Frequently Asked Questions

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5845 Yadkin Rd Unit E Fayetteville NC 28303

We do not label ourselves as positive, balanced, or any other commercialized name that trainers often identify as. To us this is a marketing scheme and not an accurate representation of how we operate. Our method fundamentally starts with observing the dog in front of us, because each dog and their needs are unique. What might work for one dog may not work for another and there is no cookie cutter approach to dog training. Just because we have slip collars, prong collars, and e-collars in our toolbox does NOT mean that we will use them on your dog. Our goal is to use whatever training tool helps us effectively communicate with your dog whether that be food/toys or slip/prong collar, you dog will show us what they need we do not decide for them. 

We are familiar with compulsion training, but its not one of our methods. Training is far more advanced than using those outdated techniques. They are simply not effective when working with pets and unneccessary.

Some of our Behavioral Techniques 

• Desensitization
• Cooperative Care for Vet visits and groomer handling
• Counter Conditioning 
• Behavior Adjustment Training (BAT)
• Constructional Aggression Treatment
• LAT (Look at That) Protocol
• Relaxation Protocol - by Dr. Karen Overall
• TBTE Protcols - Marc and Stephanie McCabe
• Confidence Boosting through agility activites and body mechanic exercises
• Habituation with the Reticular Activating System (Mediation of Behavior)
• Coping Mechanisms and Stress Management to reduce Amygdala Hijacks (fight/flight response)

We feel by listing our prices we are doing a disservice to our clients, each program is customizable and discounts are often applied or prices increased based on need. By listing the price tire kickers will often look without reading to see where the true value in the training lies. We can tell you that we are not the cheapest program out there and charge accordingly for what you will receive, our background, and the experience you will have by choosing us. 

Big or small, we've trained them all. At no time will you be turned away for any breed or size of dog. We also take on "red" cases of aggression which means dogs that have killed another animal or severely harmed a person.