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Sneakers & Fig sporting matching jammies while awaiting adoption at SF Animal Care and Control.

Puppy Support Program

Comprehensive Puppy Training
& Behavior Guidance

in Sonoma, CA

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What will we work on?

This program is tailored to meet the specific needs of you and your puppy. While every plan is personalized, the following topics are commonly covered:

  • ​Understanding Puppy Behavior: Insights into doggie psychology to help you better understand your pup.​​

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  • Potty Training: Helping your pup learn where they should and shouldn't go to potty. 

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  • Puppy Nipping: Teaching bite inhibition and appropriate play.

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  • Recall: Building a reliable "come when called" response.

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  • Management & Enrichment: Addressing chewing, crate training, and providing mental stimulation.

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  • Resource Guarding: Preventing and addressing guarding behaviors around food, toys, or spaces.

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  • Basic Cues: Foundations for essential cues like "drop," "sit," "down," "stay," and "touch."

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  • Leash Walking: Teaching polite leash manners for enjoyable walks.

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  • Socialization: Introducing your puppy to new people, dogs, environments, and experiences like grooming, handling, and wearing harnesses.

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  • Behavior Prevention: Although it might not feel like a pressing issue yet, I am well-versed in how "problem" behaviors arise. Having a puppy gives you the unique opportunity to lay the groundwork now to prevent common challenges later—saving you and your pup unnecessary stress and frustration in the future.

a woman wearing a puppy in a sling while petting a water buffalo

Confident puppy, Hootie, taking her socialization to the next level! 

Peanut showing off her new sitting skills.

How does it work?

Day Training:
4 weeks | 3 times a week |12 sessions |$1980

Enjoy the convenience of accelerated learning with me, the professional trainer, setting the foundation for your puppy’s success. Perfect for busy owners, this program jumpstarts your puppy’s skills while you focus on the up keep. Homework between sessions ensures long-lasting results and strengthens the bond with your pup without having to be a dog trainer!

 

Coaching:
12 weeks | 1 time a week |12 sessions |$1980

A slower-paced option designed for those who want to take the lead in their puppy’s training journey. With weekly sessions, progress relies on consistent practice and dedication at home. This program works best for owners who have the time and energy to dig deep and dive in.

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"Rebecca was a lifesaver during my first months with my puppy, Hopper! She walked us through crate and potty training, leash walking, recall and how to address problem behaviors like barking and biting. I honestly don't know what I would have done without her. Every training session felt like miles of progress with Hopper and we both fell in love with her gentle, positive, and welcoming energy from day one. Thank you, Rebecca, for always going the extra mile for us and loving Hopper as your own."

-Hopper's mom 

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Connecting With Rebecca

  1. Rebecca is currently out on Mat Leave
  2. Join her waitlist for when she returns

  3. If you can't wait, find referrals here

  4. See you in April! 

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