On The Spot Dog Training

On The Spot Dog Training offers comprehensive in-home programs for puppies and adult dogs, categorized into “Client Coaching” (trainer teaches owner) and “Train Your Dog For You” (trainer trains dog directly).

For adult dogs, the “Star Dog Program” ($575, 4 weeks) is client coaching with 4 private in-home classes, 2 months virtual support, and 4 group sessions, focusing on basic manners in low distraction. The “Top Dog Program” ($1725, 3 weeks) is a “Train Your Dog For You” program with weekly pet parent sessions, 2-3 trainer-led sessions per week, 1 refresher, 1 year virtual support, and 12 group encounters, covering loose leash walking, come, leave it, “4 on the floor”, drop it, and stay. The “Dream Dog Program” ($3525, 5-6 weeks) is an advanced “Train Your Dog For You” program with unlimited pet parent sessions, 15 trainer-led sessions (in-home and public), all equipment, lifetime virtual support, and unlimited group encounters, teaching advanced commands and addressing complex behaviors in high distraction environments.

Puppy training includes “Housetraining 911” ($99), a digital book with 2 phone/virtual consults. “Puppy Bright Beginnings” ($375, 3 sessions) and “Brilliant Puppy” ($625, 5 sessions) are client coaching programs addressing typical puppy issues and basic manners. The “Super Puppy” program ($1275, 3 weeks) is a “Train Your Puppy For You” program with 3 pet parent sessions, 8 trainer-led sessions, 3 months virtual support, and 6 group encounters, teaching core manners and addressing common puppy behaviors.

Pricing Summary

On The Spot Dog Training offers various program packages with different pricing tiers. The Housetraining 911 program for puppies is $99. Puppy training programs range from $375 for “Puppy Bright Beginnings” to $1275 for “Super Puppy”. Adult dog training programs range from $575 for “Star Dog Program” to $3525 for “Dream Dog Program”. Prices vary based on the number of sessions, type of training (client coaching vs. train-for-you), and included support/benefits.

On The Spot Dog Training LLC, established in Springfield, MO in 2002, is dedicated to helping dog owners overcome frustrating and humiliating behaviors in their dogs. They aim to develop polite and obedient dogs that can be enjoyed and admired.

The business offers private in-home training programs for both puppies and adult dogs, with a unique focus on “Train Your Dog For You” services where professionals handle the training directly. They also offer client coaching programs where owners are taught how to train their own dogs.

Key advantages include over 28 years of experience, quick and proven results, flexible scheduling, and a commitment to being honest, reliable, and punctual. They cover all puppy and adult dog training needs, from correcting unwanted behaviors to teaching good manners.

Accomplishments

Lisa Smith, the owner and trainer, established On The Spot Dog Training LLC in 2002 and has over 28 years of experience, having successfully trained thousands of dogs. Frankie Micham, the Chief Group Class Instructor and Administrator, joined the team in 2016 and is a Certified Trick Dog Instructor (CTDI) through Do More with Your Dog and an AKC CGC Evaluator. Frankie’s dogs have earned various titles including AKC Canine Good Citizen, Novice, Intermediate and Advanced Trick Dog Titles, and Novice Title in Barn Hunt, with one being a retired pet therapy dog. Holly Small, an assistant, joined the team after successfully training her own dogs with On The Spot, and continues her education in dog training.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients are encouraged to get in touch via phone or email. The business aims to discuss the dog’s needs and collaboratively develop a plan of action to address frustrating behaviors and achieve desired obedience.