Adolescent Dog Training & Support
As puppies reach around 6 months old, something happens. They start acting like puppies again! They are more mischievous, and their listening skills seem to be non-existent. You have now entered the adolescent phase. Depending on the size of your dog, this is the longest period of development as they progress towards adulthood. This stretch of time can last until they are 3 or 4 years old, depending on their size and breed.
I am here to help you navigate this time. I find adolescent dogs do learn, but when they suffer from what I call “foggy brain” it is very important to keep your training simple, short, exciting, paying well, and then repeat. You can add new behaviors too, although you’ll need to be ready when your dog forgets what you asked him just a moment ago and be ready to try again. Patience, perseverance and consistency will help you work through the challenges of your adolescent pup.
- $135 – 1 hour session
- $480 – 4x 1 hour sessions
- $660 – 6x 1 hour sessions
- $840 – 8x 1 hour sessions
Services
Pet Sitting
Puppy Training
Adolescent Dog Training and Support
Adult Dog Training and Enrichment
Meet Amy
My journey to becoming a dog trainer began in 2008 with my first self-trained standard chocolate poodle Pongo. He taught me unconditional love, patience, and perseverance. At that point, I knew working with dogs would be my lifelong career.
My Approach
With over 15 years of experience, I have developed an all-positive training style that is proactive, intentional, and kind. My technique involves using positive reinforcement and capturing behaviors for the best possible outcome, which places the responsibility on the dog and helps them gain confidence in different environments. To achieve this, I emphasize the importance of controlling the environment rather than the dog. I also teach you to read your dog's body language to understand how they learn, which fosters trust, cooperation, and better behavior. My goal is to customize your training program according to your dog's needs and unique situation.
Change the Course of your Dog's Life
We all want our dogs to be well-behaved and fulfilled in every way. Changing behavior is possible when we give our dogs clear and positive guidance. No matter how difficult your current situation, there are things to improve and alleviate behavior, such as incessant barking, separation anxiety, pulling on the leash, jumping up, poor recall, not listening, anxiety, and biting.
"My husband and I are in our third generation of Shetland Sheep dogs that we have steered to a better dog and family life with help from Amy and her all positive training techniques.
I would highly recommend her, and so would our current eight month old pup who cries when she leaves!"
