Our philosophy about training is one that emphasizes an education for both canine and human that will help to build a loving relationship between them.

Our dogs depend on us for understanding, leadership and guidance. They don't speak English, and can't tell us what they need, so it is our responsibility to learn to understand them, and to show them how to live in our world. To do that, we need a communication system with our dogs. WE NEED A COMMON LANGUAGE Obedience Training is the language through which the dog learns to communicate. Through patience and positive training, we can build a loving and respectful relationship by understanding our animals and their needs.      Communication teaches a dog how to learn.    Both companions, human and canine, need a common language! In training, a dog goes through the same building block steps that a child does in his education. Early communication and education helps build language. We begin with puppy pre-school, (simple language and social skills), then move to basic obedience, and further into advanced work as the dog and owners become more proficient in their language. Obedience training also establishes the communication basis from which to solve other problems. As a dog owner, your frustration is gone since the training not only corrects problem behaviors, but also helps you to prevent others from occurring.   Obedience Commands are teaching Tools. While Obedience Commands are practical, they're not just "tricks" that simply look pretty when your dog does them.               Obedience Commands teach concepts to your dog... Commands teach the dog the rules and manners of the household through a system based on leadership and respect. Commands and training illustrate the clarity and expectations of the rules. Distraction Training teaches your dog how to behave in all situations with all levels of distraction... AND teaches owners how to handle all situations and all levels of distraction. Training teaches your dog how to get praise!    Professional Training builds relationships.    Through the motivation and praise for the successes, the dog happily begins to understand    how to communicate with us on a very positive level, as well as learns what is acceptable in    our world. As more understanding comes, self-confidence builds within the dog (and within the owner!). Anxiety is gone because both beings understand each other through new communication channels. The relationship between the owner and dog companion can continue into a strong bond of respect and understanding due to the common language. The well trained dog is a pleasure to live with. And the well-educated owner is also a joy for the dog to live with! You and your well trained dog set an example of companionship and communication built on patience, understanding and mutual respect...