No time for training classes? Did your dog flunk out of a training class, or never make it to one? Or have you taken classes with your dog, but found that back home nothing much has changed? Developing solid positive behavior takes skill and practice, practice, practice -- in various settings. Day training is the perfect option if your daily schedule makes regular, intensive training difficult. It takes place in your dog’s everyday environment – in your home and neighborhood - while you are out at work or taking care of life’s million and one demands. We teach your dog new behaviors and get them established. You maintain them with simple exercises that fit into the busiest of lives. And enjoy your happy, well-mannered dog. Day training provides: A solid foundation in basic behaviors (e.g. sit, down, come when called, go to mat or crate, walking on a loose leash) Remedial training for behavioral issues (e.g. digging, barking, chewing, separation issues, reactivity, aggression) Life enrichment Weight loss support Customized programs are crafted to suit the needs and abilities of each dog and family. All programs include hand-over sessions in which you learn how to maintain your dog’s new behaviors. We also provide information on a variety of training topics, follow-up support, and referrals for services outside the scope of City Dog Country Dog – such as day care, dog walking, dog sports and other activities. Day training is available in the Portland metro area, in Yachats, OR and neighboring cities.