Brownsburg, IN
Cass Goodnight, RVT
Cass Goodnight, RVT, believes in using practical, punishment-free, and science-backed methods for dog training. She emphasizes positive reinforcement and ethical training practices, focusing on socialization and building lasting, desirable behavior in dogs.
Services
- Puppy Training & Socialization: This service includes in-home consultations, puppy preschool, and customized training plans tailored to the puppy's age, behavior, and lifestyle. The consultation costs $100 and includes practical advice on raising a puppy. Training plans can include one-hour sessions in the home or community, four-hour "Puppy Preschool" sessions at the trainer's home, or a combination of both.
- Private Dog Training: Cass Goodnight, RVT, provides unlimited support during and between sessions, focusing on behavior change rather than suppression. The first step is a $100 consultation, followed by a personalized training program based on the dog's history, current behavior, and goals.
- Puppy Classes: While Cass Goodnight, RVT, does not currently offer her own group classes, she recommends Puppy classes at Puppy Pitstop Training & Wellness Center and Misty Eyes Animal Center.
- Pet Sitting: Cass Goodnight, RVT, also offers pet sitting services for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, reptiles, birds, small animals, and more.
Certifications
RVT (Registered Veterinary Technician)
Specializations
Puppy socialization, training, and adolescent development
Training Methods
Positive reinforcement, science-backed methods, punishment-free
Customer Reviews
Juli, Indianapolis
"Cass is so great with Mollee and me! She listens to my goals and sends an email prior to our session, then a follow up email after. I would recommend Goodnight Pup Canine Training to anyone who has a dog!"
Stephanie, Plainfield
"Cass is a great dog trainer and also an experienced Vet Tech which brings me a lot of peace of mind. She's helped me a lot over the years with my problem children as I seem to attract fearful dogs with peculiar behavior. It is extremely difficult to get my dogs into the vet's office for things like nail trims and blood draws and she's worked with us to help desensitize them to those types of procedures and make them as stress-free as possible."
Gene, Carmel
"We rescued our 1 year old beagle terrier mix from a local rescue. While he is very sweet, he was not trained. He can be high energy and needed to start with the basics. On top of that, he had terrible leash skills and was highly reactive to cars, people and other dogs - making it almost impossible to take him on walks. Cass has been working with him for a couple of months now and there is a significant difference. He knows basic commands in the home - sit, stay, leave it, touch. His leash skills are improving. She takes him for walks where she reinforces techniques that are working. While it's taking a bit longer to change his reactivity behavior we are seeing marked improvements. I cannot recommend Cass enough. Our dog is growing to be a well-behaved member of our family. She has not only managed to train our pup - she has trained us."
"It has been many years since we had a puppy and to be honest really had forgotten how challenging a puppy can be. We couldn't be happier that we engaged Goodnight Pup Canine Training Services, LLC to help us navigate through caring for a puppy. The trainer, Cass is AWESOME! Our first encounter with Cass was a one-on-one meeting at our home and within that hour session, she had already trained our puppy on a command as well as gave us many tips on how to handle our first few weeks with our puppy. Being very impressed, we signed up for her 5-week class which I must say did not disappoint. Cass is a very patient, kind, and knowledgeable trainer that only uses positive reinforcement training methods. After every class, we would receive an email recapping what we had learned that session enabling us to refresh on any part of the lesson from that day. We walked away from her training with a better understanding of our puppy and her needs and how to train her in things like sitting, laying down, walking on a leash, socialization, and staying in place just to name a few. Her training has been invaluable to my husband and me and we would highly recommend Cass and her services to anyone needing assistance with training their puppy."
We've got the answers for your questions
Seriously, if you have any questions about training your dog, we have the answers.
We have created a directory of licensed dog trainers specializing in positive reinforcement methods. These trainers are not affiliated with Dogo, and all information is gathered from publicly available sources. Each profile provides a brief overview of the trainer's experience and expertise.
Start by evaluating your dog's needs and identifying your training objectives. Each trainer's profile provides insights into their areas of expertise. Match these with your dog's character and your goals to find the ideal fit.
All trainers listed here are certified professionals with extensive knowledge of positive reinforcement techniques.
Positive reinforcement centers on rewarding preferred behaviors, ensuring a pleasant learning journey for your dog. This humane approach is scientifically proven to be the most effective long-term training method, strengthening the bond between you and your pet. By consistently rewarding good behavior, your dog learns to associate actions with positive outcomes, leading to lasting improvements and a happier companion.
Yes, they are. Our trainers are adept in basic obedience or intricate behavioral challenges. Browse their profiles to identify a trainer who specializes in the particular issues you wish to address.
Simply click on the preferred trainer's profile to access their contact details. From there, you can get in touch to discuss your requirements and set up training appointments.
Group sessions offer a communal setting where your dog learns general obedience alongside other dogs. In contrast, private sessions grant focused attention, making them perfect for targeted behavior modifications or individualized training agendas.
All our trainers are committed to positive reinforcement techniques and steer clear of any harsh or punitive methods. Their primary goal is to make training a joyous journey for you and your dog.
Results depend on factors like your dog's nature, the specific behaviors in question, and your training consistency. While many clients observe improvements in just a few sessions, it's crucial to be patient and persistent.
Reach out to the trainer you're interested in to discuss possibly attending a session. It's a great way to get a feel for their approach and see if it aligns with your expectations.
