Animal Connection Training

A Holistic, Respectful, & Positive Approach to Animal Training & Wellbeing

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  • Explore
    • Start Here!
    • Basic Manners
    • Puppies!
    • Adolescents
    • Reactive Dog Program
    • Rescue Dogs
    • Intermediate & Advanced Training
    • Service or Therapy Dog Prep
  • Learn
    • How it Works
    • Articles & Tips
    • FAQ
    • Testimonials
    • Warnings About Invisible Fences and Other Shock Devices
  • About
    • Who We Are
    • Training Center
    • Regional Training Services
  • Other Animals
    • Horses
    • Cats
    • Farm Animals
    • Humans, Too!
  • Wellness
    • Wellness
    • Intuitive
  • Contact

Basic Manners

Basic & Beginner TrainingRescue DogsTherapy or Service Work

Basic Manners

This series of lessons will set you and your dog up for adventures! It’s an entry level reward-based training class which focuses on building communication and creating a stronger relationship with your dog. We will teach you the skills necessary for your dog to become a solid citizen. You and your dog are encouraged to work at your own level.

In this series of six lessons, you’ll learn the basics of all positive training and feel the benefits as your bond with your dog grows.  We will cover how to easily incorporate rewards into your training sessions and how to understand your dog at a deeper level through recognition of canine calming and stress signs.

Dogs Learn:

  • Offering attention and focus
  • Sit
  • Down
  • Touch a Target (used for coming when called and greeting people nicely)
  • Impulse Control (leave it)
  • Settle on a Mat
  • Beginning Loose Leash walking
  • Stay

Humans Learn:

  • Dog calming signals
  • Dog observation skills
  • How and where to reward
  • How and when to increase criteria (ask the dog to try a new level)
  • Management strategies to use while training is taking place

We recommend this lesson series for any beginning dog or dogs who need a refresher!

Next Steps!

Learn more about our lesson packages here:

Lesson Packages

We offer consultations if you’d like to see if the training can help your dog – or, if you’d like assistance solving a particular behavior issue:

Consultations

Or, contact us if you have questions or would like to get started!

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Lesson Packages

We offer 6, 9, and 12 private or semi private lesson packages.  These can be held in-person or virtually (or a combination of both).

For general training such as Basic Manners, Puppies, and Dog Activities, we recommend starting at 6 lessons.  For Behavior Training, we recommend starting at 9 lessons or more.

We offer additional lessons at a discount after you’ve finished your initial package.

Our lesson packages include training books and gear, access to online materials on our client only learning site, and support in between lessons.

For more information about prices, travel fees, and what each package includes, visit here:

Lesson Packages

Training Hours Closed

Sunday Closed

Monday Closed

Tuesday 8:30 am – 12:00 pm

Wednesday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Thursday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Saturday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

About

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Contact

Animal Connection Training
48 Saint Bernard St.
Saranac Lake, NY USA 12983

518-637-1170
animalconnectiontraining@gmail.com

Cancellation Policy:  Any lesson cancelled within 24 hours of the lesson time will count as a lesson.  If you cancel more than 24 hours before your lesson, that’s fine!

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