Lisa’s Nosy Puppers Dog Training

Nosy Puppers Dog Training offers a comprehensive curriculum structured into six progressive levels: Puppy/Beginner, AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy, Intermediate, Environmental Cues, AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC), and Therapy Dog.

The Puppy/Beginner class is 7 weeks long, starting with 2 weeks without the dog (Intro to Dogs & Markers) and 5 weeks with the dog, covering Focus, Sit, Down, Come, Loose Leash Walking, potty training, jumping, barking, and leash pulling. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is Level Two, an 8-week program preparing for the CGC exam, focusing on duration markers, handling, Leave It, advanced Loose Leash Walking, Come, and Wait.

Intermediate classes, 7 weeks long, focus on Heeling (advanced loose leash walking) and Long Stays, beneficial for reactive dogs. Environmental Cues, Level Two of Intermediate, teaches dogs to respond to subtle environmental signals like automatic sits, settling, waiting at doors, and finding their spot. Advanced classes include AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC), an 8-week program covering 10 evaluations for well-behaved dogs, and Therapy Dog, a 7-week class focusing on human-dog interactions and emotional intelligence for therapy work.

Pricing Summary

Group classes are generally $200 for 7 weeks, with a cash price of $195 via Venmo or Zelle. The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy class is 8 weeks for $232 ($225 cash), excluding AKC fees. The AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) class is 8 weeks for $273 ($265 cash), also excluding AKC fees. Therapy Dog classes are $200 for 7 weeks ($195 cash), with certification exams at an additional cost through a chosen organization.

Private lessons at their Fairfield facility cost $150 per session, or $800 for a package of six. In-home private lessons within a 20-minute radius are $225 per session, or $1200 for a package of six. Prong collar lessons are $150 per private session. Payment options include Zelle, Venmo (friend-to-friend to Lisa Marsnik at 412-735-5594), or credit card via class-specific links.

Policies

Nosy Puppers has a strict no-refund policy for all paid reservations, including group classes and makeup lessons, as spots are non-transferable and cannot be resold once booked. Makeup lessons are available for $35 each, must be scheduled in advance (no 5-minute notifications), and are limited to one per level, requiring completion before the next continuous class.

For vaccinations, dogs need current DAPP (Distemper/Parvo combination) and Rabies vaccines, verified by a vet receipt. Puppies require three legitimate DAPP shots by the third week of Puppy/Beginner class, and breeder cards without vaccine vial labels are not accepted. Incomplete vaccinations will result in non-participation without a refund.

Payment confirms class enrollment, which is limited to four dogs per level, so prompt payment is advised. Classes are held in the Parkway Community Church parking lot in Fairfield, which can be cooler due to a microclimate. In cases of extreme weather (heat, cold, rain), classes are canceled and rescheduled for the following week, adjusting the overall timeline.

Lisa is the owner and operator of Nosy Puppers Dog Training, established in 2021. Her passion for dog training grew after rescuing Dogo Argentinos, having owned five over 24 years. Nosy Puppers offers a unique program structured into six levels, from Puppy/Beginner to Therapy Dog, designed to help dog owners learn alongside their pets.

The business aims to help dogs and owners succeed together, guiding them from puppyhood to advanced training using scientifically proven marker training methods for clear communication and quick learning. They provide both group classes and private lessons, with a board and train option also available and negotiable.

Accomplishments

Lisa has been the owner and operator of Nosy Puppers Dog Training since 2021. She has a personal history with Dogo Argentinos, having owned five over 24 years, and dedicated 14 years to classes in competition obedience and protection sports. Lisa completed her training at the Michael Ellis School for Dog Trainers in 2014. Following this, she spent seven years contributing to Petco and Petsmart’s programs, where she successfully trained 50 to 80 dogs weekly. Her enthusiasm was recently reignited by a week-long seminar at the Michael Ellis School.

How to Get Started!

To begin training with Lisa’s Nosy Puppers Dog Training, the quickest method is to call or text Lisa at 412-735-5594. Alternatively, clients can fill out the contact form on the website for email communication. To reserve a class spot, payment is required in advance via Zelle or Venmo (friend-to-friend to Lisa Marsnik at 412-735-5594) or by credit card through the specific class link. It is advisable to text Lisa to inform her of the payment method, type, and the class being reserved, as payment confirms enrollment and classes are limited to four dogs.