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• Kennel: The dog will willingly go to its crate, wait for release, and exhibit good kennel manners for up to 6 daytime hours or 11 hours overnight in a familiar environment.
• Furniture: The dog will refrain from being on furniture unless invited and will maintain good manners while on it, promptly getting off when directed.
• Potty Training: Once potty locations are established, the dog will not have accidents in the home or crate, and puppies will be trained to relieve themselves in a designated outdoor area.
• Chewing: The dog will learn to select appropriate toys for self-entertainment and chewing.
• Doorways: The dog will not rush or push through doorways, patiently waiting until released.
• Place Bed: On command, the dog will go to its bed from across the room and wait for release for up to one hour.
• Food: The dog will not take food unless offered, sitting and waiting for food until released.
• Kitchen Manners: The dog will refrain from begging at the table or taking food from hands, tables, plates, counters, or the trash. It will exit the kitchen when signaled and wait at the boundary.
• Stairs: Trained to maintain the same step as the handler when navigating stairs on a leash.
• Exercise: Each dog will be familiar with healthy outlets for physical exercise, including activities such as fetch, frisbee, biking, jogging, treadmilling, and swimming.

• "Heel:" Dog will promptly move to and maintain the heel position until released, showing obedience in various environments and distractions.
• "Leash Skills:" When leashed and not given a command, the dog will walk calmly without pulling on the leash, ensuring a pleasant walking experience.
• "Let's Go:" The dog will follow the handler's direction, moving in the specified direction as indicated by the handler.
• "Sit:" Responding to the command, the dog will sit and maintain the position for up to 2 minutes, displaying discipline in diverse surroundings.
• "Down:" Following the command, the dog will lie down and sustain the position for up to 30 minutes, showcasing calmness in different situations.
• Stay: Implicit in all commands, the dog understands to remain in the current position until released. This is not a verbal command.
• "Wait:" The dog will refrain from crossing a boundary until given the release command.
• "Name + Come:" Upon hearing their name and the command, the dog will promptly come to the handler and stay until released, exhibiting responsiveness regardless of the environment.
• "Back:" The dog will step backward three or more steps upon receiving the command.
• "Drop It:" Will release any item held in their mouth upon hearing the command.
• "Leave It:" The dog will redirect attention away from an item of interest, displaying self-control.
• "Up:" The dog will place its front feet onto a designated area upon command.
• "Jump On:" The dog will jump onto a designated area as instructed.
• "Off:" Will promptly get down from any elevated surface upon command.

• Guests: Training dogs to exhibit positive and calm behavior when interacting with guests, avoiding jumping or excessive excitement.
• Friendly Strangers: Developing social skills for polite interactions with unfamiliar individuals, promoting a calm and controlled demeanor.
• Children: Fostering appropriate behavior around children, emphasizing gentleness, patience, and respect in the dog's interactions.
• Dogs: Encouraging positive interactions with other dogs, promoting socialization, and preventing aggressive or overly dominant behavior.
• Cats: Introducing dogs to cats in a controlled and supervised manner, teaching them to coexist peacefully.
• Livestock: Building behaviors that ensure dogs remain calm and controlled in the presence of livestock, preventing chasing or aggressive tendencies.
• Environmental Stimuli: Exposing dogs to various environmental stimuli to reduce fear or anxiety, promoting adaptability to different surroundings and situations.

 Each dog undergoes a delightful training journey that includes mastering at least one party trick, if not several. These tricks not only showcase their intelligence and agility but also provide entertainment for both the dog and their human companions. The repertoire includes favorites like Rollover, Crawl, Back Crawl, Sit Pretty, Spin, and the playful "Bang!" trick. It's a testament to the dog's skill and adds an extra layer of joy and amusement to their well-rounded training experience. 

• Vet Exams: The dog will be accustomed to handling during veterinary exams, exhibiting calm behavior and cooperation with the vet for thorough examinations.
• Groomer: The dog will be trained to tolerate grooming procedures, making sessions with the groomer a stress-free experience. This includes brushing, bathing, nail trimming, and other grooming practices.
• Home Handling: The dog will be well-behaved and receptive to handling at home, allowing family members or individuals to carry out routine tasks like cleaning ears, checking paws, and administering medications without resistance.
• Home Grooming: Regular grooming tasks at home, such as brushing, wiping paws, or cleaning specific areas, will be manageable as the dog will have developed positive associations and cooperation with these activities.

 In our comprehensive training programs, each dog is instilled with impeccable manners across various settings. Here's a glimpse of their good manners in specific scenarios:

Car Rides: Dogs learn to maintain calm and composed behavior during car rides, ensuring a pleasant and safe travel experience.

Neighborhood Walks: Leash manners are a priority, teaching dogs to walk politely, without pulling, for a pleasant stroll in the neighborhood.

The Office: For dogs joining their humans at the office, they master well-behaved conduct, contributing positively to the professional environment.

Hotels: Dogs are trained to adapt to hotel stays, exhibiting courteous behavior in unfamiliar settings.

Parks: Proper etiquette is instilled to ensure well-mannered interactions with other dogs and people in public parks.

Markets and Densely Populated Areas: Dogs learn to navigate crowded places with ease, maintaining composure and polite behavior.

Indoor Facilities: Whether at home or indoor public spaces, dogs exhibit good house manners and behavior appropriate for the environment.

Hiking, Camping, Trips to the Beach: In outdoor adventures, dogs are trained to be well-behaved, responding appropriately to different terrains and environments.

This extensive training ensures that your canine companion is a joy to be around in various situations, showcasing their excellent manners and adaptability.