All of our Dog Training Classes are individual training sessions with you and your dog. These are “Train the Trainer” type classes where the focus will be on teaching you how to effectively train your dog. You will receive the undivided attention of the trainer and the class will move at a pace based on how you and your dog are progressing. We teach training techniques that are based on positive reinforcement. Put simply, we train dogs to make good decisions.
These classes can be scheduled at a time convenient for you. You will leave each class session with:
- A written summary of skills and principles taught that day
- Written homework for both you and your dog for the coming week
- An improved relationship with your dog
You are welcome to bring up to 3 family members that interact with the dog regularly. We especially recommend that you include children over the age of 12 who are actively involved with your dog.
The Puppy Pre-School class at Big River Kennels includes 4 weekly sessions, each lasting about one hour. During this time, we will be teaching you how to train your puppy in the following behaviors:
- Name Recognition
- Look at Me
- Socialization
- Basic Leash Skills
You will also learn positive reinforcement techniques that will help you improve your puppy’s manners. While this class is not designed to deal with problem behaviors, the structure of the class may allow for some specialization. You will find that the improved relationship you have with your puppy, combined with the confidence she gains from her new skills will begin to eliminate minor problem behaviors.
Cost: $375
The Basic Training class at Big River Kennels includes 6 weekly sessions, each lasting about one hour. During this time, we will be teaching you how to train your dog the following behaviors:
- Name Recognition
- Focus on you via “Look at Me”
- Sit
- Down
- Stay
- Here
- Heel / Loose Leash Walking
You will also learn positive reinforcement techniques that will help you improve your dogs manners. While this class is not designed to deal with problem behaviors, the structure of the class may allow for some specialization. You will find that the improved relationship you have with your dog, combined with the confidence she gains from her new skills will begin to eliminate minor problem behaviors.
Cost: $ 550
The Advanced Training class at Big River Kennels builds on the Basic Training class includes 8 weekly sessions, each lasting about one hour. During this time, we will be teaching you how to train your dog the following off-leash behaviors:
- Stay
- Here
- Heel
This is a big step and is very rewarding for dog and owner. Without the leash and the ability it gives to enforce many commands, the relationship between the dog and owner must be rock-solid. Once you’re there, it’s a whole new world of fun with your dog.
Cost: $725
Since these are individual training classes, we will incorporate a small amount of custom training requests into the core curriculum, if needed.
We also offer customized training classes on a pay-as-you-go basis. We recommend this approach for unique situations or if you desire highly customized training. The rate for these classes is $75 per 1-hour class. They also include written the written summary and homework.
Praise for Big River Kennels' Dog Training Classes
Our new puppy, Emma, has started daycare and training. I am so amazed at what she learned in one day. This place is amazing!”
-Debbie
We took our puppy, Jack for a training class yesterday. The folks at Big River Kennels know what they are doing. There is a night and day difference in Jack.”
-Micah