The Wineglass Ranch

The Wineglass Ranch offers comprehensive dog training programs, including Herding Training, Do-It-Yourself Guided Programs (Foundation Classes), Private Sessions, and Board and Train options.

Herding Training begins with an Instinct Test ($85) to assess a dog’s herding tendencies, followed by individualized Herding Lessons (30-45 minutes). Video Training and a Behavioral Tune-up add-on are also available.

The Do-It-Yourself Guided Programs include three levels of Foundation Classes, each costing $375. The Basic Foundation Class covers obedience (sit, down, come, heel, place), dog behavior, and psychology, with small class sizes and tailored advice. The Intermediate Foundation Class, for graduates of Basic or Board & Train, is an intensive program covering intermediate obedience, behavior, and specialized methods for serious issues, including safe socialization and real-world field trips. The Advanced Foundation Class builds on previous concepts, introducing the e-collar for off-leash reliability, covering its selection, fitting, operation, and application. All Foundation Classes require dogs to be 5 months or older, up-to-date on vaccines (Bordetella, Rabies, Distemper/Parvo), have a clear fecal test, and reactive dogs must wear an approved muzzle. One handler per dog, 18 years or older, is required.

Private Sessions consist of 5 in-home sessions for $1,600, addressing issues such as jumping, barking, digging, nipping, chewing, humping, counter surfing, crate training, potty training, leash pulling, reactivity, obedience, and mild aggression. Dogs with moderate to severe aggression are recommended for Board and Train programs for safety.

Board and Train programs are offered in the trainer’s home and are considered “Ultimate Programs.” The 7-Day Puppy Board & Train ($1495) focuses on potty training, crate introduction, sleeping through the night, and good manners. The 7-Day Board & Train ($1795) for dogs 16 weeks and older provides a jump start for ingrained patterns like barking, jumping, space invading, and food aggression, or for adolescent dogs, including a minimum of 28 training sessions. The 14-Day Board & Train ($3500) solidifies basic obedience and off-leash recall with a minimum of 56 training sessions. The 4-Week Board & Train ($4500) is designed for 100% off-leash obedience or mild to moderate behavioral issues like fear, anxiety, leash reactivity, or aggression. Individual Board & Train ($150/day) is available as a continuation or refresher for dogs that have completed a prior Board & Train program. All Board & Train programs include the dog being part of the trainer’s pack, a minimum of 4 one-on-one coaching sessions daily, a daily enrichment walk, work on core commands (Sit, Down, Stay, Wait, Come, Heel, Place), customization, a debrief and knowledge share at pick-up, fundamentals of their Canine Communication Code, and a Lifetime Guarantee.

Pricing Summary

The Wineglass Ranch offers various programs with specific pricing. Instinct Testing is $85 per dog. Herding Lessons are $75 weekly, $80 bi-weekly, or $85 for occasional sessions, with weekly and bi-weekly requiring ACH setup. Video Training is available for $60 per 5-7 minute video critique. A half-hour behavioral tune-up can be added to a herding lesson for $150.

Foundation Classes, including Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced, are each priced at $375. Five in-home private sessions cost $1,600. Board and Train programs vary by duration and age: 7-Day Puppy Board & Train (up to 16 weeks) is $1495; 7-Day Board & Train (16 weeks & older) is $1795; 14-Day Board & Train (16 weeks & older) is $3500; and 4-Week Board & Train (16 weeks & older) is $4500 (equipment not included). Individual Board & Train for continuation or refresher is $150 per day. Full payment is required to reserve a training spot.

Policies

Full payment is required to reserve a training spot. A Release of Liability Agreement must be signed. For all in-person private sessions and Foundation Classes, dogs must be up-to-date on Rabies, Bordetella, Distemper, and Parvo vaccines, with records submitted prior to class entry. Dogs must also have a clear fecal test within the last 30 days to prevent communicable diseases.

The Wineglass Ranch offers a “Lifetime Guarantee” for their Board and Train programs. This means that after a program, clients can contact them for free advice, questions, or reassurance for as long as needed, whether days, weeks, or months.

The Wineglass Ranch, also known as the Canine Communication Center, is owned by Victoria, who has been training dogs her entire life. The business has been operating since 1998, and Victoria has been raising and training working Border Collies for twenty years. They are lifetime members of the American Border Collie Association and the United States Border Collie Handler’s Association, supporting the preservation of working Border Collies.

The Wineglass Ranch offers customized practical dog training, blending traditional and positive reinforcement methods. They believe dogs need structure and boundaries to thrive, starting with praise and rewards, then gradually introducing boundaries and the word “No.” Their approach is described as balanced, adapting methods based on each dog’s unique personality and temperament.

They provide a variety of programs including herding training, puppy training, obedience, and behavior modification. Services are offered at their ranch facility, through in-home private sessions, and via board and train programs. They also offer scent/nose work classes, which are suitable for all dogs and build confidence.

A unique advantage is their “Lifetime Guarantee” for Board and Train programs, offering free aftercare support for as long as needed. They emphasize quality training, advising clients to invest in the right trainer from the start to avoid future problems.

Accomplishments

Victoria is the owner of The Wineglass Ranch and the Canine Communication Center, with a lifetime of experience training dogs. Her background includes training hunting hounds, bird dogs, AKC obedience, and herding dogs. The Wineglass Ranch has been established since 1998, and Victoria has been raising and training working Border Collies for twenty years. She is a lifetime member of both the American Border Collie Association and the United States Border Collie Handler’s Association. Testimonials describe her as an “amazing trainer,” a “miracle worker,” and a “dog whisperer,” highlighting her kindness, problem-solving abilities, and effectiveness in transforming dog behavior and owner-dog relationships.

How to Get Started!

To begin, interested clients are encouraged to contact The Wineglass Ranch to request enrollment in a program. They can drop a line or call to schedule a time to visit the facilities. For herding training, an Instinct Testing appointment is required and must be pre-registered. A general “Schedule A Lesson or a Class” link is also provided.