Training and Fitness

SCHEDULE & RATES

Training and Fitness

SCHEDULE & RATES

Professional Dog Training


Do you have a new puppy in your household or need help with some basic manners, experiencing some undesireable behaviors with your dog, looking to compete with your dog or interested in Therapy Dog Visits?  We can help! 

 

Laurie has 40+ years of experience in working with people and their dogs and would love to help you as well.  She is an accomplished trainer and competitor in Obedience, Rally, Agility, Search and Rescue and Therapy Dogs.  She enjoys working with the special needs dogs and uses only positive re-enforcement training methods.  She is a certified Therapy Dog International Evaluator, AKC CGC Examiner and Certified Canine Fitness Trainer.


 Family Dog Center offers a variety of training options:

Private lessons, Group lessons, Board and Train, Day-Drop Off Trains, and Manner Enhancements while participating in our boarding or daycare.

Professional Dog Training

Train Smart, Not Hard


Do you have a new puppy in your household? Do you need help teaching basic manners? From correcting poor behavior to training your dog for competitions, we can help!

 

Laurie has 40+ years of experience in working with people and their dogs and would love to help you as well. She is an accomplished trainer and competitor in Obedience, Rally, Agility, Search and Rescue and Therapy Dogs. She enjoys working with the special needs dogs and uses only positive re-enforcement training methods.  She is a certified Therapy Dog International Evaluator, AKC CGC Examiner and Certified Canine Fitness Trainer.


Family Dog Center offers a variety of training options:

Private lessons, Group lessons, Board and Train, Day-Drop Off Trains, and Manner Enhancements while participating in our boarding or daycare.

Training Programs Available

Individual Training Sessions - $89 per 1/2 hour

  a.   $99 Initial Consult   (45-60 minutes) - 1 dog

    b.   $149 Initial Consult    (1 hour) - 2 dogs

       * Pre-payments required (no refunds available for no-shows)

  c.    $79 Consecutive Training Sessions  (30 minute)

Daycare Add-On - $35 per Session

  a. One basic manner only-stationary manners (sit, down, stay, jumping, etc.)

  b. Any other request must be pre-approved by Laurie

Board and Train - $999 per Week

  a. $99 Initial Consult

  b. 2 week minimum - some exceptions may apply

  c. Includes multiple trainings per day, overnight  boarding fee, check-out consult and 10 day follow-up training consult

Day Drop Off Training - $99 per Day/Lesson

  a.   $99 Initial Consult

  b. Good option for socialization skills, anxiety, and basic manners for young pups

Puppy Day Training - Drop Off and Pick Up Same Day - $99 per Day

  a. $99 Initial Consult

  b. Basic manners, obedience skills and social skills included

      * Puppy daycare included with training each day

      * 5 day minimum required (consecutive days required - minimum 2 days per week)

Puppy Camp 1 & 2 - 4 Week Camp - $299

Designed for puppies 8-15 months and 4-7 months at start of camp

This camp is built on socialization. Your pup will attend camp each designated day for 4 weeks in a row. They will learn social skills, basic manners, desensitization skills, exposure to grooming, medical equipment, meeting and greeting other pups and people and much more

Group Classes - Basic Manners and Advanced Obedience - $199

Offered in a 4 week group setting of no more than 6 students per class.

NO TIME TO TRAIN?

Check out our Board and Train Option!

We offer great solutions if you do not have the time to train your dog. From basic training to behavioral issues, our Board and Train program will get your dog the training they need.


How does it work? You drop your dog off with us for a minimum of 2 weeks. We will work with your dog to help you (and them) reach each desired training goal. We will meet with you for an individual consultation and then customize the training program specifically to your dog’s needs.


What should I bring? Your dog, food, and any special items that they enjoy is all! We'll take care of the rest. Once your dog has successfully completed their basic training with us, you will be brought in and involved in learning how to continue the training at home.

Included with the board and train program is a minimum of 2 trainings sessions after your dog is released from the training program to review progress and make any necessary adjustments in training and address any questions or concerns that arise.


Please call for more details.

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Meet Cheddar!

Follow his Progress and Adventures...


Cheddar is a member of the La Crosse Police Department. He has big paws to fill as he is the first dog in the role of Therapy Dog for the Department. He is a goldendoodle who will be visiting students in various schools providing emotional and social support. His handler is Ryan Devine.


He has been training with us since he was a very young pup. We are helping him in the development of basic obedience manners and social skills. He is a fun and very intelligent dog to work with. He also participates in our daycare program and has become very popular with both staff and other daycare dogs.


Currently, Cheddar is enjoying his visits in schools, at public events, and at activities around the area.


Check back to follow his journey!

Obedience Puppy to Senior


Obedience
Puppy to Senior



Puppy Preschool

4 Week class designed for puppies 8-16 weeks at start of class.  This class is designed around socialization skills as well as basic puppy manners. Your pup will learn through positive reinforcement with fun activities and games.

Puppy Kindergarten

4 week class designed for puppies 4-11 months of age. We will address common puppy behaviors and focus on basic manners. 

Beginner Obedience

4 Week Class for dogs 12 months and up. Basic manners and obedience skills will be introduced to help your dog become a well behaved member of your family. This class is not for reactive or aggressive dogs.

Advanced Obedience

4 Week Class designed for those dogs who have successfully completed a beginner obedience class. The course will challenge each participant as many times as you enroll, as it is designed around current students and their needs. We will build on your already learned skills as well as learn many new ones. 

Rally (dog sport) and Competition Obedience

These classes meets for 6 weeks consecutively preparing for the competition ring or just for fun. 

Puppy Camp 1

Puppy camp is designed for puppies up to 20 weeks at start of camp. Your puppy will come for 4 consecutive weeks to learn basic manners and socialization skills. This is an excellent way to get your pup off to a good start. A detailed report card will be given at the end of each session.


Please check for scheduled dates.

Puppy Camp 2

This camp is a 4 week session for puppies from 5 months to 11 months at start of camp. Your puppy will work on basic manners both new and enhance some already learned ones. They will also be introduced to some fitness equipment and be involved in our daycare program throughout their day with us. You will receive a nice detailed progress report upon pick up each week. Please see schedule for dates.

Paws For Fitness



Join Laurie and learn how to make fitness fun for your best friend.  Dogs that are more fit will be happier, healthier and live longer. 


You will learn safe and healthy exercises while using fitness equipment as well as stationary exercises.  Your dog's overall health, focus, and confidence will be improved through spending fun and quality time with your dog on fitness.


We offer group classes as well as individual sessions.  You may also rent the equipment and space to work on your own schedule.  Reservations are needed and dog's must have passed the initial class with safe introduction to Fitness and Equipment.

Competition and Rally 


This 6-week class is for those handlers preparing for novice and on up in both obedience and rally competitions.

  • Private Lesson

    We offer private lessons customized to you and your dog’s specific needs. 

  • Agility

    We offer agility private and group lessons from Obstacle Familiarization and Foundation to competition. Classes are offered in the spring, summer and Fall Months.

  • Paws For Fitness

    Help improve your dog's overall health to live a longer, happier life. Join one of our 8-week classes or individual sessions. You can also schedule a private consultation with Laurie, Certified Fit Paws Master Trainer, to have a customized fitness program designed for your dog.

Let your dog benefit from our dog training services at Family Dog Center in La Crosse, WI!

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