BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION PROGRAMS

BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION PROGRAMS

Here at Off The Hook Dogs trainer Greg specializes in Behavior Modification Training and Emotional Rehabilitation Therapies that go beyond simple command training and address your pup's behavior and emotional issues (aggression, reactivity, frustration, and fear) thereby improving the dog's and the family's quality of life. 

We approach our behavior modification strategies with empathy and patience guided by a holistic web of understanding based in Relationship Training & Advocacy, the Trust-Technique, Fear Free guidelines, Grisha Stewart's BAT and SAFE protocols, Kim Brophey's Ethological L.E.G.S. framework, and utilizing the Premack Principle, Classical and/or Operant Conditioning combined with the concepts and methodologies of Steven Lindsay's Cynopraxic Training which balanced approach in its entirety engenders secure attachments and a deep abiding bond between the pup and their family, or pack.

When your dog feels listened to and safe & secure, this will reduce their state of overthinking (fear and anxiety), and understanding, expectations, and trust are manifest and the human-animal bond is strengthened and emotional stability & behavior are immensely improved.

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We offer our behavior oriented programs in a Day-School format where you enjoy the benefits of a Board & Train without having to say goodbye to your pup for an extended period of time. This is the format trainer Greg uses here at Off The Hook Dogs. Under this option Greg will come to you and work with your dog at your home and in your neighborhood/area with your pup coming home each day and staying in familiar environs. This is always a superior option for fearful dogs, reactive dogs, or for those pet parents who prefer to have their "fur-babies" at home with them each night.

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All of our program options achieve spectacular results and include the training, therapy, structure, and obedience that will help you and your pup more easily navigate life together. In addition to nice leash walking manners (limit lunging or reactivity!) and a reliable recall, your dog may learn to touch-up, stay/place, leave-it, and/or polite threshold behavior. And we may also help you with common behavioral issues such as jumping up, nipping, counter surfing or any other issues you need our help with.

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For dogs experiencing light emotional & behavior issues and who already have an adequate foundation in obedience, our one-week Behavior Foundations Program can be customized and may suffice.

For dogs experiencing more complicated issues such as fear, reactivity and/or light aggression our two week Behavior Mastery Program is more well suited. This is also a customized program based upon your dog's needs and will be fully discussed during the initial consultation.

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Built for dogs struggling with more serious issues or for folks who simply want a more emotionally balanced dog, all dogs and their caretakers too will benefit immensely from our Beyond Behavior Whole Dog Relational Reset/Calming Programs. Pet parents can choose from either a 5 day (Tuesday thru Saturday) program which introduces impulse control/calming protocols and then teaches you the methods to further build upon, or a 9 day (two weeks of Tuesday thru Friday training with a final Saturday "graduation") program wherein your dog masters the calming and impulse control protocols and then teaches you the methods to maintain their progress. As with all of our courses these are customized programs based upon the dog's and Caretaker's desires, needs and abilities and will transform the relationship between you and your dog; a new start as it were.

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We specialize in humane remote collar training, and proper introduction and use of this tool may be covered in all of our behavior program options if recommended and so chosen.

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What to Expect:

• Photo updates

• A thorough training session with you and your dog at the end of the program to go over training and show you how to reinforce it

• Clear homework instructions designed specifically for you and your dog to start practicing at home

• Access to us via phone/text/email or video to help troubleshoot any issues you’re having during or after the program

• Free hands-on follow-ups or touch-ups for 6 months after program completion.

• Free follow-up consultations for life!