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Coaching

WNC K9 private coaching program creates and cultivates the purpose and passion behind the games and exercises that you receive. Progress is more like an individual process, not an event. 

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K9 Private Lessons

WNC K9 is committed to providing you with the best progressive approach to training through our K9 Manners Levels Program. Your dog will develop good daily manners for all life stages. 

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Agility

Dog agility is a popular canine sport in which a handler attempt to navigate dogs through a course full of a variety of obstacles such as a tunnel, teeter-totter, board-walks, weave poles, and jumps. 

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Sports

 WNC K9 offers a few options when deciding on a dog sport to mentally and physically stimulate your dog. Dogs need some degree of exercise and I can help you understand what your dog needs to stay healthy and happy.

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WNC K9 Dog Training: Who, How, When and Where's

WNC K9 is owned by Gail Hubbard from A Good Dog's Life which has transitioned into A Good Dog's Life Training Center welcoming other trainers to offer their specialty to the mix of offerings. 

The word ‘Mission’ — by definition means a strongly felt aim, ambition or calling.  I am called to go out into the world and spread understanding, wisdom and faith.

WNC K9’s MISSION is to help you find your dog training GOALS and achieve results.

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Animal Behavior Problem Solving

During a Behavior Problem Solving session, I try to assess and evaluate the problem behavior and give homework using animal learning theory, desensitization, counter-conditioning and other proven techniques to start to modify behavior.  The use of many methods to intervene in helping the dog feel safe and count on their owner for support and guidance.

I take into consideration the environment, the family support, and the consistency of a low drama (conflict-oriented) living situation.

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My Dog Training Philosophy

Dog training can loosely be grouped into two main categories: reward-based and correction-based. Reward-based can be split even further into lure-reward, marker-system, and free-shaping. A marker-system that includes free-shaping and lure-reward is what I use when teaching behavior. In sport and conditioning classes, I review free-shaping as a primary means of teaching tricks and new behaviors. As a result, the depth of fun, confidence and relationship built is above what the average dog owner can imagine. You should join the fun and see for yourself.

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My Promise to You!

In all private coaching sessions, my primary goal at WNC K9 is to give you, the dog’s real trainer, the tools to build communication, respect and trust. All three placed between you and your dog equals a solid relationship, in my opinion. I will show you how to understand your dog, how to teach your dog to understand you and how to fit training into your every day life, period.

The way I train will never harm your dog physically or mentally. The things I show you will only enhance the relationship you have with your dog. You have the right to leave a class or coaching session if you feel any trainer is doing something that will harm your dog in any way and I encourage that … serious!

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Private Coaching and Behavior Consultations Pricing

Private Coaching: 
There are on-campus or in-home or online sessions.

1 hour of coaching ... $105 on-campus;  $115 in-home, $85 online
1.5 hours of coaching ... $140 on-campus;  $155 in-home,  $105 online

The initial consult includes an evaluation, several exercises as homework, handouts and a follow-up phone conversations and typically lasts 1.5.

When working with larger families, children, and multiple dogs, the private coaching session can extend even longer in length.  When I travel out of Buncombe County private coaching sessions can also extend even longer, plus travel costs are added.*

*Priving is different for those living outside of a 15-mile radius.

Programs are available as well.  Programs vs Packages ... if you have any questions please let me know.  There is a lot of selling going on in our industry and I feel that it is fair to explain the benefits and the problems of both options.   If you want to discuss training that offers several options and several months of support, let's talk.  

There are several benefits of Private Coaching, here are a few:

  • At home coaching session are personal and attend to your needs 100%
  • Comfortable environment to optimize learning for your dog
  • Initial evaluation to determine goals and expectations also gives plenty of homework so you can get started
  • Assessment of where the dog is within those goals and expectations is typically given in the 2nd and 3rd private sesssion
  • Developing your initial plan with handouts and homework 
  • Follow up emails and phone calls ... access to me if you want to reach out

Interested?  Simply click the "Sign Up Now" bottom below.

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Here are ways to connect with me:

  • Call / Text Me — 828-712-4245
  • Schedule a Consult
  • Follow me on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/wnck9DOGtraining/
  • View YouTube Videos — WNC K9 Dog Training
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More Answers to Questions

  • When should I start training?
  • Is my puppy too old for the Saturday Puppy Program? 
  • My dog is older. Can older dogs start a sport?
  • What is the difference between a class and a private lesson?
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What's Next

  • Private Coaching
  • Puppy Program
  • K9 Manners - Basics thru Advanced
  • K9 Confidence Building and Conditioning
  • Dog Sports
  • Agility
  • Urban Herding - Treibball
  • K9 Scent Work
  • A Good K9 Camp (Board-n-Train)

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