At Cape East Canine our private lessons are unique. They begin with an intake at your home where I will meet you and your dog as well as all the members of the family so everyone can discuss their hopes of a well trained dog. We will discuss your dog owner/trainer experience and I will assess your set up in your home and discuss your goals. We will cover all aspects of dog ownership from puppy testing, crate training, house breaking, health, diet, socialization, etc. I will explain the various training methods and demonstrate different training devices available to the pet owner and help you choose the ideal plan for you. At that point you can choose whether a single lesson is sufficient or if a 6 week program would better suit your needs. Depending on your training goals, I will get you started with a basic routine that you will work on several times until the next time we meet. This homework is an essential part of your training success. You can create a strong bond between you and your dog through positive reinforcement and I will show you how. From there we will gradually introduce distractions over the next few weeks and work in various public areas to help your dog become a welcome member of the community.