| TRAINING "My blend of patience, consistency and enthusiastic praise is... making obedience a way of life." -Sharon Smith Sharon Smith is a dog training professional with over 25 years of experience. Dogs are her passion. Her areas of expertise include - Puppy Kindergarten - Obedience Training - Behavior Modification - Rehabilitation There are no specific cookie-cutter training programs offered here, Sharon will tailor her training method to the need of each individual dog as needed. She will do what works best for you and your dog in your particular situation. As an added convenience, Sharon offers training not only on site, but in-home as well! Below are some of the services we offer. Looking for something else? Give us a call and we can assist you. Sharon is a member of the following recognized canine associations... The Association of Pet Dog Trainers The National Society of Canine Trainers and Behaviorists Ohio Auxiliary of the Association of Veterinarians Sharon is also a certified evaluator for the American Kennel Club offering the Canine Good Citizenship classes and testing. Click here for more information regarding the CGC Program! Puppy Programs Puppy Temperament Testing and Selection Assistance finding the right breed of puppy, with the temperament and personality to suit you and your family. Puppy Kindergarten Positive socialization around people, places, things, and mechanical items, as well as other dogs and puppies. Basic vocabulary for puppy training, appropriate toys, and nutrition. Help with house-training and play biting. In-Home Puppy Program Helps you and your puppy get off to the right "PAW". Obedience Training Basic Obedience Sit, stay, down, and heel,. We also cover jumping on people, chewing, digging, and barking. In-Home Obedience Program One on one instruction for basic obedience and socialization. Behavior Programs Because of Sharon's high success rate for rehabilitation, several vets in central Ohio refer her services for behavior consultations specializing in canine aggression and separation anxiety. Behavior Modification Sharon specializes in Behavior Modification, Canine Aggression & Separation Anxiety. Our programs are designed to address phobic and more complex behavior issues. Our Behavior Modification Program allows us to focus on the causes and solutions of problem behavior. Some behavior problems can be medically, nutritionally, or environmentally induced. Let us help your dog overcome any behavior problems Are you Expecting a Baby? Recommended by The Women's Care Center of Columbus, Inc.! With all the excitement of preparing for a new two-legged member of the family, people often forget about the four-legged members. This program helps teach you to help your dog adapt to having a new baby in the house. The percentage of dogs surrendered at shelters after the birth of a baby in the home is extremely high, Sharon can help make the transition easy for your dog so he or she handles the arrival smoothly. Residency Programs Kick-Start Residency Program Leave your dog with us for a week while he or she learns all of the basic commands and leash manners. Great for busy owners who don't have time to work with their dogs on a daily basis. Call us for a price quote or more information. We will work with your individual needs. |
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