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Contact Info
Email:
eurotrng@comcast.net
Phone:
(925) 228-1206
20 Years of Experience
at Your Service.
John
has trained and
competed successfully at the
highest levels
of the British
Kennel Club Obedience and
Working Trials Competition.
Every dog is a unique individual. The approach to, and application of any training program must take into consideration the age and temperament of the dog.
Adult Puppy
From the time of introducing the puppy to the household, this course is intended to teach the basic disciplines required to promote manageable behavior in and around the home.
An initial training consultation and evaluation is conducted in order to assess the dog and to tailor the training program with regards to the dog's age and temperament.
This initial training consultation covers:
- The prevention of the typical problems associated with puppies.
- Introducing the puppy to the basic obedience commands.
- Instructing the dog owner as to the proper handling techniques and how to perform routine care and maintenance of the puppy.
- A recommendation for the best approach to future training of the puppy/dog and owner. Generally, this training will include private and group training.
Goals of the Program:
- Produce a dog that is safe with the family and the general public - especially children. Essentially 'a dog that does not bite.'
- To insure that the dog develops into a good neighbor and a welcome member of your community.
- To enable the owner to establish proper control of their dog - on and off the lead.
To call this a puppy training course is somewhat of a misnomer in that it is unlike the typical puppy courses that usually run for six weeks, or so. This program, however, begins when the pup is three to four months old, and continues right through the crucial developmental stages, and until the dog reaches his first birthday. By this time all undesirable behavior traits will have been prevented, eliminated, or modified, and the dog will be under full voice control of the owner under all circumstances.
The instruction and training is done mostly on an individual basis, but it includes some socialization with other dogs and people -- an indispensable part to any puppy program. For those enrolled in this course, I am at all times available for advise and guidance, by phone and email, throughout the training.
Perhaps you're the proud owner of a canine companion with great temperament and wonderful disposition towards dogs and people -- too friendly, you may be tempted to say.
Maybe you've both attended many regular training classes in the past, but are still experiencing difficulty in controlling your dog in public places, or even at home, around other dogs, or when entertaining guests.
Chances are your dog may work well in the training class, but, these classes don't get to the kernel of your problem: real-world, practical, functional control of your dog when faced with typical, daily distractions.
If your dog fits this description, it should not be difficult to achieve your goal. It usually involves no more than:
First, a thorough assessment of your dog's temperament.
Now, we may need a change of handling technique to one that's compatible with your dog's temperament -- every dog is different, and needs to be handled differently.
Next, the selection of suitable training equipment - the most humane equipment and calmest handling almost always producing the best and fastest results.
Finally, we apply all the above in typical, everyday scenarios and situations to achieve the results needed.
With the well socialized dog of sound temperament, the above can usually be achieved in the first session here with us at our facility. This session usually runs a couple of hours. Occasionally, a truly determined candidate may take a follow up visit.
See our Appointment page for more detail.
A Comprehensive Training Program is available for those owners who want a fully voice controlled dog. The format of this course will depend on the age, breed, and temperament of the particular dog. An initial consultation and evaluation session is recommended. This will give the owner the opportunity to meet with me, and to outline their needs and expectations. In return, it enables me to evaluate the dog and explain how to get the best result.
A Behavior Modification Training Program is available for those dogs that are afflicted with the unfortunate problem of aggression. If you've been reading through this website, you will realize that aggression can take many forms, and with varying degrees of intensity. Suffice it to say that an initial evaluation and consultation is a prerequisite to determine the best course of action in order to, hopefully, eradicate the undesirable behavior trait, or, at very least, to minimize and control the behavior. The problem, however serious, can usually be modified to some extent. But it is absolutely vital that all parties to the training fully understand what is reasonable and what is not reasonable to expect. I will give a very straightforward assessment of the problem, my ability to modify the behavior, and the ability of the owner to control and manage the dog.
Personal Protection Dog Training Program:
This is a very advanced form of training for both the dog and handler. Only a few breeds are suitable to be considered for this training; and, only a small percentage of dogs from these breeds will have the qualities required for this very demanding work.
As well as being under impeccable voice control by the owner, the dog needs to display the following traits:
1. The dog must be adequately socialized and well disposed to people.
2. Have a high prey drive.
3. Demonstrate the level of courage necessary to respond to challenging and threatening situations.
A personal protection dog is, first and foremost, a companion dog, and as such, must be able to accompany the owner everywhere. Only a well trained dog of excellent temperament and disposition should considered for this very important job of work. The right dog, trained appropriately, will be perfectly safe and reliable in any social setting.
Bear in mind; if the dog is not under full voice control of the owner, incorrectly trained, or not of sound temperament, then he will be more of a liability that a companion protector.
A Residential, or in-Kennel Training Program: Occasionally, I can offer this method of training for the dog with a certain temperament and disposition. Again, an initial evaluation and consultation is the first step in determining whether this training method would be best for your dog.
