https://wonderdog.training/training-insights daily 0.75 2026-04-05 https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/why-fine-is-not-fine monthly 0.5 2026-04-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/2fa068b5-aee7-4d18-8206-351476775e19/wd-fine-not-fine-hero-2.jpg Training Insights - Why “Fine” is Not Fine - Make it stand out This dog’s squinted eyes, tongue licking lips, and face turned away from the camera indicate he’s not “fine.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/c6f1ede9-a4ed-400b-a5ef-06e69c353fd3/Canine-Ladder-of-Aggression.jpg Training Insights - Why “Fine” is Not Fine - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/a4d75c96-2ddb-469b-a194-8c72a7926f06/Calm-Relaxed-or-Shut-Down-24x.jpg Training Insights - Why “Fine” is Not Fine - Make it stand out Image courtesy of Lili Chin https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/your-reactive-dog-doesnt-need-obedience-training monthly 0.5 2026-02-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/3043fd92-1fc5-439f-9c30-d4871acf867d/reactive-dog-1.jpg Training Insights - Your Reactive Dog Doesn’t Need Obedience Training  - Make it stand out Eryn uses “touch,” a hand target cue, to redirect Hossa away from potential triggers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/46036905-bf74-444d-8f06-45a000eee4f9/reactive-dog-2.jpg Training Insights - Your Reactive Dog Doesn’t Need Obedience Training  - Make it stand out Hossa enjoys a relaxed walk without reacting to other dogs. https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/benefits-group-dog-training-class monthly 0.5 2026-01-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/ca15ed41-f0bf-44e2-8bbd-ff9240a99191/wd-adult-class.jpg Training Insights - The Power of Group Training Classes - Make it stand out Bernie, the Golden Retriever and Daphne, the Boxer work on their manners during Wonderdog Manners. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/7bddc6cc-6750-480e-a8a1-814607782689/wd-puppyclass.jpg Training Insights - The Power of Group Training Classes - Make it stand out Pippa, the Goldendoodle, builds confidence solving a puzzle toy during Wonderpuppy Pre-K. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/2d63bc10-bcbd-4656-85bd-d974f6a78660/wd-adult-class-2.jpg Training Insights - The Power of Group Training Classes - Make it stand out Harper, the Wondermutt, practices relaxing on her mat during Wonderdog Manners. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/cc5f35ec-0587-4f3b-abe3-f7bcb5e61654/testimonial-harper.png Training Insights - The Power of Group Training Classes - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/pat-miller-level-2-academy monthly 0.5 2026-01-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/eef2b004-93ce-4253-b4d8-3d142f3264fb/bmod-cert.jpg Training Insights - Pat Miller Behavior Modification Academy Graduate - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/holiday-management-tips monthly 0.5 2026-01-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/a340491f-1dd6-4c4a-84e8-e7c15c679b2e/wd-dog-cookie.jpg Training Insights - Holiday Management Tips - Make it stand out Keep Fido out of your Christmas cookies with these holiday management tips. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/3a6a3a32-854c-445b-8b84-5423c5e7fe22/wd-gate.jpg Training Insights - Holiday Management Tips - Make it stand out Baby gates are an excellent management tool that can be used for a wide variety of behavior problems from counter surfing to jumping on guests. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/3c9e0850-7b2d-4057-90b6-69fc4e7eda6b/wd-xpen-tree.jpg Training Insights - Holiday Management Tips - Make it stand out Putting an exercise pen around your Christmas tree is a great way to make sure your new puppy doesn’t come to love stealing ornaments. https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/halloween-spooks monthly 0.5 2025-10-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/06baeb35-4a4f-45a8-8a10-6435b4cca916/wd-halloween-cover-photo.jpg Training Insights - Halloween Spooks - Make it stand out Help your dog have a stress-free Halloween by keeping dress up to a minimum! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/af1a7db8-8aa3-49d2-b339-c51b531ec1ce/wd-halloween-swissie.jpg Training Insights - Halloween Spooks - Make it stand out Skip the full-blown costume and opt for a Halloween photo of your dog and some cute props, instead! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/ca93d8af-7e38-4db2-9059-8c928e34b5ac/wd-halloween-doxie.jpg Training Insights - Halloween Spooks - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/fireworks-and-fido monthly 0.5 2025-06-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/c72b29e5-4061-4425-aa84-1ccd79c0977b/wd-4th-july-main.jpg Training Insights - Fireworks and Fido - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/eae3105b-43a9-4baa-b0c6-80d4126bf584/wd-zen-den.jpg Training Insights - Fireworks and Fido - Make it stand out When properly trained, a crate can provide a space for your dog to feel safe during fireworks shows. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/77a4e320-6916-45c8-b43b-eb2b236659a5/wd-exercise-swimming.jpg Training Insights - Fireworks and Fido - Make it stand out Swimming provides great exercise on a hot and humid Fourth of July. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/c803dc8a-776c-40d1-a941-7103b7dedfce/wd-lickmat.jpg Training Insights - Fireworks and Fido - Make it stand out A lick mat smeared with peanut butter or wet canned food provides your dog a self-soothing activity to enjoy in their Zen Den during fireworks shows in Northern Virginia. https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/no-more-jumping monthly 0.5 2025-04-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/1744072459395-EC9TWWGZX8PG8X962KYD/wd-watermarked-photos-no-jump.jpg Training Insights - No More Jumping - Make it stand out Allie and Reagan learned that sitting pays off better than jumping. https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/how-to-properly-socialize-your-new-puppy monthly 0.5 2025-04-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/20048028-f32e-433f-985c-0abb2c47388f/socialization-3.jpg Training Insights - How to Properly Socialize Your New Puppy - Make it stand out Puppies are always assessing things from a perspective of “safe” or “unsafe” and can build confidence by doing simple exercises such as learning to go through tunnels. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/47905544-59c7-46ef-a379-b75e20b4dc1d/socialization-1.jpg Training Insights - How to Properly Socialize Your New Puppy - Make it stand out Puppy socialization should start early and include focus on safe and fun interaction with novelty. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/5b5548a8-209b-4e66-972e-a6d4f4d5c400/Canine-Body-Language-Orig.jpg Training Insights - How to Properly Socialize Your New Puppy - Make it stand out Use this infographic by Lili Chin to reference common body language cues your puppy may display! https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/pat-miller-level-1-academy monthly 0.5 2025-11-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/d4943975-24ea-4227-957a-ea78797e2761/PPaws-Certificate-Level1.jpg Training Insights - Pat Miller Level 1 Academy Graduate - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/help-my-puppy-turned-into-a-terrible-teenager monthly 0.5 2025-04-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/cd5bcec1-8942-4efa-aeae-e2a1482f23a8/wd-adolescent-hero.jpg Training Insights - Help! My Puppy Turned into a Terrible Teenager. - Make it stand out Leash tug is a frustrating game for you—but a fun one for your dog! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/d066ff4a-03b7-4a6f-9a37-64385fddf790/wd-adolescent-swimming.jpg Training Insights - Help! My Puppy Turned into a Terrible Teenager. - Make it stand out Swimming provides great physical exercise for your adolescent dog. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/a0a6e86c-3b6d-4a2a-a96b-d4d73d3b3669/wd-adolescent-playing.jpg Training Insights - Help! My Puppy Turned into a Terrible Teenager. - Make it stand out Adolescent dogs need to play! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/41019e3a-01b5-4d9d-b436-14d9d99237c8/wd-adolescent-training.jpg Training Insights - Help! My Puppy Turned into a Terrible Teenager. - Make it stand out Teach your adolescent dog the skills they need through positive reinforcement and practice daily! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/c12fa3d3-78f7-42fe-b7a2-7681f65375e0/wd-adolescent-puzzle.jpg Training Insights - Help! My Puppy Turned into a Terrible Teenager. - Make it stand out Puzzle toys make for a great mentally stimulating activity for your adolescent dog. https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/surviving-puppyhood monthly 0.5 2025-04-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/12fa7f26-1831-45f9-b148-328345f2f12f/wd-puppyhood-1.jpg Training Insights - Surviving Puppyhood - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/e7ec34df-75d8-40d7-9c2f-23ef03607075/wd-puppyhood-2.jpg Training Insights - Surviving Puppyhood - Make it stand out Our black lab puppy, Reagan, always had tons of toys in her exercise pen (especially at meal time!). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/b8ac7a37-59c7-4379-bd14-305db7b8e77e/wd-puppyhood-3.jpg Training Insights - Surviving Puppyhood - Make it stand out A young puppy enjoys an age-appropriate chew. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/23da98a2-23d4-4b6a-ba54-fc9a4d6d70ea/wd-puppyhood-4.jpg Training Insights - Surviving Puppyhood - Make it stand out Your puppy will offer a lot of attention to you when they are young. Now is the time to pay for it! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/523419c0-bda1-4d1a-b455-f28a69e769be/wd-puppyhood-5.jpg Training Insights - Surviving Puppyhood - Make it stand out Sniffing is usually a good indication your puppy is going to squat and potty. Take your puppy outside often and make sure you are ready to reward when they do! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/334f4f37-9358-4f60-9876-e350998afbd3/wd-puppyhood-6.jpg Training Insights - Surviving Puppyhood - Make it stand out Rewarding your puppy for moments of calm will help them become more frequent. https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/dog-training-for-busy-pet-parents monthly 0.5 2025-04-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/d6ffefb0-d9d3-45c8-8c0e-2ff968d0b02d/wd-tips-1.jpg Training Insights - Dog Training for Busy Pet Parents - Make it stand out There are reinforcers all around you! Get creative and ask your dog to do something you like (sit!) to gain access to something they like (tug!). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/4503b47d-4012-4eed-8bbf-5e47cae702d6/wd-tips-2.jpg Training Insights - Dog Training for Busy Pet Parents - Make it stand out A young puppy learns to sit nicely for his dinner. Each time you feed your dog is an opportunity to reinforce nice behavior! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/7d3be5ba-a4a7-4c70-a276-1de10d127be6/wd-tips-3.jpg Training Insights - Dog Training for Busy Pet Parents - Make it stand out Catch your dog doing the right thing! Reinforce them for laying down in spots you want them to, like a blanket on the couch. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/7696fc5e-d846-439e-a1f6-60d89f1473c0/wd-tips-4.jpg Training Insights - Dog Training for Busy Pet Parents - Make it stand out Leave a jar of treats in each room you and your dog frequently go in. Catch them doing things you like, such as laying on their bed, and reward them with one of your 50 treats! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/ac1133dd-d38a-44c9-a07e-c249ee7bf746/wd-tips-5.jpg Training Insights - Dog Training for Busy Pet Parents - Make it stand out Dog training helps shape a dog that your entire family can enjoy. https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/dog-training-certification-achievement monthly 0.5 2024-09-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/215913ad-adcc-433f-9bf3-6a048f1c9934/ccpdt-cert.png Training Insights - Dog Training Certification Achievement - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/dog-training-tools monthly 0.5 2025-04-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/4270c3e7-d709-4268-9c8a-c4427c9f1b72/wd-trainingtools.jpg Training Insights - The Truth About Dog Training Tools - Make it stand out Electronic collars are an aversive training tool that causes fear, anxiety, and stress in dogs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/2018594b-0427-41f6-9421-4862a04986db/wd-trainingtools-aversives.jpg Training Insights - The Truth About Dog Training Tools - Make it stand out Prong collars are used to “correct” dog’s behavior by providing painful feedback to the dog. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/4fffb55c-f740-4cac-827a-621913973ea8/wd-trainingtools-aversives-2.jpg Training Insights - The Truth About Dog Training Tools - Make it stand out Aversive tools, like prong collars, can cause your dog to bark and lunge in reaction to other dogs and people. These dogs don’t need corrections, they need empathy and humane training. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/9ed79f26-78b2-4ae6-8193-2b88212182fb/wd-trainingtools-rplus.jpg Training Insights - The Truth About Dog Training Tools - Make it stand out Clicker training your dog reduces fear, anxiety, and stress through creating positive experiences. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/fbea1922-bc9d-44c5-b10d-0583dbc61686/12717148_1760313907533948_247027332574042286_n.jpg Training Insights - The Truth About Dog Training Tools - Make it stand out Boogie’s Pay Scale, graphic courtesy of Lili Chin. www.doggiedrawings.net https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/92befa5a-27c5-4eec-9cca-5b996c90f24f/wd-trainingtools-rplus-2.jpg Training Insights - The Truth About Dog Training Tools - Make it stand out Hossa loved positive reinforcement dog training and was always an engaged learner! https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/canine-enrichment monthly 0.5 2023-09-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/1f0753ac-8c93-4ac3-8a75-a6af6f77859e/wd-canine-enrichment-blogheader-2.jpg Training Insights - Canine Enrichment 101 - Make it stand out Did you know that foraging for food in a snuffle mat is a great way to provide your dog with mental exercise? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/703b093c-058f-45e1-9e25-eb83b3ff1feb/wd-canine-enrichment-toy.jpg Training Insights - Canine Enrichment 101 - Make it stand out Kong Classic toys, or just “Kongs” are a favorite canine enrichment toy in our house. We always have a few filled with treats, frozen, and on hand for when they are needed! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/4ffb07e3-662d-43d0-8ebe-2946e87394d8/kong-wobbler.png Training Insights - Canine Enrichment 101 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/cee71fd8-07ce-4ffb-a52e-43ee7c3c30c3/kong-classic.png Training Insights - Canine Enrichment 101 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/01c78173-5cba-403c-bc26-bc7ace4ec9ba/dog-tornado.png Training Insights - Canine Enrichment 101 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/182f20f4-4e4d-4cc4-bf6b-740bd9d8d446/trixie.png Training Insights - Canine Enrichment 101 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/c76c1ffd-3acd-4185-b305-1982d1d44b94/snuffle-mat.png Training Insights - Canine Enrichment 101 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/6c11df87-e90c-4445-b625-249127db6b85/holee-roller.png Training Insights - Canine Enrichment 101 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/eca03186-4251-4caf-bf4e-7dc111c63213/woof.png Training Insights - Canine Enrichment 101 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/bb21fcaf-8ab1-4007-bb51-cc1601f40452/wd-enrichmentactivities.jpg Training Insights - Canine Enrichment 101 - Make it stand out You can make your own enrichment activities with items commonly found around the house! Here, a shelter dog enjoys the muffin tin and tennis ball game. Photo courtesy of Best Dog Studio. https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/how-to-potty-train-your-puppy monthly 0.5 2025-07-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/1672688162211-V0GIQ01QK913NKNGZ85C/wd-pottytrainpuppy.jpg Training Insights - How to Potty Train Your Puppy - Make it stand out Potty training can be very tiring for new puppy owners. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/e24b2ffc-8e14-4ced-b624-60ae9415b3df/wd-pottytrainingpup-1.jpg Training Insights - How to Potty Train Your Puppy - Make it stand out Potty training is not a natural thing for your puppy. Your consistency is key to their success. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/e0828d45-a017-46af-9103-8c0f05de15f9/wd-pottytrainingpup-2.jpg Training Insights - How to Potty Train Your Puppy - Make it stand out Keep your puppy closely supervised to avoid accidents. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/9d9a0ad4-55b8-46e4-83d9-f071826971e7/wd-pottytrainingpup-3.jpg Training Insights - How to Potty Train Your Puppy - Make it stand out A dog crate is an excellent management tool for potty training. https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/clicker-training-dogs monthly 0.5 2025-04-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/6c16470d-83b9-4574-8e99-cf968b588e1d/wd-clicker-training-2.jpg Training Insights - Clicker Training Dogs - Make it stand out Allie earns a click and treat for sitting nicely in front of me. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/3836ac4f-2d71-42d2-8f2f-baf37e279dc6/wd-clicker-training-1.jpg Training Insights - Clicker Training Dogs - Make it stand out A Wonderdog box clicker and treat apron is part of our dog training starter kit! https://wonderdog.training/training-insights/how-to-pick-a-good-dog-trainer monthly 0.5 2025-04-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/1736862412096-CJN1OVJ62EXY9TKYLBH4/wd-how-to-pick-trainer-2025.jpg Training Insights - How to Pick a Good Dog Trainer - Make it stand out With all the information on how to train your dog online, how do you know where to start? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/cdde341f-e6a4-4721-b7e8-ba9037301dcd/wd-how-to-pick-trainer-2.jpg Training Insights - How to Pick a Good Dog Trainer - Make it stand out Allie is learning a “touch” behavior using a clicker. No punishment for getting it wrong, just reinforcement when she gets it right! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/9be08e88-c73a-41c1-86e9-bc165ff3d0e1/wd-how-to-pick-trainer-3.jpg Training Insights - How to Pick a Good Dog Trainer - Make it stand out Allie is lured into a sit. She gets a click to mark the behavior as the right thing to do, and a treat to reinforce the behavior! 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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. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/66c5a878-6913-41e6-b55b-5df57c3dba79/wonderpuppy-training.png Private Lessons - 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 Payment plans are available. Lessons outside of Gainesville, VA will have an additional travel fee based on your location. Please contact me to learn more. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/617c866b-c322-40e3-a54a-db317a5952a3/wonderdog-manners.png Private Lessons - 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: $900 Payment plans are available. Lessons outside of Gainesville, VA will have an additional travel fee based on your location. Please contact me to learn more. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/b24c3346-b269-49c4-a680-d582bdfff639/wonderdog-manners-plus.png Private Lessons - 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. 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 $1,140 for 6 lessons Payment plans are available. Lessons outside of Gainesville, VA will have an additional travel fee based on your location. 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Now that your new bundle of joy is home, you may feel a bit overwhelmed figuring out where to start with training. You are not alone! Join a group of committed puppy parents each week for an hour of all things puppy. During this six-week class, you’ll get information on common puppy predicaments such as potty training and puppy biting. Plus, your puppy will get the opportunity to learn foundation behaviors and participate in guided socialization activities led by a certified professional dog trainer. When: Sundays at 11:00 am (Please note, classes end May 31 and will resume in the fall) Where: Summit Veterinary Care Class Type: Open Enrollment - 6 Sessions Registration Fee: $300 REQUIREMENTS: Puppies should be allowed to settle into their new home for at least 7 days before beginning class. Puppies must begin class before 14 weeks of age. Puppies should have received a minimum of one dose of DAPP (distemper) and Bordetella before attending class. Frequently Asked Questions https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/5b1f08f0-4bc6-4522-b94e-26c8b23a9265/wonderdog+manners+group.png Group Classes - Wonderdog Manners For dogs 16 weeks and older 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. Together, we will work on training your dog to sit, down, stay, walk on a loose leash, offer attention, leave it, come, and settle on a mat. Please note that this class is not suitable for dogs who struggle with reactive or aggressive behaviors toward other dogs and/or humans. When: Sundays at 12:30 pm Class Dates: Classes will resume in Fall 2026 Where: Summit Veterinary Care Registration Fee: $300 REQUIREMENTS: All dogs should be up-to-date on Rabies, DAPP, Lepto, Bordetella, and should have a negative fecal test prior to attending class. 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The Wonderdog behavior consultation includes: One 90-minute behavior consultation (may be in-person or virtual, depending on the case) A detailed behavior report outlining my professional recommendations Investment: $300 Consultations outside of Gainesville, VA will have an additional travel fee based on your location. Please contact me to learn more. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622282f34624dc56c6ae1c03/1d6e6320-4d77-433c-bb8c-1c5e34d66b7e/bmod+lessons.png Behavior Modification - Wonderdog Behavior Modification Lessons Wonderdog Behavior Modification lessons are where real change begins. Living with a dog exhibiting reactive, fearful, or aggressive behaviors can feel isolating and exhausting. You may be avoiding walks, bracing for visitors, or constantly on edge — wondering if things will ever get better. These lessons focus on building the skills your dog needs to feel safer and more comfortable in the world. Using science-based, humane training methods, we’ll implement a personalized plan that addresses the underlying emotional drivers of behavior — not just outward reactions. Each lesson builds on the last, helping your dog develop healthier coping strategies while giving you the tools to support lasting progress at home and in real-life situations. The Wonderdog behavior Modification 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: I will recommend the length of your initial package based on the needs discussed during your consultation. 6 Lessons - $1,140 8 Lessons - $1,520 10 Lessons - $1,900 Payment plans are available. Lessons outside of Gainesville, VA will have an additional travel fee based on your location. 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