Training Services
Private Behavioral SessionsDoes your dog bark constantly at things outside the window? Does he/she lunge and bark at other dogs on walks? Is your dog fearful or anxious around strangers, other dogs, or certain objects? Private session may be best for you!
During Private Sessions, Ashley will come to your house for an hour long session to work on select behavior concerns or commands. Ashley will work closely with you and your dog to fix the individualized behaviors that YOU want to work on. Starting at: $120 per 60 minute session OR
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At Home Obedience PackagesDo you want your dog to be a well-rounded member of your family? Consider having our trainer, Ashley, come to your home for the basic or advanced obedience training!
Basic Obedience $360* In basic obedience, we will focus on all of your pup's basic commands (sit, down, come, wait, stay, take it, leave it, drop it, place, loose-leash walking) and basic manners. YOU will also learn how to better read your dog's body language and communicate with your pup! Advanced Obedience $360* In advanced obedience, we will continue working on the commands your pup learned in Basic Obedience, while focusing on the "3 D's" of dog training: Distance, Distraction, and Duration. This course will include field trips so we can hone your pup's skills in public!! Included in both of these packages:
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One-on-One TrainingAre you worried that your dog needs training and you don't have time to dedicate to the process? Consider our One-on-One Training sessions!
Training Hikes: During training hikes your dog will get their daily exercise while working on basic obedience and any behavioral problems. $ 250/week OR $85/individual session During One-on-One training, Ashley will visit your pup 3 times a week for an hour long training session. No need for you to be involved until your dog has learned all the basics-- Ashley will teach your dog everything it needs to know and/or work through any problem behaviors. $ 250/week OR $980/month Included in these services:
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Group Obedience Classes
Would you like the opportunity to teach your pup basic commands and manners WHILE socializing them to other dogs, people and environments?
Ashley's Animal Academy offers GROUP obedience classes at Dawg Day Afternoon in Glenmoore, PA.
Click here to see all our class options and to register!
Ashley's Animal Academy offers GROUP obedience classes at Dawg Day Afternoon in Glenmoore, PA.
Click here to see all our class options and to register!
Some of the tools we commonly use are:
•Treats
•Clickers
•No Pull Harnesses
•Prong Collars
•E-Collars
•”Yes” AND “No”
•BAT training
•TTouch
All training will start with an evaluation to discuss what is the best option for your dog. After the evaluation, we will work with you to develop a tentative training schedule. All training (except group lessons) will be performed in the comfort of your home and community, because that is where your dog will need to behave for you once training is over!
•Treats
•Clickers
•No Pull Harnesses
•Prong Collars
•E-Collars
•”Yes” AND “No”
•BAT training
•TTouch
All training will start with an evaluation to discuss what is the best option for your dog. After the evaluation, we will work with you to develop a tentative training schedule. All training (except group lessons) will be performed in the comfort of your home and community, because that is where your dog will need to behave for you once training is over!
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can you train my *insert breed here*?
A: Yes! I do not specialize in any particular breed! I love working with all breeds and will work to find the proper enrichment and training methods for your particular situation!
Q: What package/class is right for me?
A: Great question! The best way to know for sure is to sign up for a free evaluation so I can meet your pup and discuss your specific training goals. However here is a general guideline:
- Obedience packages/group classes: for puppies & dogs who have never been taught basic commands or need to brush up on their skills around distractions (sit, down, come, stay, etc). Also great for dogs looking to learn fun tricks or take their obedience to the next level!
- Private behavioral sessions: for dogs who generally understand their commands but are dealing with behavioral concerns such as anxiety, fear, aggression, reactivity, resource guarding, leash pulling , etc.
- 1:1 Training/Training Hikes: usually for dogs who need additional socialization or intensive work through anxiety based behaviors. Great as a supplement to private sessions.
Q: Do I have to be involved in the training?
A: Yes. For all lessons (other than 1:1 training) you must be present during the training. It is my responsibility as a trainer to be a good teacher and leader for YOU, the human, so that you can be a good teacher and leader for your dog!
Q: Is there a quick fix?
A: Unfortunately no. Trust me, if there were— I’d give it to you! Dogs, like humans, are complicated, emotional beings who take time to build new skills and new habits. Because of this, every individual case is different. Certain behaviors like “sit”, “down” and “stay” may be taught quickly. But more complicated behaviors, such as social skills and manners or listening to commands around distractions, take time. We must remain patient, flexible and open with them during the training process while they develop and learn.
Q: Can my old dog learn new tricks?
A: Absolutely! While it may take a little longer for your older dog to break some of those ingrained habits, they can certainly be taught new skills with patience, practice & consistency!
Q: How do you feel about prong collars, e-collars, etc?
A: I think these tools have a bad reputation for an understandable reason. They are available for purchase to the general public leading to widespread misuse and misunderstanding. When the correct tool is used properly (to communicate and give information rather than to correct & confuse), they can be incredibly helpful, and often life-saving, training devices. However, I do suggest attempting other training methods and modification techniques prior to resorting to these tools when possible. I also do NOT advise using either tool without guidance from a professional and I do NOT suggest buying either tool without asking a professional for a recommendation. There are several brands that will do more harm than good.
A: Yes! I do not specialize in any particular breed! I love working with all breeds and will work to find the proper enrichment and training methods for your particular situation!
Q: What package/class is right for me?
A: Great question! The best way to know for sure is to sign up for a free evaluation so I can meet your pup and discuss your specific training goals. However here is a general guideline:
- Obedience packages/group classes: for puppies & dogs who have never been taught basic commands or need to brush up on their skills around distractions (sit, down, come, stay, etc). Also great for dogs looking to learn fun tricks or take their obedience to the next level!
- Private behavioral sessions: for dogs who generally understand their commands but are dealing with behavioral concerns such as anxiety, fear, aggression, reactivity, resource guarding, leash pulling , etc.
- 1:1 Training/Training Hikes: usually for dogs who need additional socialization or intensive work through anxiety based behaviors. Great as a supplement to private sessions.
Q: Do I have to be involved in the training?
A: Yes. For all lessons (other than 1:1 training) you must be present during the training. It is my responsibility as a trainer to be a good teacher and leader for YOU, the human, so that you can be a good teacher and leader for your dog!
Q: Is there a quick fix?
A: Unfortunately no. Trust me, if there were— I’d give it to you! Dogs, like humans, are complicated, emotional beings who take time to build new skills and new habits. Because of this, every individual case is different. Certain behaviors like “sit”, “down” and “stay” may be taught quickly. But more complicated behaviors, such as social skills and manners or listening to commands around distractions, take time. We must remain patient, flexible and open with them during the training process while they develop and learn.
Q: Can my old dog learn new tricks?
A: Absolutely! While it may take a little longer for your older dog to break some of those ingrained habits, they can certainly be taught new skills with patience, practice & consistency!
Q: How do you feel about prong collars, e-collars, etc?
A: I think these tools have a bad reputation for an understandable reason. They are available for purchase to the general public leading to widespread misuse and misunderstanding. When the correct tool is used properly (to communicate and give information rather than to correct & confuse), they can be incredibly helpful, and often life-saving, training devices. However, I do suggest attempting other training methods and modification techniques prior to resorting to these tools when possible. I also do NOT advise using either tool without guidance from a professional and I do NOT suggest buying either tool without asking a professional for a recommendation. There are several brands that will do more harm than good.