Training for Dogs in Need of Homes
SUPPORT FOR RESCUE COMMUNITIES and beyond
We provide, free of charge, consultations and follow-up lessons for fosters and dog rescue workers.
These sessions include an open invitation to others in the rescue community to observe and learn. This enables us to spread the wealth of knowledge efficiently.
Participation is in person or virtual. Most training sessions are recorded, and an online library with recorded modules is available for reference to those who join our rescue network.
A CPDT or CBCC is available for guidance.
Our services include: housebreaking; basic manners; separation anxiety; on-leash reactivity; dog-dog aggression; dog-people aggression; loose leash walking; service dog training; multiple-dog households; nose work; resource guarding; issues related to fear; enrichment including K9 Nose Work®.
Have questions? Contact us.
In-Person and Virtual Training for Fosters and Rescue Groups
Initial Consultation: We start with a consultation. We meet your dog (in person or remotely), set goals, review the dog’s history and learn about the daily factors that will influence our plan. 1/2 to 2/3 of the consultation covers the above and then we begin with action steps.
You receive a document summarizing our session and links to reference videos.
The 90-minute to 2-hour consultation is a free service to fosters and rescue groups.
Follow-up Sessions: Many fosters require follow-up coaching as questions arise and progress ensues. These are delivered in-person or remotely and are supplemented with our multi-media reference library.
Free of charge: These services are free to the rescue community. This is only possible through grants and donations. We also rely on volunteers to share time, unique skills and venues for our events.
Workshops and Work Swaps
We organize group events and one-on-one match ups to reach our common goals of bettering lives. These services are offered on a donation-only basis. To get on a list for participation, please contact us.
For a description of each of the below projects, click here.
These projects include:
Day care, boarding and dog walking match-ups
Canine separation anxiety training assistance
Puppy socialization playgroups
Trainer-assisted dog play
This French Bulldog picture strategically breaks up the list, to make it more enjoyable to read
Aggressive or reactive dog training set-ups
Trainer mentor-ship
Service task-specific workshops
The above projects require participants eager to receive the knowledge, as well as enthusiastic assistants, finances and locations. We are gradually gaining momentum!