Courageous Canines Dog Training
Ranked #1 in Trenton and #25 in New Jersey
Service area: Courageous Canines proudly serves Southeastern Pennsylvania, including Bucks County, Montgomery County, and North Philadelphia. They also serve Central New Jersey, including Mercer County, Hunterdon County, Burlington County, Monmouth County, Camden County, Ocean County, Somerset County, and Middlesex County. They work within approximately 45 minutes of Trenton, New Jersey, covering specific towns like Doylestown, New Hope, Levittown, Trenton, Hamilton, Princeton, Cherry Hill, and more. Clients are encouraged to inquire if their specific location is covered.
Service Overview
Types of Dog Training
- Family Dog
- Behavior Modification
Specialty Focus Areas
- Fearfulness
- Separation Anxiety
- Reactivity / Aggression
- aggression
- Resource Guarding
- Barking Excessively
- Potty Training
- Biting / Nipping
- Jumping on People
- Stealing Food
- Leash Pulling
- Basic Obedience
Training Formats Offered
- Private Lessons
- In-Home
- Video Calls
Program Formats
- One-Time Consultation
- Sessions Package
Types of Dogs
- Small
- Medium
- Large
- Giant
Age of Dogs Trained
- Puppy (<1 year)
- Adolescent (1-2 years)
- Adult (2-8 years)
- Senior (8+ years)
Dog Training Methodology
Methods:
- ✓ Positive Reinforcement Only
Equipment:
- ✓ Food Rewards
Courageous Canines offers individually crafted behavioral training programs that focus on positive and force-free techniques. They provide in-home consultations where a certified dog trainer evaluates your dog in their home environment, offers basic advice, and recommends next steps. In-home lessons provide hands-on training for owners and family members to achieve goals in basic obedience and leash walking, and to modify unwanted behaviors such as fear, anxiety, and aggression. Support is provided during and after training. Virtual consultations are also available via Zoom, Teams, or telephone for insight, advice, and referrals to local trainers if needed.
Pricing & Policies
Pricing Summary
Pricing and availability for private in-home consultations and training programs vary slightly based on distance. Virtual consultations are offered at a flat rate. Package rates are available for in-home lessons. Accepted forms of payment include Cash, Check, Venmo, PayPal, Zelle, and Cash App. Mobile Pay/Debit/Credit is also accepted with a 3% surcharge.
About the Trainer
Courageous Canines Dog Training is a positive dog training and behavioral specialist business dedicated to educating owners and empowering dogs. They utilize force-free techniques to help dogs learn to be their best.
Their behavioral training programs are individually crafted to meet your goals and your dog’s personality. They focus on replacing unwanted, annoying, and even dangerous behaviors by using positive conditioning to build better habits.
Courageous Canines teaches owners to take control of their dog’s energy through various methods, including focus and energy control exercises, obedience and redirection, physical games and mental puzzles, safe play habits, and leash walking routines. They aim to help you effectively communicate with your dog, transforming challenges into opportunities for lasting progress. They emphasize that dogs learn best from well-placed instructions and rewards, not harsh punishments.
Accomplishments
The owner and lead trainer of Courageous Canines LLC is Collin Roche, who holds the CPDT-KA certification. The business was founded in 2016.
How to Get Started!
To schedule or inquire about private dog training consultations or lessons, clients are asked to briefly describe their needs and include their approximate location. Contact can be made via phone, email, or the contact form on their website.
Contact Information
Certifications
- CPDT-KA
Misc Features
- wheelchair accessible parking