Cheeky Dog Obedience

Cheeky Dog Obedience offers a comprehensive selection of dog training classes, scenting seminars, and private services. Their offerings include group classes like Basic Obedience, which covers fundamental skills such as coming when called, sit, down, stay, heeling, leash walking, and household manners. Obedience Games builds upon basic skills through fun activities, while Recall Class focuses specifically on developing a strong recall.

They also specialize in Nose Work, with classes like Intro to Nose Work and Novice Nose Work, which are open to all dogs and handlers for competition or fun, focusing on hunt drive, problem-solving, and confidence. In-home training and private lessons are available for personalized needs or busy schedules. Some classes, like Obedience Games, require Basic Obedience as a prerequisite or instructor approval. The business also provides workshops and social field trips.

Pricing Summary

Group classes are offered in 4-week or 6-week sessions, with prices typically ranging from $110 to $140. For example, Basic Obedience, Intro to Nose Work, and Novice Nose Work are 6-week classes for $140 each. Obedience Games and Recall Class are 4-week classes for $110 each. For personalized services such as in-home training, private lessons, or behavior consultations, clients are advised to contact the business for a customized plan and pricing.

Cheeky Dog Obedience, owned and trained by Marilee Cole, is a dog training business built on the principle that dogs are intelligent, social animals who want to understand what is asked of them and deserve consistent, fair rewards. The training philosophy emphasizes fun, positive, motivational, and science-based methods, focusing on building a strong relationship between dog and handler. Marilee does not advocate for or use shock, prong, or choke collars.

The business offers a variety of dog training, pet obedience, and fun classes, including group classes, private lessons, and in-home training. They aim to provide force-free, humane training that helps dogs learn faster and ensures a better experience for both dog and handler. In addition to training services, Cheeky Dog Obedience also sells dog-related equipment, toys, treats, and books.

Accomplishments

Marilee Cole, the owner and trainer of Cheeky Dog Obedience, has been training and trialing dogs for over 16 years, earning titles in agility, herding, and barn hunt. She attributes much of her training philosophy to two significant mentors: Debby Boehm, who taught her to make training fun for both dog and handler by finding the dog’s true motivation, and Kathrine Breeden, who taught her to view everything from the dog’s perspective. Marilee is committed to continuous learning, regularly attending training conferences, seminars, workshops, and webinars. She also considers her own dogs, including her first competition dog Spooky and her blind Border Collie Quinn, to be her best teachers.

How to Get Started!

To get started with Cheeky Dog Obedience, prospective clients can visit the services page to explore available training classes and private training options. They are encouraged to check the events calendar to find the right class for their dog and to register. For personalized services like in-home training, private lessons, or behavior consultations, clients should contact the business directly to arrange a customized plan.