The #1 veterinarian recommended dog care facility in Branford
DOG TRAINING
Is your dog a brat?
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Melissa Stasio has been training dogs since 1999. Her theory of behavior modification and level of skill and knowledge on how to balance the energy between human and dog will guarantee success.
Your only job is to maintain the behavior. We use a combination of methods depending on your unique situation. At Who’s Your Doggie, we aren’t limited to only one method of dog training. This is essential because all dogs respond differently to methods of training. We match the training method to the specific temperament of your dog so that he/she can learn in their own way at their own pace. Our training is NOT treat based. While we use positive reinforcement with food for some training, using treats alone does not teach reliable recall, or commands.
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We create structure and discipline for results and reliability. Our dogs are trained to understand the commands and to love doing it.
We are confident that you’ll see amazing results on the first day. We’ll work with you hand-in-hand so that reinforcing the training is a job you can handle every day. Training your dog is step one. Training their humans is next. Follow-up visits provide ongoing guidance and help you maintain what your dog has learned. Our goal is to make sure you are empowered to follow through with the training and that things are working out well.
WHAT CAN WE HELP WITH
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Jumping
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Nipping, Biting
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Leash pulling, Leash reactivity
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Barking
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Stealing food, Counter surfing
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Anxiety
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Digging
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Chewing
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Aggression
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Crate training
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Chasing (people/ animals)
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Off leash/recall
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Potty training
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Obedience commands:
Sit, Stay, down, wait​, and any other commands or manners you want corrected.
PRICE LIST
*All prices reflect DISCOUNTED CASH price
Non cash price is 3.99% higher
ONE ON ONE LESSONS
$250
These one on one lessons are not like any typical in home hour long training that leaves you paying for something that is not accomplished when the trainer leaves.
Our lessons are designed. to get results guaranteed!
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Private lessons are available in your home, our facility, or off site depending on what suites the dogs needs. A lesson may be broken up into several small sessions depending on the need. If we can’t get a dog to perform a certain task, we can make several visits to accomplish our goals. For example if your dog is barking at guests, we can make several short visits to reinforce the door manners. In just one lesson we can accomplish some of the basic commands or manners (If your dog allows). We also handle behavior issues; however, this may be on a management plan, this MAY not be solved with one visit.
GROUP CLASSES​
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We offer various group classes, from single session crash courses to 6 week courses that track you and your dog's progress. Learn basic obedience and build on those skills while working through the distractions of a group training environment! See
for what classes we are currently offering or call us at 203-488-9660 to find out more!
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BOARD AND TRAIN/BOOTCAMP ​
Starting at $1500/week
Your dog stays with us for one or two weeks and we do all training for you. When your dog returns, we offer follow up service (included) to make sure dog is not regressing, and that you are following through with everything. Includes follow-up visits at no additional cost. Additional dogs are discounted depending on breed and desired training. There is also an option for daily drop off boot camp if you do not wish to leave your dog overnight, This is available for special circumstances and may not be suitable for your specific case. There is a guarantee with all boot camps. Either one year or lifetime depending on which program you chose. We guarantee that you will see improvement in your dog or you do not pay.
It is your job to maintain the training, that part we can not guarantee!
Aggression/severe anxiety cost is higher cost depending on breed and situation.