Dog training and behaviour advice in the Hague

Dog training and behaviour advice in The Hague, Delft, and the Westland (Netherlands).

With patience and knowledge, you can teach your dog to do anything

Private dog training and behaviour advice

I offer private dog training lessons and behaviour modification programs in The Hague, Delft and the Westland.

Private dog training lessons might be just the thing for you if you:

• Want a good start with your newly adopted dog;
• Want to brush up on your dog’s manners; or
• Would like custom-made training lessons for obedience or tricks training

I also offer dog behaviour advice. You might want to get in touch for behaviour advice if your dog’s behaviour:

• is causing you concerns;
• poses a safety hazard to the dog; or
• is causing strains in your social relationships.

Private dog training, example topics

Begging: minor behaviour issue

The training takes place in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. I can guide you through obedience topics, like.

• sitting or lying down on demand
• coming off furniture when asked
• listening to “leave it”
• not pulling on the leash
• coming back when called
• not begging
• not jumping up
• taking food gently
• tolerating (even enjoying!) grooming
• waiting before going out the front door (Dutch bikes on the pavement…)

I also offer the following training services:

• Fun tricks: From bringing the newspaper or finding your car keys. Whatever tickles your fancy, we’ll find a way to train it.
• Child-proofing a dog: I give you targetted advice, sound tapes, and training exercises to help dog owners prepare for the new arrival.

Private dog training too expensive?

Actually, no. If you compare the amount of instructor attention with group training, and the grounds covered in half the time, you are in for a saving.

In a group setting, 100 euros will get you 8 group training lessons, during each of which you will get:

• About 7 minutes’ attention.
• About 4 new exercises

That works out at about 2 euros a minute for public training, and half of that for private training, less if you take a bundle. I can also give you more undivided attention in one lesson than in the entire 8-lesson program.

The 'stay' without even looking: great manners go a long way

Other advantages of private training lessons

Private training can achieve better, deeper rooted results, in half the time.

These are various other benefits of private dog training:

• The only way to train if your dog is reactive to other dogs;
• No more endlessly waiting for your turn;
• Training the dog in his own home (no more ‘angel in school, devil at home‘);
• Convenience of training in your own  home, particularly if you have limited mobility;
• Your whole family gets to participate;
• Can adapt the curriculum to whatever interests you most;
• Lesson in French or English (or Dutch) if you prefer it; and
• Scheduled at a time that suits you.

Undivided trainer attention

Behaviour consulting: what common issues can it solve?

There are tried and tested humane ways of tackling the following problems:

• House-soiling;
• Fear of being left home alone;
• Aggression to other dogs when on the leash;
• Over-excitement;
• Growling;
• Barking;
• Destructive chewing;
• Excessive attention seeking;
• Nipping and biting on clothing;
• Defending food or place;
• Fears, anxieties and phobias; and
• Obsessive behaviours.

and many more.

Dog behaviour consulting philosophy and approach

My training goal is to restore a harmonious relationship between your dog and every member of the family. I strive to produce well-behaved, well-adjusted dogs with kind and respectful methods.

I never make use of any form of intimidation.

My goal: just a harmonious relationship

• I follow a cynopractic approach, taking account of scientific fact and the dog’s and family’s feelings.
• I approach each case collaboratively, involving your veterinarian, your dog walker, or any other relevant pet professional.
• I give you the tools and knowledge to work independently in the long term.
• Through a number of specialist certifications and considerable self-study, my approach is based on firm academic grounds. I go beyond the local hearsay and myths, and provide you with effective, rational and gentle methods.
• As an international (French-English speaking), I take customer service very seriously.
• I consult in French, English or Dutch.

Please read my position statement if you would like to find out more about my position on a specific dog-related issue.

The behaviour modification process

The behaviour modification process is structured, controlled, and transparent:

• an initial phone or e-mail interview
• an intake session, for history-taking and fact-finding,
• a theory lesson on the relevant aspects of your dog’s behaviour
• a training plan, with
  • a clear goal,
  • a target date,
  • control dates,
  • a list of exercises
• training sessions to demonstrate and practice the exercises
• follow-up recommendations

Regions covered

• Westland (Wateringen, ‘s Granvenzande, Kwintsheul, Poeldijk, Monster, etc.)
• the Hague and region (Rijswijk, Leidschendam, Voorburg, etc.)
• Delft and region (Nootdorp, Pijnacker, etc.)

Contact

Get in touch for an initial contact with no commitment on canisbonus.dogs AT gmail.com, and I would be happy to advise.