Rescue dogs have often had an uncertain or traumatic background and so require a different approach to training. Because each rescue dog and surrounding set of circumstances is so different, sessions will be tailored specifically to you and your dog so that you can cultivate a safe and trusting relationship with your canine companion.
You can bring your rescue dog to Jo’s large, secure garden where you can let your dog relax while we discuss your needs. Alternatively, home-visits and sessions via Zoom are also available.
This can be a one-off session lasting up to two hours, or it can be several sessions depending on the issues presented. Jo will then make a personalised training plan for you and your dog.
Further sessions can also be continued out walking or in a secure field if this is the best option for you and your dog.
£110 for an initial in-depth 2hr session, including a detailed written session-summary and other helpful information.
Further sessions cost: £50 ~ 1hr, £65 ~ 1.5hrs, £80 ~ 2hrs
PREMIUM RESCUE-DOG PACKAGE – £285
Session 1 – Pre-arrival preparation or your rescue’s first week – Helping you to feel thoroughly prepared for your dogs arrival and helping your dog to feel at home through the early days that follow:
- What to expect
- Decompression and Settling in
- Canine Body Language – understanding the emotional status of your rescue dog
- Toilet Training
- Daily Routine and appropriate activities
- Introductions to people and other animals
- Equipment required and any other questions that you have
This session can be done effectively via Telephone or Zoom.
Session 2 – Principles of Training a Rescue Dog
- The Effects of Stress – how to alleviate it
- How dogs learn – creating positive associations and building confidence
- Introducing novel stimuli and equipment without overwhelming your dog
- How to cultivate desired behaviour and use rewards effectively
- Common Rescue Issues such as fear of people, noises, dogs, traffic
- Appropriate Play and Interactive Feeding
- Foundation Exercises as appropriate, plus anything that is important to you
Session 3 – Into the Real World
- A Training Walk to make a full assessment of your dog and the progress you are making
Session 4 – Progression
- A final session to ensure progress and cover anything else that you and your dog need – this could be working on reactivity, recall, loose-lead walking, calm-greetings, jumping-up or anything important to you
Plus, email or telephone support available between sessions to help you along the way.
COMPLETE RESCUE-DOG PACKAGE – £235
A combination of three sessions to cover anything you need.
To include sessions 2, 3 and 4 from the Premium Rescue-Dog Package, plus email or telephone support along the way.
Helpful if you have had your rescue-dog for a while and don’t need a preparation or settling-in session.
