Training Programs

In-Board Training

What started out as an intensive program for problem dogs, our In-Board Training Program has become the most successful and popular training option for clients with any pup. When you are hanging out with your dog, every interaction is a learning interaction, and sometimes owners are accidentally teaching behaviors that they don’t particularly appreciate. Our in-board program provides consistency when owners can not. Visit our In-Board Training Page for more details! Cost of In-Board is $125/day or $2650 for our Complete Obedience Package.

Highlights of the program – approximately 4 weeks of training. Motivational Foundation followed by gradual increase of distance, distraction and duration. Week 4 “Out and About Week” where we take your pup into various social settings to make sure things are functional. Unlimited follow-up to ensure you are working together as a team 🙂 On leash reliability of all commands, with off-Leash recalls and stays. A minimum of bi-weekly updates, and visits are welcomed. Check out our social media to see what our current dogs are up to. 

Please note – our Complete Obedience In-Board Program is generally booked two to three months in advance. It never hurts to see if we have had something open up sooner, but plan ahead to take advantage of this sought after training opportunity.

Perfect Puppy Program

Indulge yourself in a 10 week Immersive Program to raise a perfect puppy 🙂
For puppies 20 weeks and younger at start of program. Total cost = $700

This program is a hybrid program including:

• Starts with an in-person, in-home consultation and assessment of what you and your puppy needs for success
• Within a few days we return in-person and in-home to bring you important tools and what is needed to fully address your specific pup’s needs, and we help you integrate it.
• 8 weeks of emailed video classes addressing prevention of problem behaviors and introduction of basic skills sets.
• Unlimited access to certified trainers through a private Facebook group for PPP clients only. This provides daily interaction and coaching so you never have to wonder “What should I do now?”
• A minimum of 2 in person group meet ups to work on appropriate socialization and discuss specific issues
• Access to weekly virtual coaching, as needed, to make sure you are progressing the way your family needs!
• We complete this program with another in-person, in-home visit to determine future goals an how to move forward.
• Included in the program is a free evaluation to earn the AKC Virtual Home Manners title by our Certified AKC CGC Evaluators

Graduates of our Perfect Puppy Program will receive a discount on our Complete Obedience In-board program if they decide to take their training to the next level.

This program is an all inclusive puppy raising program with daily access to Certified Trainers to make sure you are supported every step of the way. And we are grateful to be your support system.

To enroll, click Book Now in the upper right corner of this page, create an account, and visit PrePaid Packages. Any questions? Call 931 858-7091.

Virtual Programs

No matter when you are, we are here to help. Having adapted our use of technology and communication, we have been able to help dog owners across the United State, Canada, and even in Scandinavia. Our virtual programs include structured class format, individual sessions, and clicnical behavior consultations. 

Private Sessions

Private sessions are geared to fit into everyone’s schedule and be very affordable. Sessions conducted at our facility cost just $55/hour. In-home or on location sessions are also available at occasional times to meet our client’s needs. They begin at $70/hour with total cost depending on travel distance.

Private sessions are offered for obedience, problem behavior modification, tracking, protection and other specialty areas. Please visit the Private Sessions Page for more detailed information.

Group Classes

Thunderhawk Canine continues to update our group class options in an effort to meet the needs of the Upper Cumberland Area.  We currently have Module Based Training, and packages available, to provide for a custom group class experience. Through the assistance of some extremely accomplished instructors, we are also able to offer some Performance Sports and Conformation Handling Classes. Whether you are just looking for fun ways to advance your understanding of the basics, or can’t wait to get into the ring, our classes are a great place to start! 

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Agility Training

Middle Tennessee is so fortunate to have Karissa Solberg from Wisconsin offering classes in Cookeville. With group classes and private sessions, Agility Acres is your best resource for top notch agility training. Thunderhawk Canine does not offer agility training any longer. You can visit Agility Acres Facebook page or their website for more information.