Opening up your life and heart to a shelter dog can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life.

Or it can evolve into a train wreck.

Every day, countless dogs find themselves in shelters for a variety of reasons, often through no fault of their own. As you browse the “Adopt Me” photos on shelter websites, it’s hard not to feel a wave of compassion. The images and heartfelt descriptions truly tug at your heartstrings, reminding us of the love and companionship these dogs are so eager to offer.

When considering the adoption of a dog, what criteria should guide your choice to make sure you find the perfect companion?

cost: $10.00

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Think of training topics for your dog like planning a dinner party.

What’s on the menu?

If you plan to serve Build Your Own Loaded Baked Potatoes, it's best to start preparing the potatoes well ahead of your guests' arrival.
You can chop the chives shortly before they arrive.

Here’s an idea; consider your list of training goals with a similar approach. Certain topics should be introduced as early as possible, while others can be added later.

Think in terms of “How important do I want reliability?”


In this presentation, the emphasis will be on thinking about our youngest learners, the puppy, and what skills are important now, versus later, to begin.

cost: $10.00

email: prdogtraining01@gmail.com for registration, payment information and the Zoom link to the session

Congratulations for choosing to make a difference in the life of an adopted dog.

This is an exciting time, and you are eager to show your new friend all the wonderful experiences your life together now offers - car rides, meeting your friends, family gatherings, and going places with you.

Please remember that your new best friend is going through a period of adjustment and adaptation.

Their previous life was predictable, while the new one is not, and accepting change takes time.

The speed at which an adopted dog adjusts to their new life—no matter how much better we believe it to be than their previous conditions—depends on various factors. The best gift you can give your dog on Gotcha Day is the gift of time.

We will explore this transition period and offer helpful suggestions to allow the newly adopted dog the patience and space they need to learn and acclimate.

cost: free

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Does your dog eat as if this were the last bit of food on the planet?

Let’s take a quick look at some ways to slow down how fast your dog eats.

There are many options available, from an array of slow-feeding bowls to innovative foraging toys. However, the effects of these products on your dog can extend beyond just eating a meal.

We’ll discuss the pros and cons of several designs to help you make the best choice for your dog.

cost: $10.00

email: prdogtraining01@gmail.com for registration, payment information and the Zoom link to the session

What is socialization?

Choose your favorite beverage, get comfortable, and relax as you learn about this critically important stage of life for dogs.
What happens during this stage and how it occurs, truly matters.

We’ll explore a puppy’s developmental timeline (tip: it’s a lot shorter than you might think), and how you can best set up socialization experiences for your puppy.

Are you thinking of enrolling in a puppy socialization class? We will provide you with some guidelines to aid you in making the best choice for your puppy.

cost: $10.00

email: prdogtraining01@gmail.com for registration, payment information and the Zoom link to the session