SwissRidge Kennels is now pleased to offer Training classes personalized for your needs! We have found many trainers don't have a clue when it comes to dogs. It's very sad but true! At SwissRidge kennels we want to unsure that dogs aren't given up for behavioral issues. No problem is to big or to small for us. If you are having any problems with your dog no matter if it came from my kennel or not we would love to help you!
TRAINING CLASSES
At Swiss Ridge kennels we offer many different training options to fit your specific dogs needs as we know that every dog will need special attention to become a well-behaved member of your family and the community.
Please call or email anytime to set up a FREE evaluation to see what training suits you and your dog’s needs best.
INBOARD TRAINING for dogs 16 weeks and older
Our most popular training program is our three week inboard training program in which your dog will learn all of its basic obedience commands like sit, down, stay, heel and come. During the three weeks we are able to set aside some time to focus on specific problems such as canine aggression and leash aggression at no extra charge. While in training, the family members are not permitted to visit as this will upset the dog and throw off the training program, however, you are encouraged to call and check up on your dog’s progress. At the conclusion of your dogs three weeks, you have a one-hour session with the trainer to ensure that you and your dog are able to complete all the commands to our training standard. We also have two follow-up sessions included, which must be used within six months of the send home date.
It is vital your puppy goes homes with you at 8 weeks and bonds with you for the next 8 weeks. Our inboard training starts at 16 weeks of age. We can train any dog 16 weeks or older for inboard training.
This course is $1200 and includes board for 3 weeks.
PRIVATE SESSIONS
We offer private one on one sessions with the trainer. Please contact me for more details and prices.
Phone Consultations
We also offer help over the phone for people that live a distance or just need some advice about a certain problem. Phone Consultation are $50/hour.
Policy
Before any dog is trained by us everyone must fill out the training form (click on the button below ).
Your dog much be fully vaccinated and treated for kennel cough 14 days prior to visiting us but no later then 3 month.
Your dog must also be on a flea and worm preventions program. All documents must be faxed to us before your dog visits out facility.
Questions for the Trainer?
darktolight25@gmail.com
Reference from one of our many very happy clients!!!!!
This reference is from Christine the lady who adopted Charleigh. Charliegh was a trainers worst night mare when we got her. After a few month with use she went to live with Christine and her family and this is what Christine has to say about Charleigh now!
"First, I have to say Charleigh ROCKS! and is the most amazing dog ever!
Charleigh came to us from Swissridge Kennels on October 19th 2009 at the age of 17 months. We found her on Swissridge Kennels website - Adult Dog link. She is a Bernedoodle. We were a bit hesitant to get an older dog but with the training Lucas provided Charleigh it was the best decision we ever did. She is so sweet natured and so well behaved. She loves to work and always wants to please. I know Sherry mentioned that Charleigh arrived back at Swissridge Kennels with some behavioral issues...but I have to say we have not seen any of them. What ever issues Charleigh had they were gone. Charleigh quickly and easily fit into our routine and has adjusted so well. She has been with us only 4 months but it seems like she has been with us forever. Lucas has provided great advise over the telephone with regards to Charleigh's training and what we need to do and I know he is just a phone call away if we have any problems.
Charleigh easily follows the basic commands of sit, down, stay, heal and come. In fact she loves to please so much that sometimes it seems like she knows what I am going to say before I even say it...I just have to look at her! :) She knows all the hand commands. The thing I was so shocked with was how easily Charleigh transferred over to us. I thought maybe she would resort back to some old ways with a new owner...not so.
She is so sweet and good with our 2 year old daughter...she is incredibly patient!!!!
Lucas and Sherry were honest with us and advised that Charleigh was an active dog and needed a lot of exercise. I very much appreciate their honesty as it is very important to Charleigh that she gets her daily exercise. This makes her so happy! Charleigh is an absolute perfect match for us and I thank Sherry for that!
We go to the dog park every day and everyone always comments on what a great well behaved dog she is. When people hear we have only had her a short time...they can't believe how well she listens to me! All I have to say is "Charleigh come" as my daughter and I are leaving the dog park and no matter what she is doing she heads our way. She walks great off leash or on leash. She hangs close to home and is so loyal!! I run with her every morning off leash, she roams around but always comes back when I yell "come" and will heal close when I say "heal". Our yard is only currently half fenced in...we can let Charleigh out in the morning, she does her business and comes right back to the door. She quickly learned the saying "stay in the back"! :) She then patiently waits while I wipe her paws. She sits and waits while we enter or go outside, then she follows once we say "come". I really could go on and on. She is perfect. She continues to surprise us everyday. When we are at the cabin the forest is her backyard...but she always hangs close by and comes whenever she hears her name. Of course we can not take credit for any of the training...Lucas did it all. Charleigh is who she is today because of Lucas. Everyone who meets Charleigh wants a dog like Charleigh!!!
Lucas did an amazing job! Charleigh is amazing! I am open to talking to anyone if they would like a recommendation on hiring Lucas as a trainer for their dog.
We love Charleigh so much and so happy that she is a part of our family. Getting Charleigh from Swissridge Kennels was a perfect decision...we would not hesitate in the future to get another dog from them...of course we would definitely first have it trained by Lucas!!
Thanks to you both for making Charleigh such a wonderful family pet!!!!
ok I better go!
take care
thanks again for a great dog!
Christine, Iain, Mary Anne and Charleigh
If you would like to email Christine her email is christinemcauley@shaw.ca
