Calm Nature Dog Training

Offers three main programs: In-Home Training, which addresses behaviors in the dog’s natural environment; Private Dog Training Lessons, one-on-one sessions tailored to specific issues; and Board and Train, an immersive 24/7 program where the dog stays with the trainer for intensive behavior modification. Puppy Training focuses on foundational skills, socialization, and house manners. All programs include owner education and transfer sessions to ensure consistency at home.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not publicly listed; clients are encouraged to contact directly for customized quotes based on program selection (in-home, private lessons, or Board and Train).

Policies

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Calm Nature Dog Training, based in Columbia, SC, is a professional dog training service led by Clarissa Hummel, a certified trainer with degrees in Wildlife Biology and Exotic Animal Training and Management. They specialize in personalized, science-based training using positive reinforcement and canine psychology to build trust, respect, and calm behavior in dogs of all ages and breeds. Services include in-home training, private lessons, puppy training, and a Board and Train program—all designed to address root causes of behavioral issues like reactivity, leash pulling, anxiety, and aggression without shock collars, food bribes, or force. Their approach emphasizes owner education so families can maintain long-term results and enjoy a stress-free bond with their dogs.

They serve Columbia and surrounding areas including Lexington, Irmo, and Chapin, offering flexible scheduling and customized plans that fit each dog’s unique needs and the owner’s lifestyle. Their training focuses on real-world scenarios, helping dogs behave calmly at home, on walks, and around people or other animals.

Clarissa’s methods are rooted in the Dog Calming Code by Doggy Dan, and she prioritizes gentle, effective communication over punishment, helping dogs and owners achieve lasting behavioral change together.

Accomplishments

Clarissa Hummel is certified through the Dog Trainer Academy by Doggy Dan, creator of the Dog Calming Code, which has helped over 80,000 dogs. She holds degrees in Wildlife Biology and Exotic Animal Training and Management, and has successfully transformed anxious and reactive dogs through compassionate, psychology-based methods.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins with a free initial consultation, followed by an assessment of the dog’s behavior and the owner’s goals. Based on this, a customized training plan is created and scheduled for in-home, private, or Board and Train programs.