Balanced training is a behavior modification training method that combines reinforcement and pressure to shape desired behaviors. Think of balanced training like raising a child, using motivation and rewards to guide, teach, and reinforce good behavior, while also using fair discipline to discourage bad and undesirable behavior. Balanced training is the most fair, efficient, and most reliable way to train a dog. Focusing on fun and exciting ways for dogs to learn while also providing clear boundaries produces dogs that are both enthusiastic and reliable. Anyone can get their hungry dog to do a trick with a treat in hand, but when the dog is no longer hungry, or there is a distraction holding higher value, there is no more reliability. This is where balanced training comes in, for the real world scenarios, when your dog isn't just trying to earn a treat. True obedience in any situation, and under any level of distraction is ONLY learned through a flexible and fair system of rewards and consequences. This is balanced training; fair, clear communication between you and your dog.

Very rarely, and often only with extenuating circumstances. Contact ethan@stalworthk9.com for inquiries.

Think of it like a lighthearted bootcamp for your dog. Your dog will come stay at our facility away from outside distractions and uncontrolled environments to receive their training. During their stay they will be treated like family, getting daily exercise and enrichment.

In some cases we can schedule structured training sessions involving you. However, random visits to drop by and play can disrupt the dog’s focus, confusing them and hindering training progress. You will have a guarantee of at least one visit at the four week mark to check on the dog’s progress and be involved in a training session. You will also receive consistent updates throughout training including pictures, videos, and progress reports.