Animal Minds Behavior & Training Christmas Specials

Christmas Puppy Special - $50 (1 session/2 phone consults)

Any puppy under 4 months qualifies for one in-home private session and 2 phone consults.

The private session includes:

  • Potty Training
  • Crate Training
  • How to stop puppy biting
  • How to stop puppy chewing
  • Beginning Sit/Down Commands
  • Beginning Self-Control/Boundary work

 

Basic Obedience Christmas Special - $125 (2 sessions/1 phone consult)

This in-home private package is for any dog that is needing to work on basic obedience. It will cover any age dog that you have and will also include 1 phone consult. It will not cover any dog aggression or other behavior modification.

These 2 sessions will cover:

  • Crate Training
  • Sit, Down and Stay
  • Loose Leash Walking
  • Teaching Self-Control/Boundaries
  • How to start working around distractions

 

*The follow up phone sessions assist in problem solving and pin pointing trouble areas.

*Packages must be purchase by December, 31 2016.

Good girl, Ms. Bella!

Working with a different kind of client today. Isabella is a female Dachshund suffering from SARDS. The blindness is often very unnerving for a dog that has been able to see their whole lives. One of the major issues faced by these dogs is the sudden loss of all confidence in their surroundings. Bella was a shell of the happy dog she once was when we started. She wouldn't leave the kitchen and whined or barked most of the day. We have been working over the past several weeks on a new daily routine for her. Our goal has been to reduce her anxiety, whining, weight gain that is an unfortunate result of the steroids prescribed (down 2lbs!), and help the family arrange the household in a way that is safer and encourages her to explore safely again. Here we are working on an emergency "stop" cue in case she is headed towards something dangerous (IE: Pool/Roads). We tested it around the pool today for the first time and she did very well. Dad is still getting used to the fact his little one can't see anymore. As you can see though, her whining has stopped and she's starting to get the hang of orienting herself by voice and feel. Good girl Ms. Bella! 

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Engagement & Focus Workshop

Does your dog get distracted easily? Do you feel like your talking to the back of their head sometimes? Does having your dog come when called feel impossible?

This class is specifically for folks looking to work on their dogs engagement and focus (on the handler) around distractions. 

If you've never trained with us or joined in on a group session before, please speak with us beforehand. If you're a current or past client, please RSVP so we can get a head count. 

Location: The Ampitheatre at William Land Park

Date: September 3rd, 9AM

If your dog is toy motivated: bring 2-3 of their favorite toys.

If your dog is treat motivated: bring 2-3 various types of treats that are easy to chew and break off small pieces of. 

If you aren't sure, bring a couple of each of the above. A long line (15 ft minimum) and a some good shoes/active wear and get ready to play with your dog. 

Please message us with any questions.

$25 drop in fee.

Vote for Animal Minds Best Dog Training for 2016

It's A-List time! We'll be offering training credits for past clients who take the time to vote and potential credit for future clients who take the time, within the next month, to do so. Be sure to screen shot your page after you have completed your vote as proof! Please share, share, share!

River Outing & Socialization Group June 5th 10:30AM

*******On June 5th at William B. Pond we will have our next Socialization Class*****

 

With the weather heating up, we're planning this group as a mix of both training and some water/play time for the pups!

This class is open to all past and current clients, just contact us privately if you're unsure as to how your dog will do.

Long lines are needed for the water portion if your dog isn't working on an e-collar. There is a $5-$8 entrance fee to the park (depends on holidays sometimes) and it's a good idea to bring water shoes. This park has great areas to walk around in the water with your dogs.

We will start with the obedience portion at 10:30am sharp and head to the water around 11. We will meet in the parking lot by the bathrooms.

 

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Vets for Shelter Pets Volunteer Program

Every week, for 6 weeks, we meet up at Sacramento County Animal Care (Bradshaw Shelter) and teach the participants how to safely handle & beginning training the dogs up for adoption there. After these guys complete their training, they'll be free to come back and volunteer any time they want!

We've had 3 successful rounds so far and will be starting another towards the end of march. If you or anyone you know is interested, please feel free to contact us. And a big thank you to SCACR & the Mather VA for helping make this program happen!

Beginners Group Training Class (5 Sessions)

This group class is ideal for dog owners that are looking to teach their dog basic obedience in a group setting. This training group is for dogs that need an introduction to basic obedience or for dogs to practice these basics around distractions.



Course work includes:

* Sit

* Down

* Stay

* Loose Leash walking

* Beginning Recall

* Boundaries & Impulse Control

* Relationship Building

* Prep work for Canine Good Citizen (CGC)



Dogs should be friendly towards other dogs, adults, and children. This class is not for reactive, overly shy/fearful or aggressive dogs. Phone evaluation and deposit required to save your spot.


Starting Sunday: March 6th 11 am

Group consist of 5 Sunday sessions.

(Excluding Easter Sunday)

Cost: $160

Non-Refundable Deposit: $50

Sunday Fun Day Class

January 24th at 11am
American River Parkway - William B. Pond
5700 Arden Way, Carmichael CA 95608

Back to training after the holidays! 

This group is open to any of our clients who are ready to work around distractions. More information is listed on the facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/208884029448115/

 

Dog Training Groupon Release and Free Phone Consultations

Responsible pet ownership is a year round gig. However, we do understand that sometimes it's easier to catch up on those pesky or unwanted behaviors when you have some time off from your daily grind during the holidays. We are currently offering 2 deals to new clients or referrals (for existing clients - please let us know if you refer someone! We have perks for you to!):

Groupon - Good for 1 in home evaluation and lesson. We can meet with you and your dog and discuss the best ways to achieve your training goals. Appointments need to be booked in advance, so please call us after purchase to get on schedule! Or give us a buzz prior to purchase and we can answer any further questions you may have.

Free Phone Consults - Call us any time. If we're busy at that very moment we will be sure to schedule a time that works for everyone so we can assist you as best as possible.

 

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We can be reached at (916) 538-0422 or by e-mail at AMBehaviorTraining@gmail.com