Frequently Asked Questions
Clients will receive a pre-session reminder.
It will include a link to this page:
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🐾 Private Training at the Canine Cabin: FAQ & Arrival Guide
Welcome to CHQDogs! To ensure a productive and stress-free first session at the Canine Cabin (128 East Chautauqua St, Mayville, NY 14757), please review these arrival instructions and preparation tips.
📍 Finding the Cabin
The Canine Cabin is tucked behind the Davis Exterior Contracting warehouse, directly adjacent to the Rails to Trails path. (Google Maps Pin)
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Driving Directions
From Mayville's 🚦 Light:
Drive downhill on E Chautauqua Street. Just past Mayville Cemetery and Honeysette Rd, look for the Davis warehouse on the left. Missed it? If you reach Great Tree B&B, turn around at the A-Way storage facility driveway.
From Hartfield / Crosby's:
Pass Great Tree B&B and reduce speed. Turn right just before the Davis Exterior Contracting warehouse. Missed it? If you pass Honeysette Rd, you have gone too far and can turn around in the cemetery.
Parking & Entry:
Turn into the Davis warehouse lot and drive to the back of the building. It may feel like you are driving onto the unpaved trail path; look for the CHQDogs sign.
Parking: Park in the designated space between the warehouse and the cabin. Pull (or back) directly up to the fence.
Mirrors: Utilize the mirrors placed around the parking area to see around building corners for oncoming trail users.
The Door: Use the entry door facing the fence. Note that the porch side is blocked by fencing and is not the entrance.
🐕 Session Preparation:
Human Comfort:
The cabin does not have a restroom. Please plan a stop at a nearby facility 🚽 en route for pre-session relief. (Suggestions: Mayville Lakeside Park, Tim Hortons or Crosby's).
Dress in Layers:
The cabin uses small climate control units. Dress as if preparing for the outdoors (including potential ticks/mosquitoes), as training may move to the trail. Non-chemical repellents are available on-site if needed.
Gear:
Please use a 6' fixed-length leash (no retractable leashes). A flat/martingale collar or harness with ID tags is recommended.
Potty Breaks:
Dogs may potty around the cabin. A waste bin with 💩 stickers is located next to the entry door.
Give Space:
If other students are leaving or hikers are on the trail, please provide them with plenty of distance.
Food & Treats:
Skip a portion of your dog’s nearest pre-session meal so they arrive motivated.
Bring:
Your dog’s meal, favorite toys, and several SMALL high-value treats as well as any gear you've tried.
Sensitivities:
Please disclose any food sensitivities or allergies, as additional treats are kept on-site.
🕒 Canine Cabin Policies
Punctuality & Access:
To allow for full setup, please do not arrive more than a few minutes early. The door remains locked until just before the appointment. To keep dogs calm, your trainer will be waiting inside the cabin. Please let yourself in at the scheduled start time.
Communication:
If running late, please send a message. Phones are silenced during sessions and messages are not checked on weekends, so responses may be delayed.
Weather & Cancellations:
Weather/Illness: Remote consultations are available in cases of extreme weather or illness.
Cancellation Policy:
Appointments canceled with less than 48 hours' notice will be forfeited along with the deposit.
Questions? Email: carly@chqdogs.com
Message via Pocket Suite: Chat Here
Future Appointments: Book Here
Will there be other dogs present at the a private training session?
Usually, No. Occasionally the trainer's helper dogs help with puppies or reactive dogs. This follows a minimum of one prior session.
GROUP CLASSES would include other dogs and handlers.
How should I prepare for an in-home session with CHQDogs?
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If a main entry is not clearly accessible, please message the trainer with entry and parking directions. A well lit driveway is appreciated!
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Withhold some of your dog's prior meal as we will be issuing lots of treats during training.
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Make a list! The trainer arrives with lots of training ideas and these are always customized to your goals and unique dog.
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At the end of the session, you will receive a written summary with reminders on what to practice.
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Puppy clients will gain access to CHQDogs' Puppy Portal with additional resources.
How should I prepare for a Google Meet training session?
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Prior to the session, you will receive a Google Meet invitation link.
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Withhold some of your dog's prior meal as we will be issuing lots of treats during training.
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Initially, the session will
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After the session, you will receive a summary email with reminders on what to practice.
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Remote sessions also include supplemental resources such as lesson documents and videos.
