First Choice Canine

First Choice Canine offers several customized dog training programs, all delivered in a board and train format. The **Puppy Package** (8 weeks to 5 months, 1-2 weeks) focuses on good manners, imprinting for sit/down, leash walking, and socialization. The **On-Leash Obedience** program (5 months and older) covers sit, down (implied stay), loose leash walking, place command, and come (on long line), along with basic manners.

The **Advanced Off-Leash Obedience** program is for dogs who completed on-leash training, providing off-leash control, reliable recall, and heeling. The **On & Off-Leash Obedience** program combines both for dogs with no prior training, typically a 4-week board and train with handler training and follow-up sessions. The **SuperDog!** package is an exceptional residential program including in-home boarding, on & off-leash obedience, customized training, manners, public integration, socialization, and behavior modification/aggressive dog rehabilitation.

The **Board and Train Express** (1-2 weeks) is a basic option for on-leash obedience and manners, suitable for those needing a jump start or basic training while traveling, but does not address behavioral problems. They also offer **Trick Training** as an add-on or separately, **Maintenance Training** in a group format for post-program brush-ups, and **Protection Training** for working or sport dogs, starting with an evaluation.

Pricing Summary

The Puppy Package starts at $1250/week for a 1 or 2 week board and train. The On-Leash Obedience program starts at $1250/week. The Board and Train Express program starts at $1050/week for a 1 or 2 week format. Program costs and lengths are customized based on individual dog and owner needs after an evaluation. Payments are accepted by check, PayPal, or credit card. All programs are offered in a board and train format.

Policies

There may be a wait time for aggressive dog rehabilitation services. First Choice Canine does not guarantee training outcomes due to variables like owner reinforcement and potential changes in dog behavior, but they do guarantee great customer service and support. All dogs must be up to date on rabies, distemper, parvo, and bordetella vaccines before training.

First Choice Canine is a dog training business that provides customized training plans for dogs in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. They focus on understanding each dog’s personality to determine the most effective training approach, aiming for reliable and long-lasting results. Their philosophy extends beyond just teaching commands to the dog; they also educate owners on how to understand their dog and maintain the training.

They offer a variety of programs including puppy training, on & off-leash obedience, behavior modification, and aggressive dog rehabilitation. First Choice Canine prides itself on client interaction both during and after training, offering ongoing support for the lifetime of the dog through one-on-one handling sessions and group maintenance classes.

The business was founded by Khaled Behisy, an experienced trainer who has worked with dogs for high-profile clients such as celebrities, government officials, FBI agents, S.W.A.T, royalty, and business executives. All their programs are offered in a board and train format, with options for dogs to stay at their training center or in a trainer’s home.

Accomplishments

Khaled Behisy founded First Choice Canine. He has trained dogs for celebrities, government officials, FBI agents, S.W.A.T, royalty, and business executives. First Choice Canine is also an AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Evaluator.

How to Get Started!

Clients begin by learning about the available training services. Next, they schedule a training consultation at the Brentwood, NH location. Once ready to proceed, clients sign a contract and arrange payment. Finally, they schedule their first session or dog drop-off date, ensuring the dog is up to date on all required vaccines (rabies, distemper, parvo, bordetella).