Foundation Training
Basic obedience - Foundation training Programs
The basics obedience training which we consider to be the foundation is where all training begins. We understand that frustrated dogs can develop problematic behaviors. It is through the foundation and obedience training that we begin to eliminate these behaviors as we create rules and set structure by establishing consistency with the family.
Basic obedience – Foundation Training
- Teaches Basic Skills
- Provides understanding of rules and environment
- Provides clear communication
- Builds confidence
- Adds structure
- Reduces onset of problematic behaviors
Dogs 4 Life in-home basic obedience – Foundation training focuses on a whole dog approach based on the health, physical traits, temperament, breed qualities, and mental ability of each individual dog. We also include dietary changes and herbal remedies, if needed, that will support our program and will aid in your dog’s training.
In Home Foundation Training Program Testimonials.
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Each program is customized and tailored based upon the family training need, offers flexible scheduling, affordable rates, with a professional trainer.
In home programs include but are not limited to Puppy, Foundation, Emotional Support, and Therapy , Manners | Distraction | Leash walking, and some Behavior Modification Training maybe suitable based upon individual circumstances. We also offer Canine Good Citizen and Task Work Training for service dogs.
We do not train medical alert dogs or PTSD.
We service: St. Charles IL, Batavia IL, Geneva IL, North Aurora IL, Aurora IL, Oswego IL, Montgomery IL, Sugar Grove IL, Naperville IL, West Chicago IL, Wayne IL, Bartlett IL, South Elgin, Downer Grove IL, Wheaton IL, Glen Ellyn IL, Lyle IL
Dog training can be simple yet complex when working with dogs, behavior, and people. We require a free phone consultation with each potential client to ensure that we have the information needed to properly assess your training needs. By assigning and to reviewing your goals allows us to recommend a program that best fits your family’s needs.
Our program fees are discounted from our regular hourly rate and have expiration dates with a no refund policy. If you feel that you do not want to commit to a program or that you will not be able to complete a program within the allotted time, you can opt for session per sessions at our regular hourly rates.
We allow (1) same day cancellation without charge. Otherwise anything less than 24 hours is chargeable .
3 Hour Programs expire after 5 weeks.
5 hour programs expire after 8 weeks.
7 hour programs expire after 12 weeks.
Potty Camp Program (10 days ) is for puppies 8-16 weeks. This program is designed to help with create training, potty training, creating schedule and routine, socialization and basic commands
Good Start Puppy Program (12 days) is for puppies 4 months – 8 months. This program is designed for individuals that would like to get their puppy off to a great start. This program is designed to help with create training, potty training, leash walking, meet and greets and basic command.
Adult Training Program For dogs over 8 months. This program is designed to cover the basic commands, develop manners, and community training. Our focus is to provide a well rounded family dog that can be included in every family activity.
The ideal time to begin training is around 7 to 8 weeks for most puppies, and the most effective training involves positive reinforcement and gentle commands. This is also the age to begin socializing your puppy to new people and new species, allowing them to explore and have new experiences.
Training an older dog is totally possible, and in some cases might even be easier than training a puppy. Dogs are lifelong learners, and generally speaking they love to please their owners and receive attention. You can leverage these characteristics to train any dog, no matter their age or training background.