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-S. Pai & Jax, Private Training Clients
K9 Private Training at your Home
All About Puppyhood
Program
5 mos and under
All About Puppyhood Program
5 mos and under
COVID-19 Update: We are able to offer a combination of live streaming as well as in-person, outdoors and/or indoors, depending on your individual needs and goals.
This program is for you, the committed owner who wants to ensure a terrific start with your puppy. We will cover all your puppy needs such as nipping, housetraining, etc., as well as self-control commands such as sit and down, a great Come foundation, Off what is not theirs LOL, not jumping, the foundation for listening and being calm, and how they process their universe so it’s easier for you to communicate with them.
Kids are welcomed to participate so we can ensure a great relationship between them as well.
And we will be available between sessions to answer questions so you have continual support.
This program includes:
6 customized private lessons, as scheduled with your trainer
Nipping Webinar, Tuesday monthly
Enjoy a Calm Dog Who Listens Webinar, Tuesday monthly
Handouts to refer back to
Membership support to our Facebook group
Only $725 to get going on a great and fun foundation with your puppy! ($125 savings!)
Call us today so we can customize your individual needs or fill out the form below so we can have your goals and needs.
The Chilled Out Pooch
Program
5 mos and over
The Chilled Out Pooch Program
5 mos and over
COVID-19 Update: We are able to offer a combination of live streaming as well as in-person, outdoors and/or indoors, depending on your individual needs and goals.
Is your dog hyper? Barking/lunging at dogs or people? Shy or anxious? Just needs to listen and have good manners? Then this program is for you, the committed owner who wants to take your dog from that state of mind to one of calm, focus, and confidence so you can enjoy them fully at home and in public.
We will cover leadership so your dog will listen to you, self control for any out of control behaviors such as jumping or barking, confidence building in a healthy way. You will learn how your dog processes their universe so it’s easier for you to communicate with them and for them to understand what the heck you are talking about LOL. And leash manners around distractions, not jumping, off what is not theirs, relaxing in public, come when called, not lunging out of doors, and waiting politely while you cook or eat.
Reactive dogs will learn to walk past people and dogs politely.
For most exercises, kids are welcomed to participate so we can ensure a great relationship between them as well.
And we will be available between sessions to answer questions so you have continual support.
This program includes:
6 customized private lessons, as scheduled with your trainer
Live Streaming Home Manners, 3 weeks, Saturdays
Nipping Webinar, Tuesday monthly
Enjoy a Calm Dog Who Listens Webinar, Tuesday monthly
Handouts to refer back to
Membership support to our Facebook group
Only $725 to enjoy a calm dog who listens! ($125 savings!)
Call us today so we can customize your individual needs or fill out the form below so we can have your goals and needs.
The Minimalist Pooch
Program
All Ages
The Minimalist Pooch Program
All Ages
COVID-19 Update: We are able to offer a combination of live streaming as well as in-person, outdoors and/or indoors, depending on your individual needs and goals.
This program is for the pooch who needs to tweak just a couple of things to be the best pooch ever! We will address your specific issues as well as give you the tools so your dog will listen to your wise ways and learn self control.
This program includes two private sessions. The first one will be 1.5 hrs and the second one an hour.
During your private sessions, we teach you how to lead and effectively communicate with each other and point out anything else we notice to help ensure your relationship is the best it can be.
And we will be available between sessions to answer questions so you have continual support.
Only $295 to eliminate those pesky behavior issues!
Contact us today to bring in those loopholes in your relationship with your canine buddy or fill out the form below so we can have your goals and needs.
K9 Training Group Classes Level 1
$85 for 3 Consecutive Weeks
In Person
The Social Puppy Class
4 months and younger. We require fecal and two distemper/parvo shots.
Let’s socialize those puppies with proper walks!
Your puppy will get socialized to other puppies, dogs, walkers, joggers, objects, and environment all while working on building a great relationship as well as the foundation to great manners for your walks.
Commands include Leash Walking, Leave It, Sit, Listening, Come, and Wait.
Location: Parks in Raleigh area.
Because we keep our classes small, we are unable to issue refunds or class credits.
3 Consecutive Weeks, $85 total
Saturday, July 11, 18, and 25 at 9:00 am
Live Streaming
Home Manners
4 mos and over. Right where we can see exactly how your dog is behaving in your own home, as well as tweak per your home layout and lifestyle, so we’re sure that the tools are working for you specifically. Great foundation class before adding distractions.
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Solidify your Sit/Stay
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Wait outside the kitchen while you cook/eat, or any room as needed
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Not lunging unsafely out of doors and cars
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Off/Leave It for guests, trash, etc.
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Not jumping.
You will receive a video on Tuesdays with your lessons for that week. On Thursdays, we will log in live via Zoom so your trainer can watch you work, bring in any loopholes, and answer your questions. All at the comfort of your home.
Because we keep our classes small, we are unable to issue refunds or class credits.
3 consecutive weeks, $85 total
Thursdays, July 9, 16, and 23 at 6:30 pm.
In Person
Leash Manners
This dog class covers:
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Walking without pulling on a leash
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Leadership skills so your dog will listen to you
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Self-control for behaviors such as barking and jumping
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Practicing Door Manners
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Practicing how to walk past distractions such as joggers, poop, trash, strollers, etc.
Because we keep our classes small, we are unable to issue refunds or class credits.
3 consecutive weeks, $85 total
This class is outdoor, local to the Raleigh area.
5 dogs per class.
Saturdays, July 25, Aug 1 and 8 at 9:00 am. In case of bad weather, the class will be the following day on Sunday.
K9 Training Group Classes Level 2
$85 for 3 Consecutive Weeks
Prerequisite: Level 1 Group Classes
(feel free to check with us as well: GoodDogs@toplinek9solutions.com)
Congratulations on achieving Group Classes Level 1! Here are the next fun steps in your journey with your pooch.
- Public Manners: Low Distractions (Group Class)
- Public Manners: Medium Distractions (Group Class)
- Public Manners: High Distractions (Group Class)
- Come When Called (Group Class)
- AKC Good Canine Citizen Test
In Person
Public Manners
Low Distractions
Prerequisite: Level 1 Group Classes or ask us
This class focuses on your dog learning to be calm and listen to you in public, as well as any remaining leash issues. You will apply your skills from the Home Manners and Leash Manners classes around low-level distractions.
We will also incorporate more distance training to your foundation work, as well as starting role playing for the AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification.
We practice at Parks in Raleigh area (get ready for the self control around dogs playing in the dog park!).
Because we keep our classes small, we are unable to issue refunds or class credits.
3 Consecutive Weeks, $85 total
Saturdays, July 11, 18, and 25 at 8:30 am.
In Person
Public Manners
Medium Distractions
Prerequisite: Public Manners Low Distractions
This class focuses on real-life situations where your dog learns great manners in your community at public parks using medium-level distractions. We also cover proper socialization and confidence building using urban agility tools.
The goal is for your dog to be calm, focused, and listen to you around passing dogs, joggers, strollers, kids, bikers, squirrels, etc. We also keep working on the Come command to solidify it in public where it counts the most, as well as role play for the AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification.
We practice at Parks in Raleigh area (get ready for great self-control around playing dogs!).
Because we keep our classes small, we are unable to issue refunds or class credits.
3 Consecutive Weeks, $85 total
Saturdays, August 1, 8, and 15 at 8:30 am.
In Person
Public Manners
High Distractions
Prerequisite: Public Manners Medium Distractions
Only for people-and dog-friendly pooches
This fun advanced dog class covers high-level distractions at busy parks, pet stores, coffee shops, etc. We will focus on real-life situations using medium- to high-level distractions, teaching your dog to be calm, focused, and listening to you around passing dogs, strollers, kids, squirrels, etc. and relaxing at coffee shops.
We continue covering proper dog socialization and confidence building using urban agility tools, and we finish role playing for the AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification.
We practice at parks in Raleigh area.
Because we keep our classes small, we are unable to issue refunds or class credits.
3 Consecutive Weeks, $85 total
Saturdays, July 18, 25 and August 1, at 7:30 pm.
In Person
Come When Called
Prerequisite: Level 1 Group Classes
Come when called class is a fun and basic class. This class will help solidify your come command for better reliability. It will also give you the tools to continue practicing with your dog for their lifetime.
The Come when called class will include calling your dog away from moving objects such as a squirrel or bunny (stuffed of course), achieving quicker attention from them, sitting in front of you when calling to come, etc. It is at 3 different locations so we can work around a variety of distractions.
For people- and dog-friendly dogs only.
We practice at parks in Raleigh area.
Because we keep our classes small, we are unable to issue refunds or class credits.
3 Consecutive Weeks, $85 total
Saturdays (TBD)
10:00 am – 11:00 am
AKC CGC Test
(Prerequisite: Public Manners: High-Level Distractions unless otherwise approved)
Ready to test your dog? Sign on up so you can proudly proclaim your canine good citizen.
Saturday, (TBD), 10:30 am, By Appointment
Cost: $25
K9 Training Group Classes Level 3
Congratulations on achieving Group Classes Level 2! Here are some great experiences that you can share with your dog to solidify your bonding as well as your dog’s training.
- Urban Agility
- Nose Work
- RallyO
- Pet Therapy
- Fitness with your Dog
- Dance with your Dog
Urban Agility: Downtown Raleigh
This is the dog version of parkour! This fun class provides physical activity in which the dogs learn to interact with their environment. Just like in the human version, we work on climbing, balancing, and jumping.
This is a great class to build self-confidence, acquire tools to make your walks more productive and fun, and provide mental and physical stimulation for your pup.
Because our classes are small, we are unable to issue refunds or class credits.
Cost: $25
TBD
Downtown Raleigh
Rally-O Class: Teamwork, Bonding, Mental Work
Rally-O is such a fun class to share with your canine buddy while promoting teamwork, bonding, and mental stimulation (for both owner and dog LOL).
You and your dog navigate a course that includes 10-20 signs. Each sign will indicate which exercise to perform.
While this is a fun activity to share with your dog, it also helps with focus and listening as well as self-control around other pups.
Because our classes are small, we are unable to issue refunds or class credits.
Cost: $97 for the 4-week class.
Wednesdays starting on June 17, 6:30-7:30 pm, 4 weeks
Nose Work
Why Nose Work? This exercise is great mental stimulation, confidence building, and physical activity. This fun activity gives your dog a positive, enjoyable outlet for his natural temperament.
You will benefit from the teamwork and bonding as you learn to listen to your dog.
Because our classes are small, we are unable to issue refunds or class credits.
Cost: $120 for a 4-Week Class
Weather Updates for Group Classes
Weather Updates for Outdoor Classes
We will update this page two hours prior to class if the weather is questionable and we choose to cancel class.
Please check your email as well for any updates (Check your Junk mail too).
If we do not cancel class, please do use your best judgement to stay safe.