See Spot Think! dog training

Programs are structured in progressive levels: Puppy Kindergarten (8–16 weeks), Puppy 2 (prerequisite: Puppy Kindergarten), Adolescent Kindergarten (5–7 months), Adolescent 2, Basic Manners (adult dogs), and Basic 2. Continuing Ed includes Skill Building Through Games, Tricks & Clicks, and Village Walk / Go Dog, Go! — field trips to real-world environments. Each class is 1 hour per week, with clear prerequisites. Puppy Playtime is offered as a supplemental socialization service. All classes emphasize positive reinforcement, body language awareness, and foundational obedience skills.

Pricing Summary

Pricing details are not listed on the website. Classes include 7-week Puppy Kindergarten and 6-week Puppy 2, with one free Puppy Playtime session included. Continuing Ed classes such as Skill Building Through Games and Tricks & Clicks are offered after completing Level 1 and Level 2 foundations. No package or rate information is publicly available.

Policies

Class policies are available on the website but not detailed in the provided content. Puppies must have minimum vaccinations (1 round of puppy vaccines 7 days prior, Bordatella 4 days prior if intranasal). No specific cancellation or rescheduling policy is stated.

See Spot Think! dog training, founded by Cindy Harrison, offers compassionate, positive-reinforcement-based dog training services in Rochester, NY, with a special focus on puppies and early socialization. Cindy helps dog owners build mutual respect and clear communication through practical, science-backed methods that prioritize the dog’s emotional well-being and cognitive development. Her programs emphasize foundational obedience, puppy socialization, and real-world skill-building through games, tricks, and village walks. She provides group classes for puppies (8–20 weeks), adolescents (5–7 months), and adult dogs, with progressive levels from Foundations to Continuing Ed. Cindy’s approach includes reading canine body language, preventing behavior problems before they escalate, and fostering strong human-dog bonds. She also offers Puppy Playtime sessions to safely socialize puppies in a structured, temperament-matched environment. While currently on hiatus, her legacy and methodology are carried forward by Mary Bradford of Bradford Dog Training, whom she recommends to clients.

Cindy holds certification from the San Francisco SPCA’s Academy for Dog Trainers under Jean Donaldson (1999) and has trained with renowned experts like Bob Bailey and Suzanne Clothier. Her teaching style is calm, supportive, and highly personalized, with detailed handouts and follow-up tips provided after each session. She prioritizes early intervention and education for new puppy owners, helping them avoid common pitfalls and build lifelong confidence in their dogs.

Accomplishments

Cindy Harrison is certified by the San Francisco SPCA’s Academy for Dog Trainers under Jean Donaldson (1999). She has trained with renowned behaviorists Bob Bailey and Suzanne Clothier. She has over 20 years of experience working with puppies, fear-based behaviors, and positive reinforcement training. Her clients report significant improvements in puppy confidence, bite inhibition, and obedience, with many returning for multiple puppies over years.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients are directed to check current class schedules and availability. As See Spot Think is currently on hiatus, new clients are referred to Mary Bradford of Bradford Dog Training for services. Previously, clients would enroll in group classes based on their dog’s age and training level, starting with Puppy Kindergarten or Basic Manners.