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Is Your Dog Baby Ready?

So, you’re having a baby and you already have a dog. What’s the best way to introduce the two so that there are as few problems as possible? I’m sure you’ve heard that you should bring home a dirty diaper, or a blanket from the hospital after the baby is born, so that your dog will become accustomed to the scent of the baby. This is a good idea, but did you know there are many things you can do before you have your baby, and not wait until after you give birth, to help smooth the transition of bringing home baby to your family dog? This program focuses on preparing your dog for the arrival of your new baby, including an easy to read booklet that discusses … 

o Four important, and useful, commands that your dog should master before your newborn comes home. 

o How to incorporate those four commands into daily activities 

o Setting up the nursery 

o Introducing baby equipment 

o Setting up boundaries in your home 

o Appropriate toys, 

o A ‘safe zone’ for your dog once baby has arrived 

o Step by step instructions for the first introduction of dog and baby 

o the SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT piece of safety advice you can receive 

o how to make a smooth transition once everyone is home 

This class is a 1.5 – 2 hr, lecture-style class offered in a group setting or as a private consultation, in your home. For group class dates, and times please visit our calendar page. 

Rate- Group Class - $40 per expectant couple 

Private Consultation - $75 

Behavior Counseling

Is your dog an overall well-behaved dog but has a specific behavior problem like jumping up or house training you’d like some guidance working through? Some behavior problems can be worked through in a very short period of time, while others may require lifelong management. We can meet with you, discuss the problem and offer you some probable causes and solutions to assist you in working through the problem.
Rate: Starting at $50 and up

Dog Walking

Do you have a busy, hectic schedule and running short on time?
Is your dog driving you crazy with all of its extra energy?

Dogs need exercise to burn off pent up energy; they can’t burn it all off themselves. Many unwanted behaviors are a result of dogs not having enough physical and mental exercise on a regular basis. Let NKYK9 help you and your dog. We won’t just let your dog out to “potty”, we’ll take your dog for a half-hour or an hour long walk allowing them to get the exercise they need.

A tired dog is a good dog!!!

Package 1: $200 for 10 half an hour walks or 5 one hour walks.*

Package 2: $300 for 16 half an hour walks or 8 one hour walks.*

Package 3: $400 for 24 half an hour walks or 12 one hour walks.**

* all walks have to be used with in 30 days of purchase.
** all walks have to be used with in 90 days of purchase.

First time customers will receive 10-20% off walking services with enrollment in a training package (% depends on package). Please contact us for information about your FREE evaluations to get you started in a training package.

Before You Shop or Adopt Counseling
Are you considering bringing a dog or puppy into your family but don’t know where to begin in choosing the right breed or breed mix for your family? We can help! We’ll meet with you to discuss your needs and goals for your new canine companion. Dogs have been bred for specific purposes. They come in all shapes and sizes with varying energy levels, grooming requirements and personalities. Narrowing down the options to set your family up for success can be quite overwhelming! Let us use our experience and knowledge to assist you with making that decision. We’ll provide you with information about each breed recommended to make your final decision even easier.
Rate: $50

Temperament Testing
Do you know what kind of dog or puppy you’re looking for but need help choosing the right one for your family? It’s easy to fall in love with the first puppy running up to you or the sad face at your local animal shelter, but that may not always be the best puppy or dog for your family’s needs. A puppy can be temperament tested at 7 weeks old and give us indications as to what their personalities, ability to train and how social they will be as adults. Adult dogs have already grown into their personality. We can gauge their reactions through a series of tests to see what type of personality and needs they have and if they will be a match for your family.
Call for additional info and rates. 

Your Dog and Your New Baby
Are you expecting and are concerned about how to introduce your canine companion to the new baby? This wonderful time for your growing family can become a very stressful one if it isn’t handled properly and the family dog becomes jealous. Meet with a trainer in advance of your new arrival and set yourself up for a smoother transition.
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Canine Good Citizen Testing

Open to any breed or breed mix of any age.

Welcome to the AKC's Canine Good Citizen® (CGC) Program. Started in 1989, CGC is a certification program that is designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10-step CGC test may receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club.

Many dog owners choose Canine Good Citizen training as the first step in training their dogs. The Canine Good Citizen Program lays the foundation for other AKC activities such as obedience, agility, tracking, and performance events. As you work with your dog to teach the CGC skills, you'll discover the many benefits and joys of training your dog. Training will enhance the bond between you and your dog. Dogs who have a solid obedience education are a joy to live with-they respond well to household routines, have good manners in the presence of people and other dogs, and they fully enjoy the company of the owner who took the time to provide training, intellectual stimulation, and a high quality life. We sincerely hope that CGC will be only a beginning for you and your dog and that after passing the CGC test, you'll continue training in obedience, agility, tracking, or performance events.

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