David’s Dog Training

David’s Dog Training offers several private training programs. Puppy Kindergarten is for puppies 5-1/2 months and younger, covering housetraining, socialization, stopping unwanted behaviors like nipping, chewing, and jumping, beginning basic obedience, and puppy-proofing. This program includes six 1-hour lessons.

Obedience Training is for dogs older than 5-1/2 months, offering basic (on-leash) and advanced (off-leash) lessons. Dogs learn loose leash walking (heel/let’s walk), “no” or “eh eh” and “ok,” sit, automatic sit, stay, down, and come. Problematic behaviors like jumping, chewing, and barking can also be addressed. This program also consists of six 1-hour lessons.

Housetraining is available for puppies or adult dogs, focusing on crate training and providing a schedule to eliminate messes. Tune-Ups are offered for dogs who have previously undergone obedience training and need a refresher, with specific advice for current problems. Personal Dog Training is designed for busy owners, where David trains the dog, followed by lessons for the owner to understand how to work with their trained dog. Behavior Modification addresses specific problems such as territorial or possessive behavior, potty training issues, shyness or anxiety (separation anxiety, noise/sound phobias), inappropriate behaviors (counter surfing, excessive barking, jumping), and destructive behaviors (digging, chewing). The trainer also assists with choosing the right breed, temperament testing, introducing new dogs to family members (including babies and children), and puppy/dog proofing homes.

David’s Dog Training, based in Bayside, NY, offers expert dog training with a personal touch, led by a certified professional dog trainer. They are dedicated to providing customized training tailored to meet the needs of both the dog and owner.

The trainer uses gentle guidance and never employs harsh punishments, harsh corrections, prong, or shock collars. In addition to training the dog, they also teach owners how to work with their pets to reinforce learning. Each session is designed to be a fun and enjoyable experience, starting and ending on a positive note.

The business emphasizes honesty and integrity, staying current with the latest news, trends, and training techniques by attending workshops, seminars, and trade shows, and collaborating with colleagues. They also provide recommendations for dog products and dog care, and offer insights into dog nutrition, highlighting toxic chemicals to avoid in dog food.

They offer various private training programs, including Puppy Kindergarten, Obedience Training (basic and advanced), Housetraining, Tune-Ups, Personal Dog Training, and Behavior Modification. Online consultations and training via Zoom are also available.

Accomplishments

The trainer is a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA). They keep abreast of the latest news, trends, and training techniques by attending workshops, seminars, and trade shows. They also subscribe to trade journals, are a member of various dog-related organizations, and collaborate with colleagues.

Notable workshops and webinars attended include “How To Work Aggression Cases A-Z” by Mike Shikashio (2016), “How To Stay Safe While Working Aggression Cases” (2014), “Food Bowl Aggression” by Laura Waddell (2014), “Generalized Fear/Anxiety Case” (2014), “Building & Maintaining Veterinary Relationships” (2013), and several Dog Trainer Round Tables on topics like Territorial Aggression, Possession Aggression, Resource Guarding, Barrier Frustration, and training methodologies (2011). They also attended a “Training Bully Breeds Without Being A Bully!” workshop (2011).

How to Get Started!

Clients can contact David’s Dog Training by phone or email. The trainer is happy to answer any questions or concerns before, during, and after each training session.