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Private In-Home Training and Consultations Tara
McLaughlin, CPDT-KA, CDBC, owner and trainer of GoodDog! Training, offers private in-home dog training lessons and behavior
consultations for puppies and dogs of all ages in the Charlottesville, Virginia, area. Whether you want to get a good head-start with puppy training, learn how to teach your dog how to be the best family pet possible, or resolve problem behaviors . . . it is important
to learn how to effectively train and communicate with your dog in order to build a healthy, loving relationship together. Private
lessons and consultations in your home are the most conducive environment for you and your dog to learn, with the least amount
of distractions and stress. It is also where you spend most of your time interacting with your dog. Additionally, all of your
questions can be answered, and a customized training program can be developed to meet your needs for you and your dog. Many
behavioral problems can be resolved with behavior modification, reward-based training, exercise, and appropriate management.
Tara uses contemporary behavioral solutions for your dog that are recommended by the most highly regarded canine
behaviorists in the country.
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How It Works
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Training Sessions and Consultations are designed to teach you how to teach your dog to get
the behaviors you want.
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•After you fill out a brief intake form, I will send you a questionnaire to fill out and return to me prior to our appointment.
This will give me information to prepare for our session.
•At the first appointment we'll discuss training and behavioral needs for your dog and your lifestyle.
I will develop a training plan specifically designed for you and your dog. •Training, behavior modification, and management recommendations will be agreed
upon. I will show you how to work with your dog to get the desired behaviors and we will practice it together so
that you will be able to successfully put it into effect. •You will receive a GoodDog! Training booklet with training directions and behavior articles
for your specific needs. •If you have questions, need advice, or want suggestions, you can contact me
by email or phone for support prior to our follow-up. •If
necessary we will follow-up by email or phone after a week to discuss progress, future recommendations, and to schedule follow-up
appointments if needed.
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Fees for Private
In-Home Training and Behavior Consultations
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Initial 1 and 1/2-hour
appointment: $175 •Additional fee for multiple dog households •If your dog has aggressive behavior, see
"Aggressive Behavior Consultation" below
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Follow-up 1-hour appointment: $100 •Additional fee for multiple dog
households
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Follow-Up Puppy Package:
$360 • 4 one-hour lessons After the initial 1 and 1/2-hour appointment, owners of puppies may purchase follow-up lessons in discounted packages
of 4
one-hour lessons. •
$360 discounted price is in consideration
of a one-time payment at the first lesson.
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The 4 one-hour lessons are to be completed within 6 weeks.
• For puppies 5 months or younger.
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Aggressive Behavior Consultation
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Initial 1 and 1/2-hour appointment:
$225 Please note: If your dog has aggressive behavior I require a referal from
your veterinarian. It is very important
to rule out a medical component when dealing with aggressive behavior with dogs. If your dog is sick, it can affect
his behavior. Sometimes we don't even know that the dog is sick unless they have a complete medical workup. So,
please, if you notice a behavioral change in your dog, or if your dog develops aggressive behavior, it's very important for
you to take your dog to your veterinarian and rule out a medical issue before you contact a trainer. This website is
an excellent resource Agression: When Should I Worry I take aggressive
behavior cases on a limited basis. Please contact me by phone and let me know in detail about your dog's aggression issue.
This way, I will be able to determine if I will be able to help you. I will take dog-dog aggression,
and people aggression depending on the situation. I do not, however, work with dangerous dogs, or cases that have legal
ramifications. Follow-up 1-hour appointment:
$150 |
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