Dog Training Services: Private In-Home Training for Dogs and Puppies

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The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy program is an exciting initiative aimed at helping dog owners and their puppies get off to a solid start. Through effective puppy training, this program serves as a great introduction to earning the Canine Good Citizen title, while also emphasizing the importance of obedience training and the benefits of private dog training.

The Canine Good Citizen program is a 10-skill test that not only teaches good manners to dogs but also emphasizes responsible dog ownership through effective obedience training, private dog training, and puppy training.

AKC Community Canine represents the advanced level of AKC’s Canine Good Citizen (CGC) program, focusing on essential skills honed through obedience training. Similar to CGC, the AKC Community Canine program includes a 10-step test of skills that dogs must successfully pass to earn the official AKC Community Canine title, making it an ideal progression for those involved in private dog training and puppy training.

The AKC Urban CGC requires that dogs demonstrate obedience training skills and beyond in environments that include traffic, crowds, noises, smells, and other distractions common in a city or town. Similar to the Canine Good Citizen test, the AKC Urban CGC consists of a 10-step evaluation that dogs must complete to earn the official AKC Urban CGC title. This public access test showcases that dogs are well-behaved and well-trained in public settings, making it an essential part of private dog training and puppy training programs.

One of the things that makes a specific breed unique is not only the dog’s physical appearance but also its distinctive temperament, which can be influenced by proper obedience training. In private dog training sessions, trainers often focus on these temperament traits. Additionally, during puppy training, various stimuli are introduced, and in the ATT, dogs are tested in 6 categories of stimuli.

The Association of Professional Dog Trainers offers valuable articles and resources for dog owners, including tips on obedience training, private dog training, and puppy training.