Services and Rates
All training services are preceded by an evaluation so we can find the best solution for both you and your dog.
Evaluations are $20, which can go towards any immersion program when you sign up. I offer training for all breeds and all ages.
Immersion ProgramS
Total Freedom Immersion Program**
ON & OFF-LEASH | Three weeks
**For dogs 6 months or older with no major behavioral issues (fear, anxiety, aggression, etc)
This program is designed to establish communication between you and your dog and to give you on and off-leash control. This is a great option for owners who are looking to improve their relationship with their pup, but are not dealing with any serious behavioral issues. During this program, your dog will stay at my home for 22 calendar days. Your dog will be fully immersed in a daily training routine. This includes creating new rules, boundaries, socialization (with dogs and people), pack hikes, and structured playtime. This allows your dog to develop a new foundation that will make it easier for you to continue the training once your dog returns home.
During your dog’s stay, they will learn to respond to both verbal commands and hand signals. This includes the following skills and commands both on and off-leash:
Heel with an Automatic-Sit (structured walking)
Loose Leash Walking (walking nicely next to you)
Sit/Stay
Down/Stay
Let’s Go (change direction, informal recall)
Crate Training and Housebreaking
Waiting at Thresholds (doors, crate, and car)
Basic Manners (no jumping, play biting/mouthing, excessive barking, etc.)
“No” (Stop what you’re doing and pay attention to me)
Place Command
Come (recall)
Load Up (in the car)
2 hour mid-session lesson, 1 hour go home lesson and 4 follow up lessons where you will be taught proper leash handling, correct use of each command, as well as how to maintain training.
Treadmill Training and Swimming (weather permitting) is available upon request.
Each dog receives a properly sized slip and prong collar, a standard leather leash, a 15-foot bio-thane leash, an e-collar and either a portable mutt mat or a cot for the place command. Dogs will also receive a complimentary bath at the end of their stay.
Rates:
$3800 for 3 weeks*
Basic Boot Camp Immersion Program
ON LEASH | Ten Day Program
**For dogs 4 months or older with no major behavioral issues (fear, anxiety, aggression, etc)
This program is designed to establish communication between you and your dog and to give you on-leash control. This program is ideal if you have a puppy or adult dog that is mostly well behaved, but has problems pulling on the leash, barking, or just acting crazy on walks. During your dog’s stay we will teach them how to look up to you as a leader and to make more respectful decisions on the leash. In this program your dog will stay at my home for 10 calendar days. Your dog will be fully immersed in a daily training routine. This includes creating new rules, boundaries, socialization (with dogs and people), pack hikes, and playtime. This allows your dog to develop a new foundation that will make it easier for you to continue the training once your dog returns home.
During your dogs stay, they will learn to respond to the following skills and commands (verbal and hand signals) on-leash.
Heel with an Automatic-Sit (structured walking)
Loose Leash Walking (walking nicely next to you)
Sit/Stay
Down/Stay
Let’s Go (change direction, informal recall)
Crate Training and Housebreaking
Waiting at Thresholds (doors, crate, and car)
Basic Manners (no jumping, play biting/mouthing, excessive barking, etc.)
“No” (Stop what you’re doing and pay attention to me)
A 1 - 1.5 hour go home lesson and 2 follow up lessons where you will be taught proper leash handling, correct use of each command, as well as how to maintain training.
Each dog receives a properly sized slip and prong collar, and a standard leather leash. Dogs will also receive a complimentary bath at the end of their stay.
. Rates:
$2100 for 10 days*
Officer Candidate School Immersion Program
BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION | four+ weeks
This on-leash program is intended to assist dogs and their owners with effective dog/owner communication, socialization therapy, and behavior modification. Your dog will participate in areas such as object socialization, people socialization, confidence building, and behavior modification. This is the only package I offer for dogs that have attacked or bitten humans or other animals, resource guards, or who show extreme fear or anxiety. It can take fearful or aggressive dogs several days or even weeks to build a trustful relationship with me to begin training and that can not be rushed. During this program, your dog will stay at my home for 4+ full weeks. Your dog will be fully immersed in a daily training routine. This includes creating new rules, boundaries, socialization (with dogs and people), pack hikes, and structured playtime. This allows your dog to develop a new foundation that will make it easier for you to continue the training once your dog returns home.
In order for this training program to be successful, it is crucial for owners to work at home to change patterns and behaviors as instructed by me. Dog owners will receive instruction and counseling on how their behavior influences the behavior of their dog. Your willingness to incorporate behavior modification and obedience commands into everyday life is vital for success.
During your dogs stay, he/she will learn to respond to the following skills and commands (verbal and hand signals) on-leash.
Heel with an Automatic-Sit (structured walking)
Loose Leash Walking (walking nicely next to you)
Sit/Stay
Down/Stay
Let’s Go (change direction, informal recall)
Crate Training and Housebreaking
Waiting at Thresholds (doors, crate, and car)
Basic Manners (no jumping, play biting/mouthing, excessive barking, etc.)
“No” (Stop what you’re doing and pay attention to me)
Place Command
Come (recall)
This residency program includes 6 follow up lessons. The first lesson is scheduled during week 3 of the board and train program where you will be taught proper leash handling, correct use of each command, as well as how to maintain training. There is a 2 hour go home lesson and 4 follow up lessons where we continue to build your relationship.
Each dog receives a properly sized slip and prong collar, a standard leather leash, a 15-foot bio-thane leash, an e-collar and either a portable mutt mat or a cot for the place command. Dogs will also receive a complimentary bath at the end of their stay.
Rates: $4150 for 4 weeks*
*Depending on the severity of the issues, your dog may need to stay for additional weeks. This will be determined either after the evaluation or early-on in the board and train process. Additional weeks are $975 per week.
extra Benefits Of Immersion Programs
After completion of an immersion program you may attend our monthly group polishing classes and monthly pack hikes. These group classes/hikes are free and are great for continuing training with real world distractions and situations, and supervised socialization with other trained dogs. Other benefits include:
Lifetime phone/email support.
A closed Facebook Group for continuing support, training help and advice.
Access to structured boarding and daycare
Structured Daycare
Dogs Unleashed K9 Training offers structured daycare for dogs who have completed a residency program!
Daycare includes:
Pack walks and potty breaks
Supervised socialization/playtime
Impulse control/duration work
Treadmill session (if requested)
Maintenance of rules and training
Rates: $50 for 8 hours ($10 per hour over 8 hours)
Space is limited, so please call ahead to schedule!
Structured Boarding
Dogs Unleashed K9 Training offers year-round boarding services for dogs who have completed a residency program! All boarding dogs will receive refresher lessons, daily pack walks, supervised socialization with other dogs, and playtime. You will have peace of mind knowing that your dog is happy, safe, and that we will continue to reinforce good behavior and their previous training!
Rates: $100 Per Calendar Day
Private Lessons
Private lessons provide one-on-one training designed to meet your dog’s personality, training aptitude, and your family’s goals. In each one hour lesson, I will teach you how to train your dog using obedience commands as well as how to handle unwanted behaviors. We may use a variety of tools including treats, martingale collars, prong collars, K9 Lifeline Transitional leashes, Halti’s, etc. The best tool will be decided early on in our first lesson. The tools are not included in the lesson price.
In order for private lessons to be successful, you will be required to practice with your dog at home between lessons. A commitment of at least three ten minute “homework sessions” per day is necessary for this type of training approach to be effective. Consistency is key!
Private lessons work best for owners that have the necessary time and patience to work closely with their dogs. Private lessons are also ideal for dogs whose personality types work better when they remain in their home environment versus a residency-training program.
Private lessons allow you to train at a pace that is best for you and your dog. It also allows us to personalize lessons based on the dog’s needs. Group sessions do not allow for this flexibility and is more of a “one-size-fits-all” approach.
Rates:
$200 per one hour session
Please note that an additional travel fee may be assessed if your location is outside my standard range. You will be notified in advanced of the session. Inquire for additional details.
(CURRENTLY NOT OFFERING THIS SERVICE)
In Home, Puppy Consultation
This option is for new puppies (up to 16 weeks) that do not have all their shots yet. During the 2 hour lesson/evaluation in one I will go over how to create a solid foundation as well as show you how to manage life with your new 4 legged family member!
Subjects include:
Name Recognition
Housebreaking/crate training
Creating a schedule/routine
Proper Socialization (people, dogs and objects)
Preventing problems such as resource guarding
Stopping unwanted behavior (nipping, jumping, etc)
How to reward good behavior
Introduction to leash walking
Basic commands (sit, down, etc)
Rates:
$250 for a two hour lesson/evaluation
Please note that an additional travel fee may be assessed if your location is outside my standard range. You will be notified in advanced of the session. Inquire for additional details.
