Sullys School of Dog Training

Sullys School of Dog Training offers several programs tailored to different needs. Behavioral training, typically 3 hours, addresses issues like biting, aggression towards people or animals, fear, dominance, and resource guarding. Group lessons, for dogs 4 months and older, focus on manners and social skills over four ninety-minute classes, covering commands like sit, down, stay, and recall, and preparing dogs for outings and Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification.

Basic Obedience classes, also four lessons, teach fundamental commands such as come, sit, heel, down, stay, and wait, alongside social skills, with an emphasis on understanding canine pack mentality and loose leash training. Puppy foundation involves two private in-home lessons for pups as young as 9 weeks, covering potty training, crate training, and social skills. Private in-home lessons are available for various unwanted behaviors like jumping, poor leash manners, and general household issues.

For aggressive and dominant dogs, private in-home sessions are conducted, sometimes utilizing the trainer’s helper dog, Vinny, as a distraction. The trainer also offers continued education classes for dogs up to two years old to ensure ongoing good behavior. Additionally, clients who have completed training are invited to free dog outings and social times, posted on Facebook, to reinforce training in real-world scenarios.

Pricing Summary

Behavioral training is $350 for the first lesson (approx. 3 hours) and $150 for follow-ups. For aggressive behavior, the first lesson is $500 with follow-ups at $250. Group lessons are $300 for four ninety-minute classes, with a $100 non-refundable deposit required.

Private in-home lessons range from $300 to $450, typically $350 for 2.5 to 3 hours, plus mileage. Follow-up private lessons are $150. Puppy foundation classes are $350 for two private in-home lessons. Continued education is available for $150 per month after completing basic lessons. Mileage is charged at $2 per mile one way from Granite City, IL. A special rate of $285 per person is available for groups of three or more friends for walking training.

Policies

A non-refundable deposit of $100 is required to hold a spot in group classes.

Sullys School of Dog Training is a one-woman operation led by Sully, who has 32 years of experience in dog training, assisted by her dog Vinny, a pro helper for 9 years. They aim to bring out the best in your dog by addressing issues in a way dogs can understand, focusing on canine thinking and using a loose leash approach.

The business offers a variety of services including behavioral training, group lessons, continued education, basic obedience, private in-home lessons, and puppy foundation classes. Sully provides free outings for clients to continue monitoring dog behavior and foster a strong bond between owners and their dogs.

Sully guarantees to do her best for every dog and owner, emphasizing that her word is her guarantee. She also provides guidance on responsible dog acquisition and safe integration into the home.

Accomplishments

Sully, the trainer, has 32 years of experience in dog training. She guarantees her work, stating her word is her guarantee, and has earned a five-star reputation. She also schools all dogs in her basic obedience classes for the Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification.

How to Get Started!

To get started, clients should call Sully to discuss their dog’s specific issues and determine the best training approach. For private in-home lessons, clients are advised to prepare a list of issues to be addressed during the visit. New group classes begin on the first Monday of every month.