Oliver & Co. Dog Training and Caretaking

Day training requires drop-off at least twice weekly, with daily summaries and homework. Board and train programs last 4–6 weeks, customizable with home visits, and include a go-home lesson and follow-up. Private lessons are one-hour in-home sessions focused on specific issues or behavior modification. All programs are individually tailored based on the dog’s needs, breed, and owner’s lifestyle. No one-size-fits-all approach.

Pricing Summary

Day training (Puppy Pre-K) is $55 per session. Board and train starts at $600 per week (4–6 weeks), excluding tools, food, or gear. Private lessons start at $125 per hour, with higher rates for aggression cases. Boarding rates vary. Transport and pet sitting services available upon inquiry. A December discount of 20% off new training programs applies (excludes aggression/behavior modification).

Policies

No explicit cancellation or rescheduling policies are stated. Programs require booking and payment in advance. Discount offer valid only for programs booked and purchased in December before Christmas. Board and train does not include tools, food, or gear. Aggression and behavior modification services are excluded from promotional discounts.

Oliver & Co. Dog Training and Caretaking is run by Shirley Lee, a certified dog trainer with over 9 years of experience working with dogs of all breeds, ages, and behavior levels. Shirley specializes in high-drive breeds like German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois, but trains all dogs. Services include in-home private lessons, day training programs, board and train options, pet sitting, dog walking, boarding in her home, and transport services for vet or grooming appointments. The business emphasizes building strong owner-dog relationships through personalized training plans, daily progress summaries, and ongoing support. Shirley offers a balanced approach to training and is fully insured. She is passionate about making training accessible, affordable, and fun, with a focus on communication and client involvement. All training is tailored to the dog’s unique needs and the owner’s lifestyle.

Shirley moved to Thibodaux in August 2024 after years of training and rescuing dogs in Southwest Florida. She brings hands-on experience from professional training, nonprofit rescues, dog sports, and working with combat veteran-owned dogs. Her personal dogs include Oliver, Murphy, and Tazzy, and her training philosophy is rooted in real-world experience and compassionate care.

Additional caretaking services include in-home dog sitting with cleaning, overnight boarding in a family setting, and concierge transport. Day training includes Puppy Pre-K and basic obedience with homework given daily. Board and train programs last 4–6 weeks and include a go-home lesson and follow-up. Private lessons are conducted in the client’s home and are ideal for behavior modification.

Shirley offers a December special: 20% off new training programs (excluding aggression or behavior modification services). She encourages clients to reach out via text, email, or phone for intake forms and personalized consultations.

Accomplishments

Shirley has over 9 years of hands-on experience training and handling hundreds of dogs across multiple breeds and behavior levels. She has worked with rescue organizations, participated in dog sports, and trained dogs for combat veterans. She started her journey in 2016 with her own German Shepherd, Oliver, and has since built a reputation for reliable, compassionate, and effective training.

How to Get Started!

Client engagement begins by contacting Shirley via phone, text, or email to request an intake form. After submission, Shirley will follow up to discuss goals, schedule a consultation, and create a customized training plan. Day training and board and train programs require advance booking.