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Need to make fast progress or have a tight time-line.  Overwhelmed or not enough time?  

​'Trainer Trains'  is an option.  Trainer gets your dog started on learning.  When the ground-work has been laid you join in the last few sessions to learn how to ask for the behaviours your dog has learned, and how to reinforce and build on those behaviours for a lifetime of continued success.  If you are overwhelmed, have limited time to train, or just need extra support the ‘trainer trains’ approach is a highly efficient option.  Requires 12 sessions.

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This format addresses many of the behaviors listed above, as included here.  ​​​​​

Separation Anxiety

Does your dog struggle when left alone?  Does your dog destroy things, eliminate, pace and pant, or vocalize?  If you suspect your dog does any of these behaviours while home alone s/he may be suffering from the panic of separation anxiety.   Click here to schedule a free 30-minute phone consultation with a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT).  We'll explore if your dog's behaviour is separation-related anxiety, and if so offer you an initial assessment followed by a specialized protocol to help your dog learn to feel safe when home alone. 

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This program is unique in its structure and delivery:

  • we work in four-week blocks

  • we work entirely virtually (to simulate real departures and 'alone time')

  • an initial 90-minute assessment via Zoom precedes the four weeks

  • you train four days per week (20 - 30 minutes)

  • trainer leads the fifth session each week in a 60-minute live reassessment via Zoom

  • trainer provides direction for each day's training based on previous days' results

  • weekly phone support to monitor progress and address issues

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​     Click here to schedule your 30-minute free phone consult.

Enrichment Walks (dogs only)

Enhancing behaviour with opportunities for natural behaviours that are satisfying and relieve stress.

 

Weekly small-group outings to private fenced nature trails. Through fields and forest, dogs are off leash (a long line is used for new dogs/if necessary) making choices about where to sniff and for how long, meandering or running fast, foraging for treats in the grasses and snow,  Dogs are transported to the trails in comfort. Dog-dog interactions and social skills are monitored--turn-taking and mutuality in play are encouraged and reinforced, as is recall.​​

Board and Learn

Want to accelerate your dog's learning with intensive behaviour support?

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Board and Learn is a great option for getting started or to further the training you've been working on.  Your dog will live with the trainer in a nurturing dog-centered home environment training daily and benefiting from enrichment activities.  Program duration, goals and pricing is highly individualized.  It is essential that guardians commit to several in-home "learning" sessions following the live-in period.     

This format addresses many of the behaviors listed above, as included here.  â€‹â€‹â€‹

Prices
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Private training is $125 per 75 minute session

Discounts apply for training on site at Kindred Creatures

Discounts apply for pre-paid multi-session packages

Travel charges apply after 15 km

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​​​​​Enrichment Walks: $60/outing

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