Required Equipment
- Small, soft, high-value treats, such as Stella & Chewy’s, chicken or string cheese. Bring at least two types.
- Flat collar, martingale collar, or harness (no prong collars, chain collars or e-collars)
- 6-foot nylon, biothane or leather leash
- 15-30 foot long-line. No retractable leashes, please
- Mat or towel for your dog to lie on
- A special chewy, bone or stuffed Kong, for quiet time (if your dog is not a resource guarder)
Class Policies
We reserve the right to decline entry to any dog who presents behavior issues that may be dangerous, disruptive or that may be exacerbated by participation in a group class. If behavior issues are discovered during the class and the trainer determines that it is in everyone’s best interest for you to seek private sessions with me, we will apply your class fee towards the cost of individual training.
If we deem that you would be better served by another trainer, you will be provided with a qualified trainer referral and a refund. Otherwise, NO credits or refunds will be provided after a class series has begun. If you have to miss a class, make-up classes are not offered.
If the minimum enrollment for a class is not met prior to the first session, the class will be cancelled. We will notify you at least one day before the class is scheduled to begin and will give you a full refund.
Pooch Parenting uses solely positive-reinforcement based methods for training. These methods are based on the latest science of animal learning and behavior, and have the added benefit of being the most effective, most humane and most fun way to train! We will encourage our students to use humane walking and training equipment, including front or back-buckle harnesses, flat or martingale collars or in some cases, head harnesses. Prong, choke and shock collars of any kind are not permitted.
Prices on our website are our current rates, but they are subject to change. If prices increase for current clients, we will notify you in advance.
