ADULT DOG DEVELOPMENT

NOT JUST OBEDIENCE TRAINING

Many adult dogs missed out on fully developing their good manners and behavior. Sometimes they just need a little refresher. Whether your dog has completed puppy training or is new to training all together, we positively-reinforced socialization, desensitization, bite inhibition, bathroom skills and GOOD MANNERS with traditional training like “sit” and “come.” We do all of this in a custom-designed learning center. This 1,200 sq. ft classroom connects with a beautiful play yard full of dog-friendly obstacles to provide your furry companion with the perfect environment to learn and grow, all while having FUN!

WAY MORE THAN

OBEDIENCE TRAINING

ADULT DOG DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

The Basics Module

We start our Adult Dog Development Program with a five-day foundation-setting module. This is good for any dog 24 weeks (6 months) or older, regardless if they have completed puppy training. During these five days, your dog will

meet new friends – both canine and human, and learn how to play and interact appropriately with them
face “small challenges” to desensitize him/her to scary new things and experiences,
understand that biting hurts,
generalize the instinct to use the bathroom in an appropriate place,
discover the basis for good manners – “pay attention” and “four on the floor,” and
be introduced to the fundamental obedience skills for a companion dog
(sit, down, come, take it/leave it/drop it)

Adult Dog Development Play Days

After your dog completes The Basics Module, he/she can continue his/her learning path with Adult Dog Development Play Days. Your dog can return on any schedule to play with other dogs. Whether five days or one day a week, he/she will enjoy days full of growth experiences and fun!

ENROLL YOUR DOG

Some of the things your dog will experience during Adult Dog Development Play Days are

Reminders and reinforcement of everything learned during The Basics Module

Extended socialization to include appropriate adult dogs and new people (maybe even a field trip to Lowe’s or Home Depot to meet interesting people!)
Increased “small challenges” for a calm, courageous approach to life
Enriching off-leash play
“More than four on the floor” to strengthen good manners and
Additional obedience skills for a companion dog (recall (come), well-mannered leash walking, wait, let’s go.