered monthly at our training center ($160 per dog). If booked together-
Combo Puppy Headstart/ Puppy K : $245 / primer at the training center, or $285/ primer at your home

Canine University Dog Aggression Protocol

Much of the private training that we do is for dog to dog aggression issues that are effecting the owners enjoyment of their companion on walks and daily life. We can help you live more enjoyably with your dog but it will take a bit of time investment on your part to learn what you need to know to get your dog moving in the right direction. Our treatment protocol for owners of dogs with issues around other dogs consists of a one hour private consultation and three half hour coaching session. This can be one at our training center or at your home or other location. Prices are listed accordingly as well as a detailed description of what each meeting entails.

Initial Consultation lasting one hour
Take a good history, overview of what triggers the problem, the who, when, and where. History of the dogs social experience and detailed info from owner. Fact gathering questions as to how the issues were handled in the past, what training methods were used, training equipment, etc.

This session will include:
Leadership and Relationship building suggestions
Intro to clicker training/ the basics
Evaluation of equipment/suggestions
Teaching leave it
Teaching look at that
Management suggestions
Prevention
Threshold discussion/explanation
Emotional reflexive behavior vs. learned behavior
Goal setting
Desensitization

Three coaching sessions, one half-hour each:
Real life implementation of the core behaviors of leave it, look at that.
Problem solving for management alternatives
Teaching about thresholds and how to evaluate and alter them
Coaching on technique, timing and distraction evaluation
Introduce other equipment if necessary

Pricing:
1 hour Private Consultation: $100 @ training center, $150 @ your home
1/2 hour Coaching Session : $50 @ training center, $75 @ home or on location.
Time can be added at the rate of $35/per 1/2 increment.

Discounted Package Price- Initial 1-hour Consultation and three thirty minute coaching lessons: $240 @ training center, $360 @home or on location. Package price applies only if purchased during initial consultation.
Sessions can be booked at our training center according to the following schedule : Mon and Fri 4 or 5 pm, Mon, Tues, Wed evenings 8:30pm, Sat 10am-1pm, Sun noon-3pm. In home consultation times and days vary please call for details.

There is a $25 booking fee to hold a private training appointment. This can be reserved with a credit or debit card at the time the appointment is made and can be applied to the fee for the lesson. If 24 hour cancellation notice is given the booking fee will be refunded, if no notice is given no refunds will be given.

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