Puppy Training Greenville SC

SUE CONKLIN

The Puppy Nanny LLC

In Home Training

FOUR-HOUR PRIVATE

TRAINING CLASS:

- The most popular option -

The four hours will be split into 3 sessions. During the first 2-hour session you will receive instruction on Sue’s LMT Program. You will learn Leadership techniques, Management techniques that will give you a way to manage the dog’s behavior while you are teaching him, and finally, you will learn proven, positive Training techniques. You will receive instruction on how to eliminate problem behaviors like door bolting, nuisance barking, and jumping up on people. Two additional 1-hour sessions will be scheduled at one or two week intervals. You will have unlimited e-mail consultations for 6 months, and you will receive a printed Training Manual.

Cost: $300 in your home

$225 at The Puppy Nanny's Place

Additional family dogs: $75 each

Additional hourly training
may be scheduled
at reduced rates.

Lessons are scheduled on weekdays, evenings, and some Saturdays

Voted Best Dog Trainer

in the Upstate 2010 !

A word about "Free" Consultations.

Many trainers offer a "Free Consultation" as a way to get you interested in their services. During this free time, a trainer will usually take information from you, ask a lot of questions about your dog, or possibly visit and "evaluate" your dog, which is generally just telling you how
much you could benefit from
his or her training service.

My time and knowledge is valuable.
So, while I will give you free time
on the phone, getting your
information and asking you questions, my advice typically isn't free.
Remember, you get what you pay for!

If you are not sure that you want to invest in a full package, you can
"Test Drive" my services with a 1-hour consult in your home or at my place.

During this time, you will get an honest evaluation of your dog, a few handouts,
and you will get some useful
advice to try out.

The cost for a mini lesson is $80
in your home or $60 at
The Puppy Nanny's Place

1/2 of the fee will be credited to a 4-Hour Package or Behavioral Consult if you decide to invest in further training.

$20 will be credited to group classes at The Puppy Nanny's Place.

A Travel Charge of $.50 per mile (each way) will be added to destinations farther than 25 miles from my home. I use Mapquest to calculate. You can check the mileage yourself - my address is
411 Chandler Rd. Pelzer, SC 29669

Need help choosing the right dog trainer?
Training methods vary widely from trainers who employ only positive to trainers who use methods that are cruel and dangerous to you and your dog.

Your job is to be an informed consumer and an advocate for your dog. If you feel that a trainer is doing something to your dog that you do not feel comfortable with, WALK AWAY!

To find out more about how to choose a trainer
and method of training that suits you and
your dog, go to; the APDT Owner info site.

BEFORE YOU GET A PUPPY or DOG:

Are you thinking about adding a new puppy or dog to your family? If you were going to buy a new car that would sit in your garage for 3-5 years, you would do some research. You would look at what model of car would fit your lifestyle the best. Why wouldn't you do the same research to find the best fit for a dog that will live in your home for the next 10-15 years!

Sue will come to your home and sit down with you and your family to help you choose the right dog for you. This consult will take into consideration your home, yard, work schedule and family make-up.

You will learn what questions to ask a breeder to weed out the irresponsible "backyard" breeders. You will learn what to look for when you visit dogs at a shelter.

Sue will accompany you to the shelter or breeder to help you choose the best dog for your family, and even help you find a good breeder if necessary..

Cost: $65 per hour

HOUSE TRAINING 101:

A 2-hour session in your home. Sue will design a house training schedule just for you and your puppy, taking into consideration your work schedule, daily routine, the set up of your home, and the age and size of your puppy. She will help you decide whether to use a crate, x-pen or gated room. Should you use papers, potty pads, or a litter box? Find out what and how much to feed your puppy and what equipment you really need. Sue will share with you all of the tricks that the pros use. You will receive 3 months of unlimited phone or e-mail consultations, discounts on further training, and a House Training Manual.

Cost: $150

BEHAVIOR CONSULTATION:

Sue will help you with behavior problems including, but not limited to, food and possession aggression, leash aggression, separation anxiety and fear based problems.

There will be an initial 1 1/2 hour consultation in your home and a 1 1/2 hour follow up session may be scheduled at The Puppy Nanny's Place in Simpsonville or in your home.

You will be asked to fill out a detailed questionnaire prior to the first visit.
You will receive a printed training guide and a training plan designed specifically for you and your dog.
Further hourly training may be scheduled as needed at reduced rates .

Cost: $350

Additional family dogs: $100 each

When choosing a trainer to help you with behavior issues, especially any type of aggression, you should ask what type of methods the trainer will use. Scientific study of canine behavior has shown that using punishment or suppression techniques can and do backfire - see the U of PA study - often causing the dog to become more aggressive over time. And while many "old school" trainers dismiss using food as bribery, veterinary behaviorists will tell you that it is imperative to use positive methods, especially high value food treats, to help change your dog's perception of the "bad" things that cause him or her to react aggressively.

For reliable, veterinary based information on dog aggression and behavior, go to K9Aggression.com