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The best treat is a well-behaved Wonderdog.
Welcome to pet parenthood!
Getting a new dog is a big step and can be a bit overwhelming. There is so much information out there telling you how to succeed, and there is a lot of pressure to do it right. After all, you want your new dog to have the best of everything in life!
That's where I come in. I'm not just a dog trainer, I am a pet parent myself. I combine my expertise in dog training with my own experiences to bring you the best training for your four-legged family member. Whether you have a new puppy, a newly adopted dog, or are looking to troubleshoot some problem behaviors, I can help.
Wonderpuppy
Getting a puppy should be a fun time in life, but living with a new puppy can be super stressful! I’ve helped numerous puppy parents start off their lives together on the right paw, and I’m here for you, too! Together, we’ll work on socialization, body handling, and begin a few basic cues. This package is designed for puppies up to 16 weeks of age.
The wonderpuppy package includes:
Wonderpuppy training starter kit
One half-hour virtual puppy primer lesson
Four in-home private lessons (1 hr. each)
Instructional handouts
Access by email for troubleshooting between lessons
Investment: $600
Lessons outside of Gainesville, VA will have an additional travel fee based on your location. Please contact me to learn more.
Start your puppy’s training journey off on the right paw.
Fetch savings of 10% when you sign your new puppy up for both Wonderpuppy and Wonderdog Manners lessons today!
Wonderdog Manners
Make dog parenthood a walk in the park with Wonderdog Manners. Your dog will learn practical cues to make your life together easier and I’ll coach you on how to better communicate with your dog. We will work on: sit, down, stay, loose leash walking, attention, leave it, come, and settle on a mat. Together, we will take your dog from an underdog to a Wonderdog!
The Wonderdog Manners package includes:
Wonderdog training starter kit
One half-hour virtual primer lesson
Six in-home private lessons (1 hr. each)
Instructional handouts
Access by email for troubleshooting between lessons
Investment: $800
Lessons outside of Gainesville, VA will have an additional travel fee based on your location. Please contact me to learn more.
Wonderdog+
Life with a dog should be enjoyable for everyone, but sometimes dogs have bad habits that take a little extra work to get through. Things like blowing off a recall, pouncing on visitors at the door, and dragging you down the street on a walk are fun for your dog—but for you—not so much! Together, we will work on tackling these bad habits so you can go back to enjoying a stress-free life with your furry friend.
Fear, Reactivity, and Aggression
If your dog is struggling with fear, reactivity, or aggression, we will begin with a 90-minute consultation to discuss your goals for your dog, talk about management strategies, and go over preliminary training and management tips. After our consultation, I will determine a package that is right for you and your dog based on your unique needs.
The Wonderdog+ package includes:
Wonderdog training starter kit
One half-hour virtual primer lesson
Multiple in-home private lessons (1 hr. each)
Personalized lesson plans and homework assignments
Access by email for troubleshooting between lessons
Investment: Packages start at $1,200 for 6 lessons
90 Minute Consultation: $300
Lessons outside of Gainesville, VA will have an additional travel fee based on your location. Please contact me to learn more.
“I have a very sweet Italian Greyhound, who was scared and lacked confidence when I first got her. I wanted to teach Ruby basic commands while bonding with her in only a positive way. Since working with Eryn, Ruby’s confidence improved dramatically and the best part of all is I’ve been able to watch her flourish to the boss lady of our house! Eryn sets very realistic, attainable goals and is flexible to the way Ruby learns. For example, before I started with Eryn I could not get Ruby to sit for the life of me. I tried all the tricks and since Ruby had no problem getting in the down position Eryn had the brilliant idea of luring Ruby into a sit from a down which worked like a charm. Ruby can be quick to shut down, which Eryn could see and always make the proper suggestion to get her engaged again. I also very much appreciate that she is very kind and never makes me feel bad for mistakes that I make. I can’t thank Eryn enough for all of her help and insight to boost Ruby’s confidence. Ruby went from a dog who didn’t want to leave the house, would hide if I needed to take her somewhere to a confident girl who asks to go on walks, six months ago I did not think this was possible.”
-Megan and “Ruby”
Your dog deserves a training plan as unique as they are.
Fear Free
I use positive reinforcement training methods, backed by the latest science about dog behavior. I don’t use fear, intimidation, or pain to train your dog.
Family Friendly
Positive reinforcement training is family friendly. I welcome (and encourage!) your entire family to participate in your dog’s training program.
Fun
A good relationship with your dog is at the heart of a successful training plan. That’s why I make sure that training is fun for you and your dog!