Training
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Train In Confidence, Optimism and Trust For A Better Relationship
In-Home Training Sessions
$135
Help Me Potty Train My Dog! Complete Coaching Session
Deep dive into the intricacies of potty training with this in-home training session. Your trainer will visit for 90 minutes to help advise you on the best practices for managing your situation. Afterwards, you will receive 30-day online access to our potty training material to review and put into practice everything you have learned from the visit.
$135
$105
Introductory On-Site Dog Training Session
Come to our center to learn about our process, outline a working action plan and go over helpful hints for a particular issue with this 90 minute session. Ask your trainer anything to help you decide how you want to proceed with your training.
$105
$130
Introductory In-Home Dog Training Session
Have a trainer come to your home to discuss with your our process, outline a working action plan and go over helpful hints for a particular issue with this 90 minute session. Ask your trainer anything to help you decide how you want to proceed with your training.
$130
$85
Consult + Problem Solving Via Video Coaching
Get the majority of the benefits of an introductory In-Home Dog Training Session in a 60-minute remote coaching session. Compatible with potty training and behavioral issues not specifically related to anxiety. (Additional videoconfencing training sessions are available as needed)
$85
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Private One-on-One Dog Training Packages
Get your dog on the right track by teaching cues in familiar, low-distraction environments to enhance concentration and minimize stress. Choose amongst our 4 & 7-session packages.
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$130
Cat Behavioral Consultation
We now offer consultation sessions for people who want to know how our behavioral modification system can help with their most pressing feline issues. Learn about our process and outline a working action plan with this hour-long session.
$130
$95
In-Home Cat Behavioral Management Session
Restore order and balance to your human-cat relationship with these one-on-one sessions. Your trainer will teach you and your cat the most relevant skills and closely monitor your progress. Customers are eligible to schedule these sessions after a consultation with our trainers.
$95
Discounts available for training additional family pets. Ask us for details.
Using a carefully executed rewards-based system, our trainers work to find solutions to common pet behavioral issues. Our methods rely on balancing management with replacement behaviors to help your pets make appropriate life choices.
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Group Class Training Class Series
Train for reliability in public with a group training series! We have a program for any dog of any age!
If you are a first time WW&Co. participant, you will receive an initial evaluation before starting your program to determine your dog's temperament and distraction readiness.
$195
Curious Pupper AKC STAR Puppy
This group class series, designed from the components of the STAR Puppy Test, aims to help our puppies get a positive social experience in a safe environment. It’s a great way to help strengthen pups’ bonds with their pet parents. Appropriate for dogs 2.5 to 6 months of age.
$195
$195
Curious Woofer All Around Basic Obedience
This package is made for our older pups and adult dogs needing help with the most common behavior issues pet parents encounter. Start with a 45 minute 1-on-1 prep session, then move to a group series of 5 60-minute weekly classes for social support. Appropriate for dogs 6 months and older.
$195
Discounts Available For Additional Pet. Contact Us For Details.
Curious Pupper AKC STAR Puppy Series Topics
Session One
Engage in a pet parent’s round table discussion on experiences and care of puppies. Get an introduction to clicker training and precision marking of behavior.
Session Two
Understand what proper socialization looks like and get practice with various forms of desensitization.
Session Three
Work on focus and improving recall (the come command).
Session Four
Develop and proof your puppy’s cues for touch target, sit, down, stand.
Session Five
Teach the all important cues that encourage your puppy’s proper use of their mouth. Cues include take it, drop it, leave it (the fun way).
Session Six
Learn all about leash walking basics to make your walks safe and enjoyable.
Session Seven
Continue practicing leash walking here, and review cue basics with leave it. We’ll be performing a test run for AKC STAR testing.
Session Eight
We will use this day to complete AKC STAR Testing. This will also be “Game Day” for the pups and their parents.
Curious Woofer All Around Basic Obedience Group Class Topics
Walk This Way
This session works you through the ergonimics of loose leash walking and applies those skills to carefully set up walking runs.
Chew On This
This session goes over the prevention and management of biting and mouth-related destruction. Learn how to develop solid leave its and drop its for everyone's safety.
All Four On The Floor - A Jumping & Settling Clinic
This session teaches you how to build a "settle" using crates and platforms while offering tips on how to handle jumps of any types in progress.
Come and Squash the Great Escape
This session discusses why your dog may choose to run and provides exercises and games to gradually build your dog's responsiveness to your calls in various situations.
That’s So Yesterday - A Desensitization Class
This session gives additional practice with working on basic commands in more complex settings.
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Advanced Programs
Special Group Classes
$150
Canine Good Citizen Boot Camp Series (4 classes)
For pet parents looking into canine public service, this series gives you the start you need. This program consists of 3 prep classes plus a 4th session to perform the 10-item test designed by the AKC. Upon successful completion, you can apply for an official AKC CGC certificate for proof of testing. Interested parties will receive an evaluation before enrollment. Basic CGC, Urban CGC and Community Canine CGC available based on demand.
$150
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$35
Standalone AKC Canine Good Citizen Test
$35
$185
AKC Fit Dog Club (6 classes)
Any healthy dog looking to burn off extra calories and/or energy can attend this six-week course. Each session will start with a mental warm-up, transition into a 20-minute block of physical activities, then slide into trainer-approved stretches for a cooldown. Completion of a training course with us is strongly recommended. Every participant who completes the program will receive an AKC certificate at the conclusion of the series.
$185
$235
AKC Trick Dog Class Series 1,2 or 3 (8 classes)
Anyone wanting to take their handler-dog relationship to the next level in style must consider taking this course. This program is actually divided into five levels of difficulty. However, levels 1-3 are suitable for group training and performances. Completion of a basic training plan is strongly recommended. Each dog will receive a certificate upon successful completion of an AKC-designed exit test. Available based on demand.
$235
$35
Standalone AKC Trick Dog Evaluation
$35
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Behavior & Wellness Workshops
We now offer workshops to enhance your training beyond the training area. Your instructor will lead discussions and provide demonstrations specific to the theme of the workshop. For certain classes, you may practice on site with your dog what we teach. (Email us ahead of time at info@wholisticwoofers.com if you wish to bring your pet to a workshop.)
$85
Low-Stress Handling For Exams & Grooms (Desensitization Workshop)
Learn how to boost your pet's calm and confidence during stressful procedures with this 2-day workshop. Get the breakdown on desensitizing your pet to sensations experienced during appointments. Pet-human teams afterwards can practice on-site what they learn, while those choosing to come minus pet can watch. Each workshop day lasts 2 hours.
$85
$45
Food Matters: Feeding Your Way To A Better Behaved Pet (Humans Only)
Find out how your choices in your pet's diet can affect your pet's overall behavior. Learn the science behind the gut-brain-behavior connection and how common food preparation methods compare in their influence on that connection. Tips on improving or changing your pet's existing diet will be discussed.
$45
$30
Training Right with Training Games
Make pet training fun and relevant with training games! We’ll pick two games out of the stack and show you how they can improve commands you are already training your pet. Pets are encouraged to join.
$30
$30
Safety Games For Humans & Pets
Learn how to get your pet and people greeting each other without drama. We will discuss the dos and don'ts about interactions and follow up with some demonstrations of proper greetings. This workshop is for anyone but is especially geared towards children. Pets are welcome to join.
$30
$30
Where Are the Cookies?
This session gives you our secrets behind weaning your dog off his or her high valued treats. Then see how far you can go without your treats with a variety of commands. Those particularly interested in working towards our Canine Good Citizen Program will want to attend this session.
$30