The Dog Trainer

The Dog Trainer offers comprehensive training programs based on dog psychology and a blend of established and modern methodologies. Their On-Leash Obedience Training covers commands such as Loose leash walk, Wait, Sit, Heel, Leave it, Quiet, Down, Place, and basic manners, with Sit, Down, and Place commands including an implied stay. This program is available through private lessons at their facility (approximately 4 lessons at $90 each) or as a 14-day Board and Train program ($800), which includes a “go home” lesson, a training plan, and a follow-up lesson.

Puppy Training addresses common issues like housetraining, barking, play-biting, and chewing, along with first-aid, confidence building, puppy commands, nutrition, and socialization. Private puppy training is offered for $90 for a 1.5-hour session. A specialized five-week Potty Training program, priced at $1800, focuses on outdoor elimination and includes commands like “let’s go,” “sit,” “place,” and “Go Potty,” along with basic manners and social skills.

Behavior Modification services target unwanted behaviors such as barking, chewing, jumping, digging, car sickness, and eating inappropriate items. They also address anxiety issues related to storms, strangers, loud noises, and other fears, as well as aggression towards people, dogs, other pets, food, or toys. These services are provided through private lessons or a board and train program.

Off-Leash Obedience Training aims for reliable verbal control of dogs in high-distraction environments. This program is offered after on-leash obedience training as a 14-day program for $1250, or as a combined 21-day program including both on-leash and off-leash obedience for $1800. Both off-leash options include a go-home training lesson, a follow-up lesson, a training plan, and a vocabulary list. Protection Training is available for personal or property protection, with personal protection costing $1500 and property protection fees agreed upon based on specific needs. Boundary Training, priced at $90 per lesson, teaches dogs to stay within chosen boundaries. All training programs emphasize proper social behavior and integrate dogs into a pack atmosphere.

Pricing Summary

Private lessons are $90 per session, with no package requirement, allowing clients to pay as they go. Board and Train for on-leash obedience is $800 for a 14-day stay. Private puppy training is $90 per session. A five-week potty training program is $1800. Personal protection training costs $1500, while property protection is an agreed-upon fee. Boundary training is $90 per lesson. Off-leash obedience training is available as a 14-day program for $1250 (after on-leash training) or a 21-day program including both on-leash and off-leash for $1800.

Policies

Private lessons are offered on a pay-as-you-go basis, with no requirement to purchase a package of lessons. Clients can choose to take as many or as few lessons as they prefer.

The Dog Trainer, founded by Chris DeBoard, is a professional dog training facility dedicated to helping dogs stay in their homes and be adopted from shelters. They offer a wide range of dog training services, including obedience training (on-leash and off-leash), behavior modification for unwanted behaviors, anxiety, and aggression, as well as specialized training like assistance dog training, boundary training, and personal protection training.

The facility is set on 5 wooded acres and includes large indoor and outdoor areas for training, boarding, recreation, and rest. A unique advantage is their Pack Boarding service, where certified professional dog trainers live on-site, ensuring dogs are monitored day and night and spend their time in a social pack environment rather than kennels. They provide personalized care, including updates and pictures for owners.

With over 20 years of experience, The Dog Trainer assesses, prescribes, performs, and teaches various types of dog and puppy training. Their training methods are based on dog psychology, combining long-established successful techniques with the latest in dog behavior studies. They have strong relationships with dog shelters and rescue organizations, successfully training dogs with undesirable behaviors, including anxiety and aggression, to become well-rounded family members.

Accomplishments

Chris DeBoard, the founder of The Dog Trainer, has over 20 years of experience in dog training, during which he has helped thousands of dogs. He formalized his training education at the National K-9 School for Dog Trainers, an internationally respected facility. Chris is also an AKC Certified Evaluator.

His passion for dogs began in childhood, nursing his first rescue dog, Heidi, back to health. He later sought professional training for his second rescue dog, Juno, from a friend who trained at the National K-9 School, which inspired Chris to pursue formal training there himself. The Dog Trainer has a successful track record of training dogs with challenging behaviors, including anxiety and aggression, and maintains well-established relationships with dog shelters and rescue organizations.

How to Get Started!

To begin, clients undergo a comprehensive in-home assessment where problem areas, concerns, and goals are discussed. The trainer evaluates temperament, causalities, and circumstances, then provides professional opinions and detailed options for achieving training goals, with no pressure to commit. Clients can contact the business by calling, texting, or stopping by the facility, and responses are typically provided within 48 hours.