Training Services
Debut's Canine Academy, L.L.C. offers positive, in-home dog training to families in the Howard and Montgomery County areas of Maryland.
Sarah is a big proponent of using treats as reinforcement, as she shows here with her dog, Oz. Photo by Duda Photography.
2 WAYS TO WORK WITH DEBUT'S CANINE ACADEMY, L.LC.
"We had a great experience with Sarah. For every training session, Sarah gave us clear instructions, explained the science behind the techniques (all positive), and provided helpful feedback and resources. But what especially impressed us was that Sarah went beyond the basics, taking the time to really understand our pup’s quirks and to devise a tailor-made plan for helping him to be his best self—and a much-loved member of our family. Thank you, Sarah! (And thank you, Debut. I got to meet him, too; what a great dog!)"
T.J. and Jazz
Feel Calmer And More Confident With Your Dog
Our training methods are effective and fun for the whole family. We promise you will NEVER have to hurt your dog with us. We use scientifically backed methods, such as clicker training.
All our training services are designed to make you a more confident dog owner. With outside of lesson support via email and scheduled phone calls, we aim to provide a high level of customer satisfaction.
GETTING STARTED IS AS EASY AS 1, 2, 3!
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Book your FREE phone consult
If at the phone consult we both decide we're a good fit for each other, we can then schedule out all your sessions then.
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Sit down with us as we create a customized training plan for you!
The whole family can gather with us around the dining room table at the first session to take notes as we listen to everyone's concerns and devise a customize plan to address them. '
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The transformation begins!
We work together to change you from overwhelmed to confident!
FRUSTRATED TO FAMILY IN 6 WEEKS
About the program:
If you’re worried because your kids are home after school with a dog they can’t handle, you need help.
When the family dog causes problems for one member of the family, the whole family suffers. With our Frustrated to Family program your whole family will get hands-on training time to ensure everyone is on the same page.
Soon, you’ll feel confidence in your kids and your dog.
With over a decade and a half of experience working with children, Sarah is perfectly suited to ensure your family’s needs are met.
The Process
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We work with the whole family to identify problem areas.
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Together we come up with a personalized easy to follow plan.
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The whole family gets hand on training time.
What's included:
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6 in person sessions in your home, first one is between 60 and 90 minutes, next five are 60 minutes.
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5 fifteen minute phone calls to check in between sessions.
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Email support.
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Welcome box which includes: clicker, treats, leash, treat pouch, and folder with handouts and homework sheets.
$1,800
Who this program is for:
This program is ideal for busy professionals and families who don't have time to train but can maintain behaviors that we install.
The Process
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We create a customized plan based on your goals and lifestyle, as discussed in our 90 minute goal setting session.
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We train your dog while you go about your life.
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We transfer the new behaviors to you at our weekly transfer sessions, and follow up after the program is over.
HOME-WRECKER TO HARMONY IN 4 WEEKS
About the program:
Do you wish your dog would listen to you but you don’t have the time to train him? Does he act like he’s never heard the word “sit” or “heel” before in his life? Have you thought about Board and Train but you don’t like the idea of sending your best friend away? With our Day Training program we’ll do the heavy lifting for you and train your dog for you.
After our program, you’ll be able to:
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Confidently take a loose leash walk through the neighborhood.
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Easily invite guests into your home,
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Know your dog listens when you speak
What's included:
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1 session with you to define goals (60-90 minutes)
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12 day training lessons where I train your dog (50-60 minutes, 3 x week for 4 weeks)
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4 weekly transfer sessions where I teach you how to use what I’ve taught your dog (60 minutes each)
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2 follow up sessions (60, minutes, 1 at 2 weeks after the program and 1 at 4 weeks after)
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1 treat pouch
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A collection of treats
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1 leash
