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Even dogs of the same breed can require a different approach to changing behaviour. We need to look at the full picture to develop a successful game plan. Training is an essential way to create clear communication but won't be effective if you do not make changes to your environment that can contribute to behavioural problems.

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There are 4 important contributors to dog behaviour:

1. Breed and age

2. Temperament and Disposition 

3. Environment 

4. Health and Diet

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Many behavioural problems could have been resolved before your puppy turned 4.5 months old. So, the earlier you start with a realistic game plan suitable to your situation and dog, the easier it is to achieve lifelong results. If you have a puppy or adolescent dog, you should consider purchasing a package so you have all the information required to raise a well adapted dog or the appropriate tools to help change behaviour that is otherwise harder to change when your dog hits maturity.  

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During private training we will get started with all relevant information, and discuss realistic goals and come up with a training and management plan for you, followed by as many lessons as needed to reach your training goals. This one-on-one format works especially well for fear, separation anxiety, new puppy foundation & behaviour modification for your dog.  There is a package available specifically for Puppy Foundation (under 6 months) training and for Basic Manners (6 months +). 

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After your session, you will receive a written game plan that is suitable to you and your dog's specific needs. 

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A $20 nonrefundable payment is required upon booking. You can pay the remaining fee after your first in person appointment by cash or e-transfer (plus 5% GST). 

 

First appointments usually take 1.5 hours. If you've booked a private, your booking confirmation will reflect the hourly rate but your session may take longer. 

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Packages: There is a package for puppies under 6 months, Puppy Private Package, and a different package for adolescents, 4 Package Training. All 4 appts need to booked one week apart at the time of booking. Two weeks apart maximum.  And should be completed 2 months after your first appointment or your discount rate will go back to the regular private rate. 

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Book all 4 sessions with the package title and then e-transfer $84 to K9petdogtraining@gmail.com. You can pay the remaining fee after your first in person appointment by cash or e-transfer (plus 5% GST).  If you have to change an appointment you will have to book using the Private service and pay the non-refundable booking fee. 

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Add the above email to your contact so they do not go to your junk mail to receive your training plans with attachments. 

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An additional charge of $20 will be applied to travel over 30-40 kms and $30 for travel over 40km from West Kelowna. 

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Please note: if your dog is aggressive towards people or dogs you will need to book a Zoom consultation. I do not take clients with dogs that have a history of biting another human but can give you a game plan to help you right away or a referral.  

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Prepare for your first private session:

I use food and toy rewards for training. In your home, I prefer to use your dog's diet and save the treats for higher distractions for recall work. I  use Ziwi Peak, a dehydrated raw dog food that is ideal if your dog is on a raw diet,. Let me know if your dog has any dietary restrictions. Please adjust your dog's meals accordingly as to not overfeed your dog and so your dog is not too full for training. 

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If your dog is over reactive, wary of, or jumping on strangers coming into your place, we will meet outside on leash.  Be ready with treats.  For dogs that are jumping because they are friendly and excited, I recommend we start at my place so I can give you some tools to get started with. 

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I prefer to work in a scent free environment.  I appreciate you would like your home to smell pretty but I am asthmatic to anything that contains fragrance. They are also harmful for your dog. 

https://www.petmd.com/dog/care/air-fresheners-and-pets

 

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ZOOM: Zoom is recommended if your dog is jumping or overreacting (barking or fearful) to guests. It will include video examples and a recording of your session in addition to your game plan as per above. This will get you set up for a more effective private training session and mandatory if your dog is aggressive towards humans. You should consider booking a package. 

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A $20 nonrefundable payment is required to book and the remainder of the payment is required after booking so you can receive an email with a link to your Zoom appointment.  

 

Please make sure you have the Zoom app downloaded and updated on your device before your appointment to avoid delays. They are 40 mins.

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Thank you

I try to be flexible to provide you the best value and use of my time but I must reduce the amount of time spent on administration and driving. I do enjoy coming to see you in your home and look forward to meeting you and our dog in any way you've chosen best for you. 

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