FAQ
How does the Virtual Puppy to Perfect Program Work?
What is your service area?
I work with clients all over the country, and am based in Ohio. I serve the Central OH area for in-home lessons if that is the program type you need. That includes Columbus, Ohio and its suburbs, Lancaster, Newark and Zanesville.
Do you only work with puppies?
I work with dogs of all ages, but I do especially love getting to start out with a young puppy and teach them all the right things from the beginning.
What Services do you offer?
I offer in-home lesson programs and virtual coaching programs for dog owners to learn how to improve their life with their dog. I have frameworks for overcoming problem behaviors, helping anxious dogs, and raising puppies.
What type of training do you do?
I train family dogs. I commonly work with dogs who simply don’t know how they are supposed to behave or who don’t understand what their owners want them to do (or not do).
This includes dogs who jump on people, pull on leash, or bark too much. I also commonly work with dogs who are anxious or lack confidence. These are dogs who act afraid of new people or things. This includes dogs who are leash reactive- that bark and growl on leash.
I also work with tons of puppies teaching both them and their owners essential puppy and dog owner skills. This includes house training, what to chew, proper play, basic commands, basic manners and so much more.
How does Virtual Training work?
I get some funny looks when I tell people I help dog owners virtually.
In my almost 8 years of working with dogs and their owners, it has become glaringly obvious that what people need is thoughtful education on how to train their dogs, NOT someone to do it for them.
People learn very well through videos, examples, and discussion. I find this method to work especially well with puppies.
Whether we meet in-person or virtually, most of what we will be doing is talking through your issues, figuring out solutions, and planning out the steps you will take to improve your dog's behavior.
What Methods do you use?
The methods and tools that we use are determined by what your dog responds well to and what you choose to do. I am here as a coach to offer advice and instruction. There are many ways to accomplish goals. We will come up with the best plan for you and your dog together. I don't do one-size-fits-all training. Every dog is different. So rather than forcing your dog into a particular training style, we'll look at your goals, your dog and your family's situation and build an approach that makes sense for you.
What Tools do you use?
I don't focus on tools and use what makes sense with each dog.
There are many tools out there. I understand how to use various tools safely, how they work, and why a person would use them.
We will discuss the pros and cons of different tools together and decide which ones, if any, we will use. Everyone will need treats on hand for lessons, and leashes are very helpful.
What is your pricing?
I have free resources, mini courses and comprehensive programs to meet you where you are.
I also work with rescues and shelters for adoption support. If you are struggling with funds. Look up Private School Pups to apply for a scholarship.
My goal is to educate as many people as possible in order to improve the lives of as many dogs as I can, and ultimately keep dogs out of shelters.
Clients typically invest $200 - $1500 with me.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes.
What if I've already tried training and it didn't work?
I would ask you to look inward and ask yourself why it failed. Was it the format? Was group too hectic or did a trainer work with your dog and leave you out of the loop? Did you have good intentions but lack follow through? Did your training plan not work for your lifestyle? I work hard to make sure that I empower owners with knowledge and clear training plans that they can and will implement. Maybe you just didn't have the right trainer before.
I want to work with you! What are the next steps?
Set up a Friendly Discovery Call. ( on contact page)
In that free phone or zoom call we will go over your needs and figure out if I can help you. If I feel I can, and if you feel that what I do will work for you, we will talk about possible next steps.