The Sophisticated Dog offers in-home, private training that is custom-designed to meet the needs of both your family and your pets. Training begins with an initial consult during which we gather information and discuss your goals for your pet's training.
Based on what we learn at the initial consult, we craft a pet-friendly training program to meet your goals quickly and efficiently.
The Sophisticated Dog's services include:
Coaching
The Sophisticated Dog offers personalized, private coaching for you and your family. In coaching sessions, a trainer from The Sophisticated Dog teaches you how to train your pet. Coaching sessions usually take place once or twice a week, and the owners practice on their own with their pets between coaching sessions. Whether you want to teach your pet obedience, improve your pet's manners, or have fun training new tricks, The Sophisticated Dog can create the right program for you.
Day Training
Busy professionals sometimes have difficulty finding time to train their pets. That's why The Sophisticated Dog offers the convenience of day training, where we train your pet for you (i.e., you need not be present) and then teach you what you need to know to keep your pet on track.
In The Sophisticated Dog's day training programs, we come to your home several times a week and train your pet. Once a week there is an "owner transfer session," in which you are shown what your pet has learned and taught how to elicit and maintain your pet's new skills. With day training, pets acquire new skills quickly, and the whole family benefits.
Behavior Modification
If your pet acts fearful, aggressive, or stressed, or is having trouble fitting into your household, he or she may benefit from a behavior modification program.
The Sophisticated Dog uses a variety of pet-friendly behavior modification techniques to help your pet feel more relaxed and behave more appropriately. Whether your pet is afraid of strangers, attacks other animals, or jumps on your guests, The Sophisticated Dog can help.
New Adoptee Training
Communicating properly with your recently purchased or adopted pet can help ensure a long and happy life for that pet with your family. The Sophisticated Dog will get you off on the right foot with your new pet, so you can start building good memories right away.
Adoption Consulting
Choosing the right pet is the first step in a successful pet-human relationship. For example, some pets do better in a laid-back home, while others thrive on a lot of attention and exercise. Whether you want to adopt from a shelter or rescue, or purchase an animal from a breeder, The Sophisticated Dog can help you get the right pet for your needs.
