Dog Obedience Guy

Dog Obedience Guy offers several training programs designed to address various dog behaviors and training needs. In-Home Training is a primary service, focusing on resolving behavioral issues within the dog’s own environment, as many problems stem from their surroundings and interactions. This approach allows for the creation and implementation of a behavioral remodification plan tailored to the specific dog and owner.

Behavioral Remodification targets common issues such as excessive barking, jumping, counter surfing, digging, and door greeting. The trainer works with the dog in their home, using positive reinforcement and a balanced approach to identify and resolve the root cause of these behaviors. Aggressive Dog Training is also offered, addressing all types of aggression by identifying underlying triggers in the home environment and designing a specific behavioral plan.

For fearful and shy dogs, a specialized approach is used, starting in the home to establish a solid foundation and behavioral plan. This involves positive reinforcement, specific techniques, and desensitizing methods. Additionally, the business provides Board and Train programs, which are 2-week intensive periods where the dog stays with the trainer to learn basic commands like “sit,” “down,” “stay,” “wait,” “come,” and “leave it,” along with leash walking. Upon completion, the trainer teaches the owner how to maintain the training.

Off-Leash Training is another 2-week board-and-train program, specifically for dogs that tend to run off. This program covers all basic commands on and off-leash, plus advanced commands such as “by me,” recall with high-level distractions, and distance commands. After the training, the dog is returned fully trained, and the owner is taught how to transfer the leadership role and maintain the training quality, including how to tap into pack mentality to strengthen their bond.

Dog Obedience Guy is a dog training business led by Jonathan Washko, a certified behavioral trainer, with assistance from Raymie Needham. Jonathan has been training dogs since 2011 and is passionate about helping owners build a lasting bond with their pets.

The business specializes in behavioral remodification, addressing issues such as aggression, separation anxiety, leash reactivity, and fearfulness. They also offer general dog training, including basic obedience and off-leash training.

Their methodology uses a balanced approach, focusing on positive reinforcement and behavioral remodification without integrating dominance or painful methods. They aim to teach owners how their dog communicates and how to effectively establish a leadership role, building trust and connection.

Services include in-home training, where they work in the dog’s environment to address specific behavioral issues, and board-and-train programs for basic obedience and off-leash training. Raymie Needham, the assistant, helps with client scheduling and phone calls, bringing her personal experience with Jonathan’s training for her own service dog.

Accomplishments

Jonathan Washko is the owner and a certified behavioral trainer, with experience training dogs since 2011. Raymie Needham serves as an assistant, helping with client scheduling and phone calls. Raymie’s involvement began after Jonathan successfully trained her own German Shepherd to become a service dog for her daughter.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients are encouraged to call or text the business. Raymie Needham, the assistant, will help clients begin the process. A contact form is also available on the website for inquiries.