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Puppy Training
Puppy Training (pups under 6 months) includes chqdogs' Puppy Lessons eBook. This bonus resource includes over 20 pages of puppy topics, instructions & videos.
Puppy training options are for dogs less than 6 months old:
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Pre-Puppy preparedness via Google Meet (before you bring your puppy home)
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Classroom 1:1 (with trainer's mature dog present if requested)
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At your residence (Chautauqua and neighboring counties including Warren & Erie)
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Puppy Partner (with size/age appropriate classmate if available).
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AKC STAR Puppy upgrade to Doggie Manners Group Class (candidates must have all puppy vaccines & be reliably house-trained)
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DOTE = Drop Off Training Experience. Puppy Package includes a Puppy Diploma when completed prior to 7 months old!
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Virtual Home Manners - Earn AKC's VHMP Title and Ribbon!
Dog Training
Dog Training is available for dogs 6 months and up (see "Puppy Training" above for younger options) with experience in a variety of behaviors ranging from Manners to Aggression.
Initial consult for dogs over 6 months start with either:
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Subsequent sessions for dogs over 6 months are 1 hour and can be at:
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Mayville Classroom
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At Your Residence (in Chautauqua and Neighboring Counties at trainer's discretion)
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Remotely Via Google Meet or By Phone.
In person consults include a short written summary. Remote sessions include email summary with supplemental resources.
Doggie Manners
Doggie Manners
...Your dog can probably already sit on cue, but can they sit and focus on you around other dogs? We cover:
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Sit
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Wait
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Polite Greetings
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4 on the floor (not jumping on people)
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Rules of Tug (take / tug /drop)
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Go to your Place
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Stay/Release
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Loose Leash Walking
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"Leave It".
Each class is 1 hour and includes lesson summary documents all 6 weeks. STAR Puppy Upgrade / Bonus Class for dogs <1 year.
Canine Good Citizen
Canine Good Citizen Skills:
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Accepting a friendly stranger
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Sitting politely for petting
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Appearance and grooming
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Out for a walk (walking on a loose lead)
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Walking through a crowd
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Sit and down on cue and stay in place
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Coming when called
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Reaction to another dog
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Reaction to distraction
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Supervised separation (3 minutes)
Each class is 1 hour. Prior group class/Doggie Manners Graduation equivalent recommended. CGC is a prerequisite for Therapy Dog Candidates.
Therapy Dog
Therapy Dogs are "a friend to everyone! A certified therapy dog is extremely patient and loving - and provides great companionship. " - TDU
Prerequisites:
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CGC Certification after 1 year old
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CGC Certification within the past 2 years
Therapy Dog Skill examples:
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Crowded petting, surprised from behind
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Prolonged Eye Contact
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Navigating around medical equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, etc)
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1 minute sit/stay. 3 minute down/stay.
Visit TherapyDogsUnited.Org for more details and frequently asked questions.
AKC Trick Dog
American Kennel Club's Trick Dog Program offers title opportunities for dogs of all breeds. Evaluations can be conducted in person or by video for:
In person evaluations and private training sessions are available for:
Other Training Options:
In-Home Dog Training is offered in Chautauqua and Neighboring Counties.
Puppies under 6 months can get started with in-home training right away!
Dogs over 6 months start at either:
OR
Subsequent sessions can be at Your Residence (at trainer's discretion).
In person consults include a short written summary. Google Meet/Phone sessions include email summary with supplemental resources.
Remote Training is offered anywhere in the US online or by phone.
To schedule & see pricing click below:
Subsequent sessions can be at Your Residence (at trainer's discretion) or at Mayville classroom.
Google Meet/Phone sessions include email summary with supplemental resources.
All puppy sessions include chqdogs' Puppy Lessons eBook (over 20 pages of bonus material!)
Other Training Topics:
What Clients are saying:
Lab Guardians
“Carly worked with us and our loveable - overzealous chocolate lab! I had found out we were pregnant with our first baby so Carly came to our house to help prepare our pup for our baby girl. Our daughter was born in June of 2024 so she is now 10 months old. Our dog is the best big brother! We used a lot of Carly's training to teach him to be gentle around our baby and he is the best boy with her. So gentle and kind. I recommend Carly all the time!"
GSD Guardian
“Her training has made such a positive impact on our German Shepherd's life! We will definitely be bringing all of our future dogs to chqdogs!”
Multi Dog Household
& Therapy Dog Guardian
“Working with Carly getting my dog ready to become a therapy dog was an awesome experience. She was very thorough with what he needed to be able to accomplish by the test. If there was an area in need, she took the time to work us through it. She is very knowledgeable and willing to do remote, single, or group lessons. Whatever works for the dog!”
Belgian Malinois & Boxer/ Shepherd Mix Guardian
“There is so much training information out there. It is good to have such a knowledgeable source to cut through the junk advice with solid techniques. Carly has a positive reinforcement approach, knowledge and professionalism. She also genuinely loves dogs and accepted each of mine as they were without being critical or judgmental.”
Pyrenees/Husky/Lab Shepherd Mix Guardian
“Carly is fear free, local, and recommended by people I know. I truly appreciate the fear free. I couldn't imagine bullying my babies. I've been able to find different ways to engage my dog and help her grow with her disabilities.”
Beagle Guardian
“Thanks to Carly’s guidance, consistent training, repetition and the valuable resources provided, my dog has truly thrived. The bond we’ve developed is remarkable, and I’ve learned so much about both my dog and myself through proper training.”
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Guardian
“Carly is the most intuitive and talented trainer I've worked with since 1978, when I bought my first dog. I love how she spends time watching a dog to figure out what (s)he needs. Carly was spot on figuring out what my Corgi needed (all the dogs on CHQ grounds made her reactive).”