Training and Behavior Modification
We are a locally owned business that takes pride in what we do. We treat every dog as if they were a part of our family.
The Reliable Dog offers dog training services to Cape Cod, the South Shore, and the South Coast of Massachusetts.
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Our Method
Our method is a holistic approach to dog training. It takes into account your dog's whole life: from puppy years to senior years, from play time to rest time, from good manners to obedience, from walking on-leash to recalls off-leash, and everything in between. We all want to set up our dogs for a life full of successful interactions with people and other animals. How do we do this? By smart training. Every part of our training system works on different levels of conditioning. We are never teaching just one thing at a time, even though it might look like it. To make communication and learning clear, effective, and fun, we use a positive reinforcement reward-based marker system.
Who is this appropriate for?
This training is appropriate for all ages, breeds, and temperaments. Whether we're aware of it or not, we are not the only people involved in our dog's life. Ideally, our dogs are adaptable to any situation life might throw at them. Ask yourself these questions:
Can my dog be touched?
Can my dog relax in new environments?
Can my dog be calm in his crate?
Can my dog be away from me without being anxious? (separation anxiety)
Can my dog be approached by new people?
Does my dog pull on the leash?
Does my dog display aggression towards other people or dogs?
Does my dog have any issues around meals or food?
This training is designed to build a strong, healthy relationship between you and your dog. It is also designed to create confident dogs and happy owners. Together we will address problems that already exist while also being proactive so you’re prepared to handle behaviors that might come up in the future.
