What
does it cost?
Pricing
is outlined on the "Options & Fees" page. Click
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How
do I pay?
Payment
can be made by Cash, check, credit card or Venmo |
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How
does it work?
No
single approach to training can be expected to work with all dogs
or their owners. While my approach is not "one size fits
all" it is a do no harm approach making use of positive reinforcement,
classical and operant conditioning as well as learned behavior
following LIMA
guidelines.
To begin,
send an email to jimo@greatdogk9training, putting your dog's name
in the subject line, your name and address in the body of the
email. I'll reply with a simple Q&A to complete. It's structured
to provide a framework in advance of an in home evaluation. Upon
receipt I'll reply with open dates/times and the evaluation is
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Where
do you train?
Instruction
is conducted in and around your home. Familiar settings are where
most training issues are rooted and where they can best be addressed
in context. Triggers can be managed and new, desirable behaviors
shaped. Group classes are often a better choice for some dog owners
and Rhode Islanders are fortunate to have their pick of several
excellent venues. I do not presently provide group training however
if I determine your training needs might be best met in one I
will provide you with you with a referral. Additonally, if I determine
your needs are best served by a certified behaviorist or vet behaviorist
I will do my best to provide qualified referrals. |
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Can
my family participate?
The
short answer is, "It Depends" In general family
members are encouraged to participate for a number of reasons,
but primarily so that everyone in the house understands what the
goals are and how they'll be addressed. However, some behavioral
modification scenarios are best served when partipation is limited.
Often this can be addressed during the evaluation. |
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Are
dogs ever too young or too old to train?
The age of a dog is often less relevant
than it's overall physical state.
You can and should begin training some basic behaviors with puppies
as soon as you bring them home. Older dogs not only can still be
trained to learn new behaviors, when the training is fun, older
dogs often love learning new things or brushing up on old ones.
If you're not sure, your dog is up to it, consult with your veterinarian. |
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Where's
the phone number?
Email
is understandably not for everyone however in an effort to do
maintain clarity throughout the process from learning about your
dog to scheduling, instructional notes, photo and video references,
communication by email is simply crucial. If you're techincally
challenged I'd ask you to seek assistance from a family member
or friend. |
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