Nov 23, 2025 | Barking, Behavior Problems, Dog Psychology, Fears and Phobias, Jumping, Leash Skills, Obedience, Recall Training, Socialization
Thriving Canine offers a Canine Good Citizen Course and/or Private Lessons to help you prepare for the CGC Test. You may also opt for taking the test without taking any of our preparation options. Either way, below is a summary of the test items with the details...Jan 13, 2025 | Barking, Dog Psychology, Jumping, Obedience, Recall Training, Socialization
The Canine Good Citizen (CGC) test evaluates a dog’s behavior and manners in various everyday situations. If a dog passes all ten objectives of the test, the handler can apply for a certificate and a special dog pet tag from the AKC. The certificate can be added to...Dec 12, 2024 | Aggression, Barking, Behavior Problems, E-collar, Fears and Phobias, Housebreaking, Jumping, Leash Skills, Obedience, Puppy Training, Recall Training, Socialization
Private Lesson Packages Individual Lessons: $95 per hr (+ travel fee for in-home lessons) Zero commitment Schedule as needed Pay as you go 5 pack: $425 ($50 savings) + travel fee for in-home lessons 5 one-hour private lessons Flexible scheduling but typically...Nov 14, 2024 | Aggression, Barking, Dog Psychology, Dominance & Submission, E-collar, Fears and Phobias, Holidays, Housebreaking, Jumping, Leash Skills, Obedience, Punishment, Puppy Training, Recall Training, Socialization, Treat Training
I hope this does not come across as self indulgent, that is certainly not my intent. I am simply publishing this content as an extension of Chad’s Bio because people often ask questions like, “How did you become a dog trainer” or “How do you know all this...Feb 15, 2022 | Barking, Puppy Training, Q & A
Question: Hi Chad, I hope all is well with you, your family and dogs. We are currently in your group obedience class and you came to our house 3 months ago for a session because of biting and jumping. My wife and I are at our wits end and almost ready to give him up...Jan 3, 2022 | Barking, E-collar, Punishment, Puppy Training, Q & A
QUESTION: “We took your puppy class about 6 months ago and really enjoyed it. We’re wondering if you’re able to help us on how to better control his constant barking. He is OUT OF CONTROL and barks at anyone and any car that comes down the driveway. We...
