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Training That Actually Works!

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Proven Results

Many training programs claim to tailor training to the dog, but this varied hyper-customized approach leaves gaps in training with a wide range of results, leaving dog owners confused on what to expect when hiring a dog training professional.

Thankfully there's a better way!

 

No matter the breed, age, or difficulties our delicately crafted program gets down to the main cause of issues we see in any dog, impulse control, or should I say, a LACK of impulse control!

 

While all dogs have their own personalities and quirks, they learn in the same way. Our goal is to help you build a relationship and a communication style with your dog that they also want to take part in!

Our Goals Are Your Goals

The clients we love to work with have four big goals:

  1. They want great on leash control.

    • They want to visit pet stores, vet’s offices, farmer’s markets, and go on stress-free walks in the neighborhood.

  2.  They want off leash ability.​

    • Hiking, camping, or just having their dog off leash…they want their dog to listen!

  3.  They want excellent manners​

    • No jumping, barking, chewing, digging, house training accidents, etc.

  4.  They want to get rid of, or avoid, anxiety and aggression and fear-based problems.

Dog going for a walk with owner on a trail

Our Four Sided Approach

Puzzle piece to training 1

On Leash Obedience

Off Leash Obedience

EVERY dog that comes through our program is going to learn on leash obedience. No pulling, no lunging. Just calmly walking by your side.

 

Whether you’re going on a neighborhood walk or going into a more high stress setting like a veterinarian’s office or pet store, you’ll have a dog that has great on leash manners.

Think what it would be like to FINALLY be able to just enjoy a walk without the pulling or other nonsense!

Puzzle piece to training 2

EVERY dog in our program can master off-leash obedience, ensuring you can call, control, and enjoy their company anywhere.

Imagine being able to take your dog to the beach, up into the mountains, on hikes, etc. and have your dog be off leash and RELIABLY listen to you.

We are industry leaders in using E-Collar training that humanely and efficiently teaches your dog off-leash obedience training.

Puzzle piece to training 3

‘Great manners’ is a broad term and encompasses a lot of things. But it mostly entails the "don’t do that" stuff.

No more jumping, chewing, stealing, counter surfing, nuisance barking, etc.

It also means making sure the dog or puppy is properly house trained and crate trained, if needed.

How would life be if your dog didn’t jump on guests anymore, or bark and whine in an annoying way, or destroy stuff in your house?

Great Manners

Puzzle piece to training 4

Dog anxiety and aggression range from mild barking to severe aggression. Overcoming these issues varies for each dog.

When we talk about overcoming aggression and anxiety in your dog it’s going to look different for every dog.

 

Many undergo COMPLETE

rehabilitation, while others show improvement but still need careful management of interactions by being careful of the environment we put them in and manage more of their interactions with other people/dogs.

Overcoming Anxiety & Aggression

Training Programs

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Private Training

Our signature 9 week "Transform Your Dog" program focused on advanced behavior and off leash capability. Private training in the comfort of your own home!

Training Fido 101 Head Trainer & CEO Valerie Twigg

Board & Train

Too busy? We'll do the tedious work for you. Our signature "Transform Your Dog" program is modified to train your dog over 3-4 weeks, bootcamp style.

Service dog in red vest

Service Dog Training

Do you need your dog to perform helpful tasks to support your needs? Done in either our Private Training or Board & Train format select dogs can be taught service tasks!

What Dog Owners Say

"Highly Recommend"

"Great experience!!!

Great training for dogs and dog parents.

Our dog does great now on walks and around other dogs. Valerie was so patient and wonderful from week to week.

Highly recommend!!!”

Leroy Bair

Pooler, GA

“Definitely Worth It”

"The program was easy to follow and Valerie was great! She took her time explaining everything and was open for calls/text anytime we needed her. This 9 week program was definitely worth it and have enjoyed continuing to work with our pup. As long as you take the time daily to work with your dog and do everything that is required- I promise you will see great results like we have! Thanks again Valerie for everything!”

Curt Swagert

Rincon, GA

“Easy To Work With”

"We love our trainer Valerie! She is super easy to work with, and our dog loved her too. We’ve seen so much progress in 9 weeks and even after that, Valerie is still available for any questions or concerns we’ve had. 100% would recommend her to any and everyone with a dog.”

Marlie Stineman

Tybee Island, GA

Our Happy Clients!

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