Train the Owner
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Step-by-step training and rehabilitation process to help you Train Your Own Dog.
Upcoming Dates
10 owners/dogs per program. Registration is open until filled. Check the Class Schedule for upcoming dates.
Train the Owner 1.0
5 consecutive 8-hour training days at Method K9's Training Facility.
Students will work hands-on with their dogs 2+ hours per day.
Lifetime access to our Board and Train Educational Videos (20+ hours of footage that breaks down our entire training process step-by-step).
2 Zoom coaching sessions after the completion of Train the Owner 1.0 to ensure you and your dog’s success moving forward.
Completion Certificate
What is covered in Train the Owner 1.0?
Topics include but are not limited to: dog history, classical conditioning, operant conditioning, training equipment fit and use, languages, sequencing, basic and advanced obedience, threshold work, dog drives, human body language, dog body language, e-collar education and application, crate training, play and its benefits for behavioral issues, dropping toys and items on command, counterconditioning for fear or aggression toward touch, muzzles, collars, leashes, nails, grooming, and more, socialization with dogs and people, treadmill and biking concepts, hormones, appeasement behavior, displacement behavior, leash skills, public training, home structure and set up, solutions for problem behaviors such as fear, anxiety, aggression, reactivity, resource guarding, jumping, barking, whining, nipping fighting housemates, potty training, insecurity, OCD behaviors, high prey drive, territorial behaviors, and more!
* If you are interested in signing up for this program or asking further questions, please fill out a contact form on our home page.
Train the Owner 2.0
5 consecutive 8-hour training days at Method K9's Training Facility.
Students will work hands-on with their dogs 4+ hours per day.
Lifetime access to our Board and Train Educational Videos (20+ hours of footage that breaks down our entire training process step-by-step).
2 Zoom coaching sessions after the completion of Train the Owner 2.0 to ensure you and your dog’s success is moving forward.
Completion Certificate
What is covered in Train the Owner 2.0?
Topics include but are not limited to: all topics from Train the Owner 1.0 will be covered in more depth in addition to pack drive (what it is, how to cultivate it, and how to get it on command), prey drive (what it is, how to control it, how to satisfy it, how to use it for behavioral rehabilitation, and how to put it on command), defense drive (what it is and how to teach our dogs to choose flight over fight if necessary), predation, advanced play concepts, e-collar for each drive, spatial pressure, claiming territory for issues like doorbell reactivity and fence fighting, resource guarding, socialization with dogs and people, dog body language, advocacy, differential reinforcement, counterconditioning, vet exams, grooming, and more!
Requirements
Vaccines Up-to-Date
ALL dogs must be up-to-date on Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, and Bordetella. Dogs must also have negative fecal test results. Fecal test must be done 30 days prior to program start date and include testing for Giardia (this is something you must request, as it is not included in a basic fecal test). Should your dog test positive for Giardia, this will allow time to treat and have a retest done.
All handlers must be 18 years of age and older
Although you are not required, you are highly encouraged to bring your own dog. Each participant may bring up to 1 dog for the duration of the program. Method K9 will not be providing working dogs for this program.
What will I need to bring for my dog?
Dogs must attend on a well-fitting martingale collar and 6ft leash. Any changes to equipment will be recommended to you after the trainer has had time to get to know your dog.
Dogs with reactivity or aggression must attend on a well-fitting Baskerville, Jafco, Dean & Tyler, or Bumas muzzle.
Owners are also required to bring their dog’s favorite toys, a treat bag, food for their dog, and a 15ft long line.
Is there anything I need to do prior to the program?
Muzzle conditioning and crate training through the videos we have provided.
Location
Train the Owner sessions start at our training facility and may branch out to other public locations at the discretion of the trainer.
Tel: 208.964.4806
What is the Cost?
Registration is $2500 per family (this includes one primary handler, one secondary handler if necessary, and one dog.
Cost is per course (1.0 and 2.0 are charged seperately)
A 50% nonrefundable deposit required to reserve a seat, the other 50% due 7 days prior the start of the program. Ticket price does not include meals, lodging, or training equipment. Dog must board with owner/handler.
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