A Walk in the Park™
Get Started with Training Services
Welcome to our force-free, relationship-based training program! We've designed a comprehensive process to ensure your dog receives the most effective training approach. Follow these steps to get started with our training services and build a stronger bond with your furry friend.
Health Requirements
All dogs must meet these health requirements before starting training services
✓ Required Vaccinations
📄 Additional Health Requirement
Negative fecal check required every 6 months
How to Submit Vaccine Records
Send records to:
⚠️ Important: All vaccine records must be submitted and approved before your first visit. Please allow time for processing when scheduling your appointment.
⏰ Our Training Process
After health records are submitted, we begin our comprehensive training evaluation process
Submit Health Records
Email or fax all required vaccine records and negative fecal check
- Submit all required vaccination records
- Include negative fecal check results
- Email to
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Create Gingr Profile
Set up your account in our scheduling system to manage appointments and services (we can help if needed)
- Create your account in our scheduling system
- Add your dog's information and preferences
- Manage future appointments and services
- Required before scheduling consultation
- Need help? We can assist you with setup!
Schedule Zoom Consultation
Comprehensive 30 minute background discussion about your dog's history, goals, and training needs
- 30 minute comprehensive consultation
- Discuss your dog's background and history
- Review training goals and expectations
- Assess environmental factors and lifestyle
- Determine training vs. behavior modification needs
Assessment & Recommendation
Professional evaluation to determine the best approach: training for new skills or behavior modification for problem behaviors
- Professional assessment of your dog's needs
- Customized training plan development
- Clear distinction between training and behavior modification
- Realistic timeline and expectations
- Personalized recommendations for your dog
Training Membership & Start
Enroll in the appropriate training program and begin your journey to a well-trained, happy dog
- Choose from Pack Pass™ or Puppy Playcare
- Begin structured training sessions
- Access to video vault and resources
- Ongoing support and community
- Track progress and celebrate achievements
🎯 Training vs. Behavior Modification: Understanding the Difference
It's important to understand whether your dog needs training for new skills or behavior modification for existing problem behaviors, as they require different approaches.
🎓 Training Issues
Teaching new skills and behaviors
- • Learning basic cues (sit, stay, come)
- • Leash manners and walking skills
- • House training and routine building
- • Focus and attention exercises
- • Impulse control and patience
🔧 Behavior Modification
Addressing problem behaviors and emotional issues
- • Anxiety and fear-based behaviors
- • Aggression or reactivity issues
- • Excessive barking or destructive behavior
- • Separation anxiety
- • Resource guarding
🌟 Why Choose Our Force-Free Approach?
Our training is 100% force-free because we believe that allowing dogs to make their own choices and come to their own conclusions creates lasting behavioral change. Extensive scientific research supports positive reinforcement methods, and our approach builds stronger relationships between you and your dog while achieving better long-term results.
Ready to Begin Your Training Journey?
Start by submitting your dog's health records, then create your Gingr profile to schedule your Zoom consultation
Need more information? Our training specialist can walk you through the entire process