Sign Up With A+ Dog Training

Sign Up With A+ Dog Training

You’ve taken your dog to an obedience school.  Your dog can master all commands and focus on you – but only when you have a treat.  Here are a few questions we’re asked during a consultation: How do I get my dog to pay attention to me at the park? How long must I keep

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No Group Class Necessary

No Group Class Necessary

In a group obedience class, dog owners are taught how to train their dog to Sit, Down, Stay, Come, Leave It, and walk with a loose leash. A+ Dog Training eases dogs into social situations so that their success in being well-mannered around other dogs is higher. We focus on individualized, private training sessions primarily

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FREE COMMUNITY PACK WALK TOMORROW

FREE COMMUNITY PACK WALK TOMORROW

If you want to enjoy walking and socializing with your dogs, this is the perfect opportunity – it’s free!  A+ Dog Training wants to get to know you, your family, and your dog!  Join us for a walk and meet other dogs and their owners. Walks last 45-60 minutes, and there are open sidewalks and

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Happy Thirsty Thursday!

Happy Thirsty Thursday!

Another way to teach your dog impulse control is to have them Sit, Stay, then give a release command (e.g., OK) before they take a drink out of a public water bowl and before getting petted. Teaching a dog impulse control is difficult because it requires overriding their natural, instinctual desire to immediately pursue rewards. 

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Motivational Monday

Motivational Monday

Today’s Motivational Monday post is to encourage you to get creative and have fun when obedience training your dog.  When working on Stay, train for duration and/or distance away from you.  Have them stay in various places.  See how creative you can be with your dog! Stay is a command that can save your dog’s

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Motivational Monday

Motivational Monday

A dog door is ideal for owners with busy schedules.  Once potty-trained, A+ Dog Training can help you guide your dog to the next step toward greater independence while you’re away at work. Today’s Motivational Monday post focuses on trusting your pup with more of the house when they’re ready.  Happy Motivational Monday with love

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