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This add on charge is to offset the additional cost associated with safely handling dogs that exhibit aggression during the program. It does not guarantee change of temperament in the dog. Each aggression case is discussed on a case by case basis, with additional cost starting at $300. This add on does include conditioning the dog to a basket style muzzle, and dogs are send home with a baskerville brand muzzle in their size.

There are many reasons why an owner may need to muzzle their dog, and there is no reason that dogs should think of the muzzle as a bad thing! We want dogs to LOVE their muzzle so it isn’t one more thing to stress over when it is used. We will pair the muzzle with positive experiences, and send home an appropriately sized basket muzzle.

ringing a bell has become a popular skill to help dogs communicated that they need to go outside. This add on teaches the dog to move the bell on command, and begins to introduce the dog to the concept that the bell causes the door to open. The actual pairing of the bell to potty behavior is something that is implemented with owners, through follow ups, once the dog is at home. This DOES NOT potty train your dog.

By adding this package, we will work your dog on the formal aspects required for the AKC CGC or Therapy Dog testing through Therapy Dogs International. Additional Skills will include formal greeting, exam, leave it and supervised separation.

There are many reasons to participate in sports with your pets – with mental and physical stimulation being at the top of the list. This add on will introduce your dogs to sending and calling over jumps (at an age appropriate height), “bottom” / 2 on 2 off contact behavior, “touch” / target with nose or feet, send and call through tunnel, introduction to a weight pull harness and small amounts of weight. While participating, we will also introduce productive play (including 2 ball and tug) and rollers with disc. Development of those skills will be determined by dog’s natural drives.

Nosework is a relatively new, fun sport that can give every pet dog a "job" and stimulate their minds. Using easily obtainable, competition based odors, the carry over to home is easy. Want it functional? Lets find your keys!!

this additional group of skills will include obedience behaviors that will be helpful to the Service Dog. It will include brace, tuck in, and under. These behaviors will assist in public access. This training does not guarantee the suitability of a dog as a Service Dog, nor are these tasks considered Service Dog Tasks as dictated by the ADA.

Let us help you prepare your dog for the show ring by introducing appropriate gaiting, turns and stacking.