Are you searching for dog and puppy training that will make a difference?
Get ready for a canine partner you feel confident taking anywhere!
The Glimmer Dog Program
The Glimmer Dog Program is a unique blend of Private Training, Forrest School, and Adventure Training and Activities, designed to address your dog’s behavioral, social, and emotional needs. Imagine a training approach that fills in the missing pieces, creating a well-rounded and fulfilled canine companion. The one-on-one attention and enriching environment of our Forrest School creates the perfect mix to help your dog feel and behave better while also helping you achieve your training goals.
What is Forrest School?
Forrest School is our unique approach to canine enrichment and training, where we go beyond conventional methods by immersing dogs in an environment that prioritizes autonomy and skill development simultaneously. Unlike traditional training, Forrest School allows dogs to explore, learn, and make choices in a safe and natural setting. We facilitate a group learning environment that helps your dog learn social and self-regulation skills in a contextual way that helps them function more effectively in the world and in their homes.
What Are Private Lessons?
Private lessons are your gateway to seamlessly integrating what your dog is learning at Forrest School into your daily life. In these personalized sessions, we’ll focus on addressing specific concerns unique to you and your dog. This is not just about teaching cues; it’s a collaborative process where you, the pet parent, learn how to teach and support your dog effectively. Together, we’ll tailor a specialized enrichment and exercise program, ensuring it aligns perfectly with everyone’s needs.
What Is Adventure Training?
I want you confident out on the trail and anywhere you choose to adventure with your canine partner. We’ll get there together as I guide you in the skills both you and your pup need to navigate the real world with other dogs, people, and the many distractions that are part of this beautiful and crazy world we live in together.
How Does the Glimmer Dog Program Work?
Assessment and Understanding Stage
This stage is customizable based on your specific needs but the general steps that are suited to most behavior concerns are as follows:
Virtual Consultation
The first step in the Glimmer Dog Program is to schedule your hour long virtual consultation. As a Family Dog Mediator, I’ll use the LEGS model to gain a clear picture of both you and your dog, providing us with the foundation to collaborate in our work together. Additionally, you’ll purchase and work through The Dial Method, a fun, video based course and workbook. Together, these comprehensive educational tools will give you the knowledge you’ll need to join the Glimmer Dog Program.
Investment: $150 (plus $55 for The Dial Method from Amazon)
After your virtual consultation, you’ll schedule your first In-Home Session which lasts 90 minutes. I will gain insight into life with your dog and we’ll dig into your knowledge base and begin to formulate a plan to meet everyone’s needs. Next, your dog will attend a 90 minute Forrest School Assessment where I will learn the specifics of your dog’s social skills and play style to match him with Forrest School classmates.
Investment: $400 ($200 for In-Home and $200 for Forrest School Assessment)
Total Investment : $605
*I love multi-dog households and offer a price break for second (or more) dogs from the same family for all stages.
*This stage must be completed before joining the Foundation Stage of The Glimmer Dog Program
(In our Foundation Stage of the Glimmer Dog Program, our goal is to help your dog gain the skills and experiences they will need to live their best life. We’ll teach you how to understand and communicate with your dog as you grow into an aware and capable partner in your increasingly harmonious relationship.
For You:
Learn the art of seamlessly integrating your dog’s skills into your life at home. We focus on honing your ability to exercise your dog on non-Forest School days. As part of the Foundation Stage, you’ll begin implementing at-home enrichment strategies and cultivating social currency, laying the foundation for a strong bond.
For Your Dog:
Our program emphasizes developing crucial self-regulation skills for your dog. This includes patiently waiting at gates and doors, and responding to recall cues and human body language. Additionally, they will relax during designated rest times and become adept at reading other dogs’ body language during social interactions. Introduction to stationing and conditioned relaxation adds another layer to their skill set.
The Foundation Stage of the Glimmer Dog Program Includes :
- Forrest School attendance
- Private lessons for parents
- Coached hikes when approved by trainer
- Customized number of training sessions per week based on your goals
- Most dogs are able to attend our Forrest School Sleep-away Camp when you need care for your pup while you travel.
Investment: Starting at $800/month (coached hikes are additional charge), customized to your unique situation
*Multi-dog discount available
In the Transition Stage of the Glimmer Dog Program, we empower both you and your dog to navigate daily life with increased confidence and proficiency, tailoring skills to seamlessly integrate into your unique lifestyle.
For You:
This Stage is designed to instill confidence in your at-home skills, ensuring they align seamlessly with your particular lifestyle. Whether you’re working to meet your dog’s exercise and enrichment needs on your own or at Canine Lifestyle Community events, we’ll help you enhance your proficiency in doing so! The Transition Stage will also prepare you to navigate real-life scenarios with ease, fostering a harmonious partnership with your canine companion.
For Your Dog:
Your dog’s increased mastery of self-regulation skills takes center stage in the Transition Stage. They will showcase an increased ability to stay on station with higher-stage distractions, releasing only to their own name while in the company of other canine friends who are also working at Forrest School. Leash walking becomes a breeze with minimal pulling, and waiting at doors and gates becomes second nature. A solid recall and call-off are mastered, and if desired, they can explore hikes off-leash while maintaining a 30-foot radius (can be on a long line).
The Transition Stage of the Glimmer Dog Program Includes :
- Forrest School attendance
- Private lessons for parents
- Coached hikes or bikejoring lessons
- Customized number of training sessions per week based on your goals
Investment : Starting at $600/month (coached hikes are additional charge), customized to your unique situation
*Multi-dog discount available
Our clients and dogs love the Glimmer Dog program so much that they never want to graduate!
When your pup has met the requirements to graduate from the Transition Stage, nothing has to change. Continue Forrest School or maybe attend a bit less frequently.
Continue participating in our group Adventure Training and Activities.
Experience all the joy that comes with a well-adjusted dog and a skillful partnership!
At this and any Stage, additional, private training sessions can be purchased on a “as-needed” basis.
At Home or “Field Trip” Session Investment : $135
At Glimmer Dog Session Investment : $100
How Do You Get Started with
The Glimmer Dog Program?
1. Contact us to ask any questions or schedule your virtual consult!
2. Join our Glimmer Dog Program and learn how to meet all of your dog’s needs.
3. Enjoy the life-long bond you’ll build with your dog during your program!