CJ’s Golden Home (Golden Retriever puppies) & Play Nice Therapy Dog Training

CJ’s Golden Home & Play Nice Therapy Dog Training offers a structured, multi-level training curriculum. It begins with “The Basics” for initial assessment and discussion of training needs. This is followed by a series of five-week courses, each meeting one day a week.

The curriculum progresses through “Preschool Training,” covering foundational skills like hand feeding, leash tethering, bite inhibition, eye contact, luring for sit and recall, potty training, and crate training. “Elementary School Training” builds on this with real-life reward systems, advanced sit and recall, down commands, and includes preparation for the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program. “Middle School Training” focuses on walking (including heeling), sit-stays, “Off” and “Take It” commands, and AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) training. “High School Training” advances these skills with distractions and distance for recalls and stays, standing poses, and advanced CGC training. The highest level, “College Level: Play Nice Therapy Dogs University,” introduces real-world reward systems and prepares dogs for therapy work in public and community settings, including community AKC CGC completion. Virtual training sessions via Zoom are also available for various needs.

Pricing Summary

Preschool Training is offered at a discounted rate of $75 for a five-week course for those who enroll from puppy purchase, with the normal price being $125. Elementary, Middle, and High School Training programs are each priced at $150 for a five-week course, meeting one day a week. Virtual training sessions are also available.

Policies

The business states, “If you are not satisfied with our service, whether its golden retriever breeding or canine training, we will do what it takes to make your experience better.” No specific cancellation or rescheduling policies are detailed.

CJ’s Golden Home & Play Nice Therapy Dog Training is a small business based in Wichita, Kansas, specializing in Golden Retriever breeding and comprehensive dog training services for all canines. They started their breeding operations in 2019, focusing on providing high-quality Golden Retriever puppies bred with love in a home setting, not a kennel. Their breeding program incorporates the “Badass Breeder” curriculum, which includes in-house whelping, 24/7 video monitoring, Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS), Early Scent Introduction (ESI), and thorough health and wellness checks for puppies. They also offer stud services for AKC registered Golden Dams.

For dog training, they emphasize positive reinforcement and offer custom training programs. They provide a satisfaction guarantee for both their breeding and training services.

Accomplishments

CJ’s Golden Home started its breeding business in 2019 and prides itself on being a small business that dedicates significant time and love to each puppy. They have implemented the “Badass Breeder” curriculum developed by Jeanette Forrey, which focuses on laying a foundation of critical skills like startle recovery, high approach, confidence building, and belief in their own abilities. Their breeding stock undergoes health testing, with links to K9data.com and wisdompanel.com provided for Judd and Cici.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can start by submitting a puppy application for Golden Retriever puppies or by making an appointment for dog training. For dog training, they can contact Chris via phone or email to find out more or schedule training directly. Virtual training sessions can be set up via Zoom.