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Training Options
I offer fun, effective and affordable training using only the most current, positive, dog-friendly methods.
Scroll down to see info on Private Lessons, Puppy Kindergarten, Advanced Puppy, Beginning Pet Manners, Intermediate Classes, & Canine Good Citizen Classes & Testing.
Private In-Home Lessons
Private lessons are available for dogs and puppies any age - start training the day you get them. And don’t hesitate! Old dogs really can learn new tricks (or break old habits). Dogs learn best in their home environment where distractions and stress will be less likely to interfere with training.
* Lessons can cover such topics as: House training, toys & games, dog communication, crate training, grooming, body handling, calming, leash training, confidence building, and food handling.
* Behavioral issues: destructive behavior, barking, digging, separation anxiety, aggression, fearfulness, and sibling rivalry.
* Basic commands: sit, down, stay, come, off, quiet, wait, drop it, leave it.
* Dog manners: food stealing, jumping up, chasing games (stealing your sock and running off with it), door & car manners, and acceptable attention seeking behaviors.
* Fun tricks: shake, roll-over, back it up, spin, bow, hula hoop jumping, and the “leave treat on the paw” trick.
* New Dog Selection: Thinking about getting a dog but you’re not sure which one will fit in best with your family. Selecting the right breed (or mixed breed) and personality of your new dog is a critical first step in creating a bond that will last a lifetime, so be sure you do it right.
(Also - learn what to look for in a reputable breeder, the problems you may face with “pet store” dogs, or how a shelter/rescue dog can be a wonderful addition to your family.)
Private lessons are held in your home, and I travel anywhere in the Salt Lake City and surrounding areas (includes Cottonwood Heights, Holladay, Sandy, Draper, West Jordan, West Valley, North and South Salt Lake, etc.). Lessons are available on weekday evenings and Saturdays to fit your schedule.
Rates: $60 per hour or $100 for a two-hour lesson.
Whether you would like a one-time lesson to discuss a specific issue, or you would like to explore on-going lessons, we can work out a great training plan for your dog today! Give me a call at (801) 885-3922 or email me at info@skyesdogtraining.com .
GROUP CLASSES
Puppy Kindergarten (Pups 9-16weeks)
Take advantage of this prime learning and development time and help your puppy to develop critical social skills and a love for learning.
This six-week course will cover: House & crate training, chewing, socialization, toys, sit, games, dog communication, come, biting, down, jumping, body handling, grooming, how dogs learn best, beginning leash training, stay, confidence building, lots of puppy playtime and more!!
Fee for course: $120 (1 hour classes, 6 week course)
Advanced Puppy (prerequisite Puppy Kindergarten)
Continue your pup’s education and learn more useful commands (and some fun tricks) with this short three week course.
This three-week course will cover: Drop it, leave it, wait, off, barking (teaching quiet), fun tricks, more leash & stay training and more socializing playtime.
Fee for course: $60 (1 hour classes, 3 week course)
Why should you attend Puppy Classes at Skye’s Dog Training?
* Everyone in the family will learn fun, positive and (most importantly) effective ways to shape your puppy's behavior.
* Class sizes are small (limited to only 4 puppies per class) so you get lots of one on one attention.
* Puppy playtime is well-supervised and safe for a positive learning experience for all pups.
* Puppy socialization is a key part in creating a stable & happy dog.
* The more training you do with your pup, the stronger bond you will form.
Puppy classes will be scheduled later this summer..
Want to start classes? Check out the schedule. Reserve your spot for class by giving me a call at (801) 885-3922 or send me an email at info@skyesdogtraining.com .
Beginning Pet Manners (dogs any age 12 weeks and up!)
It is never too soon or late to start building a great and bonding relationship with your dog through positive training.
This six-week course will cover: How dogs learn best, toys & games, dog communication, sit, barking (teaching quiet), come, down, mouthing, jumping up, leash training, off, stay, confidence building, leave it, drop it, getting your dog to pay attention to you without treats, fun tricks and more!!
Fee for course: $120 (1 hour classes, 6 week course)
Why should you attend Beginning Classes at Skye’s Dog Training?
* You will learn fun, positive and (most importantly) effective ways to shape your dog’s behavior.
* Class sizes are small (limited to only 3 or 4 dogs) so you get lots of one on one attention.
* Classes are family friendly – everyone is encouraged to participate!
* The more training you do with your dog, the stronger bond you will form.
* It is never too late to turn your dog into the dog of your dreams.
Beginning Pet Manners classes will be scheduled later this summer..
Want to start classes? Check out the schedule. Reserve your spot for class by giving me a call at (801) 885-3922 or send me an email at info@skyesdogtraining.com .
Indoor Intermediate Class (prerequisite Beginning Pet Manners or Puppy & Advanced Puppy Classes or equivalent)
Continue your dog’s education and have even more fun! Help your dog to learn to pay attention to you through difficult distractions. We will also learn some fun tricks like shake, roll-over, spin and more.
This two-week course will cover: distraction practice with sit, eye contact, down & stay, door & car manners (not bolting out an open door), the first steps to a perfect heel, and of course the tricks.
Fee for course: $40 (1 hour classes, 2 week course)
Indoor Intermediate classes will be scheduled this fall..
Outdoor Intermediate Class (prerequisite Indoor Intermediate Class )
Now the distractions really get interesting since this two-week course is held outside at a park! This is a follow-up class that builds on the skills learned in Indoor Intermediate class.
This course will cover: distraction practice with sit and eye contact, stay and come when called on 20 foot long lines, emergency recall (NOW!), advanced leave it (for moving items like cats, bikes, dogs) and the final steps to heel.
Fee for course: $40 (1 hour classes, 2 week course)
Outdoor Intermediate classes will be scheduled this fall..
Want to start classes? Check out the schedule. Reserve your spot for class by giving me a call at (801) 885-3922 or send me an email at info@skyesdogtraining.com .
Canine Good Citizen Class & Testing (prerequisite Beginning Pet Manners or Puppy Kindergarten or equivalent)
Get your dog Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certified! It is the first step in getting your dog ready to be a therapy dog (after basic training of course) and also great for any dog to show off their social skills and training.
Started in 1989, CGC is a certification program that is designed to reward dogs with recognition who have good manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. Please see the AKC website for more information at www.akc.org, search for CGC.
This five-week course will prepare you and your dog for taking the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test. We will have four weeks of instruction, training & practice. Then on week five the test will be given (optional). Even if you decide not to test, the class is still great for improving walking on leash skills, meeting strangers, grooming, and more.
If you feel your dog can already pass the CGC test without taking the class, you are welcome to attend the testing on week five for a $15 fee.
Fee for course: $100 (1 hour classes, 4 week course, testing week 5)
Canine Good Citizen classes will be scheduled this fall..
Want to start classes? Check out the schedule. Reserve your spot for class by giving me a call at (801) 885-3922 or send me an email at info@skyesdogtraining.com .
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