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Dog and Puppy Training Services
Links are purple! We offer several private training programs. There is no set curriculum, and we work on what we mutually agree will be the best lesson for that day. Click on a purple link to learn what program is best for you and your dog, and then call us at 1-877-7-DOGGIE,
There are five group training classes. All classes are taught at the Westwood location. The obedience/manners class only is taught at the Playa Vista location. We also offer a combination of one private 90-minute lesson and the obedience/manners classes or the puppy classes. Click on a purple link for a description of each class and then call us at
Our goal in our Los Angeles dog training and Los Angeles puppy training classes and private lessons is to improve the relationship between you and your dog or puppy. Dog training is more than just telling your dog to stop doing what he's doing. It is also more than simply following commands. It's building a relationship that's going to last for the rest of his life. Dog obedience training is communication -- you are showing your dog how you want him to act in a way he understands. Dog training is trust -- you are teaching him that he can feel safe and know that you will take care of him. Training your dog is freedom -- you'll be able to take your dog to more places with you knowing that he will behave. Training is bonding -- you and your dog work together so you can enjoy each other's company. We emphasize this in both our group obedience classes and private in-home training. We deliver results through hands-on personalized service. We work with your dog and then show you how to get the desired response from your dog. Your dog learns from your practicing with him on a daily basis. Many clients see dramatic improvements in their dog's behavior during the first lesson -- many times during the first five minutes -- honest! Please take a look at the Testimonials to read what they say. The short time we spend in training can last for your dog's entire life. With the Private Lessons, Los Angeles Dog Training classes, Los Angeles Puppy Training classes, Los Angeles Dog Agility and Tricks Fun classes, and with all the other services offered, you receive detailed written handouts (so you can review them between lessons) and articles on various aspects of dog behavior and training. You also receive samples of many dog-related products such as food, treats, shampoo, etc. The homework is easy, fast, and fun for both you and your dog. Your whole family is encouraged to participate.
Private lessons are the most comprehensive way for you and your dog or puppy to learn since it is a customized program dealing with your choice of topics and issues – with a input from us regarding things we know (but you may not yet appreciate) are important. It takes place in the comfort of your home, your office, or other location that you choose, and we come to you. We offer day, evening, and weekend lessons in most areas. What are some advantages to private lessons?
We offer several programs for private lessons, and we will discuss those during our phone conversation or at our meeting. Our most popular program is six hours of training in five lessons. The first lesson is two hours and the remaining four lessons are an hour each. The minimum fee is $595 for private lessons in West Los Angeles and surrounding areas; however, fees vary depending on distance and travel time, and we'll give you an exact fee during our telephone conversation or you can refer to our Fee schedule. We do travel outside these areas, so please call 1-877-7-DOGGIE for more information. With many of the private programs, you receive either the Dog Obedience/Manners classes (subject to my discretion) at no additional charge! Private Lessons - Puppy Manners Program Your puppy is learning even if you are not "formally" teaching him. One of you is training the other every time you interact -- honest! -- even though you are not aware that's what's happening. You'll both be a lot happier if you're the trainer and your dog is the student! Our methods of training do not involve force, and both you and your puppy enjoy the training time together. Your puppy can begin training at home at eight weeks old, but we suggest you wait until ten weeks to enroll him in a class. The things we generally work on first are potty training and chewing & biting. Different issues crop up between our sessions or you have questions about your puppy's future. And we work on those as well. We keep the training sessions short -- because of your puppy's attention span -- and we answer your questions regarding breed characteristics, nutrition, toilet training, puppy development and learning periods, etc. You are laying the foundation for your puppy's future behavior through a positive, creative, and structured approach to his training. By using our puppy training program, you can prevent problems from happening! We'll show your puppy how to
And we'll show you how to help prevent and help solve problems such as
Our most popular program is six hours of training in five lessons. The first lesson is two hours and the remaining four lessons are an hour each. The minimum fee is $595 for private lessons in West Los Angeles and surrounding areas; however, fees vary depending on distance and travel time, and we'll give you an exact fee during our telephone conversation or you can refer to our Fee schedule. We do travel outside these areas, so please call 1-877-7-DOGGIE for more information. This program also includes either Puppy Kindergarten classes or the Basic Obedience/Manners classes (subject to my discretion) at no additional charge. Private Lessons - Dog Obedience/Manners Training Our most popular training package is six hours of private one-on-one training with you and your dog in five lessons. The minimum fee is $595 for private lessons in West Los Angeles and surrounding areas; however, fees vary depending on distance and travel time, and we'll give you an exact fee during our telephone conversation or you can refer to our Fee schedule. We do travel outside these areas, so please call 1-877-7-DOGGIE for more information. Some people want to work with a trainer one-on-one with our Basic Obedience and Manners Program includes these behaviors or commands. Or we can work on whatever you would like at each session. We can also work on whatever behavior issues (see below) your dog has. So you really do get a customized program.
With many of the private programs, you receive either the Dog Obedience/Manners classes (subject to my discretion) at no additional charge!
Private Lessons - Manners Magic - Doggie Life Skills & Impulse Control Is your dog constantly underfoot while you are preparing food? Or worse -- did s/he steal your dinner right off the table when you went to answer the phone? How about bugging you, barking at, or pestering your guests? Or even jumping on them with muddy paws? Or -- gasp! -- using your houseplants as a toilet? Do you want to change your dog's behavior in one lesson *without* having to teach him obedience lessons? We'll show you some easy and simple methods to prevent and control your dog NOW! This is one two-hour private lesson crash course in Manners Magic - Doggie Life Skills & Impulse Control that's a gift you give your dog AND yourself. Click here for more information. Private Lessons - Problem Solving & Behavior Issues Most dog behavior problems occur in the home, and many can easily be solved when you understand how and why your dog acts the way he does. We assess the cause of the problem and give you practical, clear-cut solutions which bring about positive change. Unfortunately, there is no "one size fits all" in behavior modification and problem solving. So we work with each dog and owner individually and personalize a program to accomplish your goals, and we work with you every step of the way. Most Problem Solving begins with the Basic Obedience Program which is a foundation program. Some problems disappear with Basic Obedience, and no further lessons are necessary -- other solutions are easier than you think! However, for those that need further training and guidance, there is an additional fee. Some common dog behavior issues we work with are:
Private Lessons - One Hour / One Issue In our phone conversation, we zero in on one issue and then make a one-hour appointment to deal with that one issue. Because of the brevity of the meeting, we will talk about the major points, and then you receive a written handout of the steps you need. Some issues such as separation anxiety, fear, and aggression are not appropriate for this program, and some issues may be symptoms of an underlying problem and may need further modification. But many issues are appropriate for this program, including:
The fee for this is $175-195 for the hour depending on travel time. Any further time after 60 minutes will be prorated. Private Lessons - Potty Training aka Housetraining or Housebreaking It's so sad that many dogs are given up for potty training issues. If you have tried everything and your dog still is not housetrained, then please call 1-877-7-DOGGIE. We can explain why what you're doing isn't working and then set up a customized program for you and your dog to give you the help you need. Many times it's so much easier than you think. Click here for more information. Private Lessons - Preparing Your Dog for a New Baby! Caryl Wolff is pleased to announce that she has been accepted as a Dogs & Storks presenter! Dogs & Storks is the first national program that certifies dog trainers to prepare dogs and their people for life with a new baby. Dogs & Storks has been featured on the front page of the Wall Street Journal. Please call Caryl at 1-877-7-DOGGIE for more information about this program and how she can help you and your dog prepare for your non-furry new family member!!! Private Lessons - Consultations We offer consultations on a number of topics from choosing a dog to moving with your dog to preparing your dog for a new baby.
We discuss what you want before our meeting. Then we meet and create a plan that is tailored to your lifestyle and your dog. Fees are determined by the time and distance involved but begin at $295 in West Los Angeles and selected surrounding areas and are generally two hours. Combination Group Classes & One Private Lesson
Do you have some friends with dogs who would like private sessions? Then the semi-private group lessons are for you. We meet with you and your friends at your home for five sessions. We work on basic obedience curriculum or trick training in the convenience of your home for a fraction of the cost of private lessons. Please call for a fee schedule. What is Day Training? It's an alternative to Board & Train. In Day Training, we come to your house to train your dog for a minimum of three times/week. Then the fourth day, we show you how we have trained your dog so that you can achieve the same results. Service Areas for Private Lessons Beverly Hills, Culver City, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, and West Los Angeles are the areas we service most frequently. Our primary service area for private dog and puppy training lessons extends from San Fernando Valley to South Bay (west of the San Diego Freeway) and east to downtown Los Angeles. We also service these communities throughout the Los Angeles area
Do you know someone who's getting a new puppy -- or maybe they just got one and need some help? The absolute BEST GIFT you can give a new puppy or dog is manners. So how about a gift certificate? Click here for more info. Or how about a friend or neighbor whose dog is driving you nuts? Be good friend and give them a gift certificate for any private lesson or group class in any dollar amount for any Doggie Manners training. Please call 1-877-7-DOGGIE for more information! Other Services - Board & Train You can board your dog while you are away, and we will come to train him. Click here for more information. Other Services - Private Training for your Dog If you would like a well-trained dog but don't have the time or the patience to do the training yourself, then this is the program for you. We come to your home and train your dog for you. Then we work with you so you can follow through with the exercises. Click here for more information Other Services - Speaking Engagements We are also available for speaking engagements on a whole host of dog and puppy training and behavior topics. We can tailor a presentation to your particular needs. Please call for more details 1-877-7-DOGGIE.
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Caryl Wolff is the *only* International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors
Certification Council for Pet Dog Trainers
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Certified
She also is a professional member of these dog training organizations. Association of
International Association of Canine Professionals
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