Obedience
Our personal training packages kick off with a 30 to 45-minute video consultation with Russ, our Owner and Chief Training Officer.
We'll ensure you’re starting off where your dog will make the most progress, and put you on the path to achieving the lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of.
Group classes or Freshman Obedience don't require consultations. Virtual consult fees are credited towards your personal training package, if enrolled within 30-days of consult.
Freshman
Strengthen and build the foundation of obedience with essential commands like sit, down, stay, heel, and come. This comprehensive program delves into reinforcement techniques, understanding your dog's love languages, and mastering methods to capture and maintain your dog's focus. Develop an unwavering connection with your canine companion through mutual respect and effective leadership.
Discover strategies to ensure your dog responds promptly and the FIRST time a command is given, and maintains concentration even in distracting environments. Freshman obedience is an engaging experience suitable for dogs of all ages and stages, whether seeking a challenge, starting off or refining fundamental skills.
$500 - 5 SESSION PACKAGE
Sophomore
Build on your dog’s foundational obedience, increasing their impulse control, decreasing distractibility, and improving their ability to stay focused on tasks around distractions.
Enjoy walking your dog for long distances in a perfect, loose-leash heel, and recall them into their heeling position from a distance. Learn how to eliminate jumping, teaching your pup to sit calmly when meeting new friends.
This course will introduce the fundamentals of the “place” command, helping your dog gain a reliable stay on a bed or mat of your choice. Practice long distance stays around distractions, and learn the art of maintaining attention while other dogs are loose.
$550 - 5 SESSION PACKAGE
Junior
No treats? No leash? No problem.
Learn the techniques of variable rewards and leash dissociation to gain reliability with your dog in any setting.
Take your dog’s obedience to the next level with distanced commands. Learn how to send your dog away from your side to the “place” of your choice, and master lying down at a distance around distractions.
Develop practical applications for heeling with intense distractions, both on and off leash, and teach your pup to lie down in motion in a heel. Learn how to maintain attention while hiking, walking around the neighborhood, or exploring the river trail, to make your walks more enjoyable and build your bond with your dog.
This course builds on the foundational obedience from the Freshman and Sophomore courses, challenging your dog to follow each command the first time you ask, regardless of the temptations around them.
$600 - 5 SESSION PACKAGE
Senior
This elite obedience course is not for the faint of heart.
Master the art of down at a distance, down en route, wordless recall to a heel, and more. Teach your dog to switch between tasks at a distance. We’ll put your training to the test with two pack walk classes, where obedience meets the road. Create the ultimate bond with your dog as you refine your communication and compete in a series of team-building obstacles throughout this program.
Dogs who pass this course with no failed attempts gain the title of “Maligator Trained,” earning themselves a place on our Wall of Fame. Maligator Trained dogs have unique access to events, our community therapy program, and exclusive discount codes.
An e collar is required for this course, and must have been introduced by one of our trainers during the Junior obedience course. We recommend Dogtra, and will also use Garmin, E Collar Technologies Educator, or Sportdog. No other brands are currently accepted, as we strongly support quality electronic tools that are consistent and humane for your dog.
$650 - 5 SESSION PACKAGE
e-collar training
At Maligator Kennels, our E-collar dog training stands as a beacon of reliability, strengthening the bond between canines and their human counterparts. Through this method, obedience becomes not just a command, but a steadfast assurance. The emphasis lies not only on commands but on clear communication, fostering a deep understanding between handler and dog.
This clarity instills peace of mind, granting both dogs and humans the freedom to navigate the world with confidence. In the realm of obedience, this technique becomes a cornerstone, fortifying the relationship, and enriching the lives of both pet and owner.
$650 - 5 SESSION PACKAGE