Why you need a well-trained pet?
An untrained dog can be a real nuisance. He can be a hazard to himself, his owner, other people and other animals. Having an undisciplined pet can result in:
1. Visitors no longer wanting to visit you for fear of being jumped on or covered with hair and slobber.
2. Injury to you at home or on walks due to your dog's barging into you, pulling you along, or being aggressive.
3. Injury to someone else caused by your unleashed dog ignoring your recall commands, attacking or chasing others, or by the dog running into the street being hurt or killed by a car.
4. Legal action against you for damage caused by your dog.
5. Damage to your home.
6. Stress for you as well as for your dog.
My philosophy regarding dog training is simple. My ultimate goal is to have you end up with a happy, obedient, well-rounded dog that is a valued addition to your family.
Why One on One training?
I customize each and every session to fit your lifestyle, your pets personality, and your needs.
I teach you on why dogs do what they do, how they interact with humans, other dogs, other pets, and also how dogs view the world. Why? Well, it's like learning a different language. Once we understand their language we can then better communicate with them. Thus, a happier home.
I believe in teaching dogs with praise, not fear or pain.
Dogs want to please us. They just need to be taught how.
I use one method at a time. What this means is that in slowly progressing through a step-by-step process the dog can and will learn by praise and reward.
Setting boundaries and keeping them clear and consistent is extremely important.
I do not use pinch/prong collars or any shocking devices. I consider them inhumane and unnecessary. There are many other options that work much better, safer and quicker.
I do not use any form of abuse when training and I will not work with people who abuse their dogs!
FAQs
What type of training methods are used? I use simple gentle training by reward and praise, hand signals, voice command and gentle physical handling. Pet Parents are educated in all aspects of pet care, pet handling, do's and don'ts, understanding dog body language, why dogs do what they do, pet health, nutrition, safety, behavior and liability issues. I do not use any harsh accessories or tools in training. I may use a gentle leader or harness. Clicker training available.
Is dog training necessary? Yes! Dogs are like kids. They need to know right from wrong, what is acceptable, manners, and behaving in a civilized manner. Basically, it's the pet parents that are being trained and then teaching their dogs what they need to know and how their dog should behave.
Where do we meet? Private training sessions are held in the comfort of your home where training takes place in a familiar environment. No disruptions so more is accomplished with all your questions answered and understood.
What kind of training does my dog or puppy need?Their is puppy basic command training, puppy socialization, potty/house breaking, crate training, puppy house proofing, jumping, biting & chewing, walk on and off leash, recall training, advance command training and behavior training.
How many sessions? 4-6 sessions including orientation (assuming that you do your assigned homework).
How long is each session? 45-60 minutes. Sessions longer than this time frame will reflect an additional fee. The initial orientation session may take longer. During orientation we will get to know your dog's personality, your lifestyle and find out what you want to accomplish in training. I will also go over some general information about how dogs communicate and tackle some behavior problems. I will write down your personalized homework and leave it with you for you to work on. Then we will talk about whether or not you need more sessions.
How often do we meet? Once a week for 4-6 weeks. That way you have a whole week to work on your homework.
What area do you cover? I cover most surrounding towns with in Jo Daviess County from Elizabeth, IL.
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Puppy Program: Age 8 weeks - 5 months:
Get started on the right paw with your puppy with fun and informative techniques. Learn how to effectively communicate with your puppy and begin building a lifelong relationship. Private lessons include socialization with people and other dogs, problem prevention, introduction to obedience and behavior solutions. Cost $150 for 4-6 weeks.
Basic Obedience & Manners:
Learn how to effectively communicate with your dog what is expected of him through obedience training. I use reward based motivational training to help you bring out the best in your new best friend. Lessons include practical exercises such as come back when called, walk on loose leash, sit-stay, down-stay, place (boundary-stay), and behavior solutions. Cost $175 for 4-6 weeks.
Intermediate Obedience:
After a solid foundation in Basic Obedience we move on to more complex exercises including off-leash and real life scenarios. Prerequisite of Basic Obedience & Manners. Cost $150 for 4-6 weeks.
Fees: Service call fee applies and outside travel area fee extra. All fees may change without notice due to gas price.
Contact: Kris at 815-858-9830 or e-mail: kris@elitepetsitting.net
