Durango Family Dog Training

The Basic Manners Class is a 5-week online program designed for new puppies and adult dogs needing a refresher. It provides a foundation for positive clicker training and offers instant, perpetual access to the program content, along with one hour of live chat with Liz. This class can also be taken in person in Durango, CO.

The Online Puppy Class covers basic commands such as sit, stay, lay down, come when called, and walking on a leash. It includes a live orientation via video chat and one additional video chat session.

The Board and Train service is offered on a 32-acre property in Hesperus for puppies 4 months and younger. This program focuses on basic manners, including house training, crate training, leash walking, sit, stay, lay down, recall, tricks, and games. It also emphasizes exposing puppies to various experiences to ensure they become well-socialized dogs.

Pricing Summary

The “Bringing Home Puppy” book is available for $9.95. The Board and Train service costs $120 per day. Any purchase of an online class includes a one-hour Skype call with Liz at no additional fee.

Puppy Ph.D. by Durango Family Dog Training is a comprehensive dog training business offering personalized online training and live in-person classes in the Durango, Colorado area. The business is led by Liz, a certified professional dog trainer who founded Puppy Ph.D. to provide effective training programs for families with new dogs and to address various problem behaviors.

They specialize in positive dog training methods, explicitly stating that they do not use choke chains or shock collars. Their approach is science-based, with a strong emphasis on clicker training, which they believe is fast, fun, accurate, and positive, leading to lasting results.

Liz is passionate about working with kids and families, as well as service and therapy dogs. She continuously updates her knowledge by taking new classes and staying current with the most effective training techniques. In addition to dog training, she also offers breeder consultation and is known as a sought-after poodle breeder in Colorado.

Accomplishments

Liz is a certified professional dog trainer who created Puppy Ph.D. She is dedicated to continuing her education by taking new classes and staying current with the most effective science-based dog training methods. Liz is also recognized as one of the most sought-after poodle breeders in Colorado.

How to Get Started!

To get started with online classes, clients can register via the provided links to receive instant access to the class or book purchased. For live local classes in Durango, Colorado, or for private training, clients are advised to call or text 970-903-6145 to schedule. Any online class purchase includes a one-hour Skype call with Liz, who will contact the client within 48 hours to arrange the session.