Darris Cooper, CPDT-KA, FFCP
, Petco’s National Dog Trainer, explains how our science-based methods help build trust.
Services
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Puppy Group Class:
For puppies 8-16 weeks old. Teaches potty training, socialization, foundational cues like “sit,” “down,” “come,” and more.
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Beginner Group Class:
For puppies older than 6 months. Reinforces Puppy Group Class behaviors, teaches loose-leash walking, “leave it,” “wait,” tricks, games, and more.
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Fundamentals Group Class:
Teaches “sit,” “down,” “come,” “leave it,” and “wait,” loose-leash walking, curbing undesired behaviors like jumping and barking.
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Advanced Group Class or AKC Canine Good Citizen Group Class:
Teaches “heel,” “down,” and “wait,” recall with distractions, polite greetings, games to keep dogs mentally stimulated, and more.
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AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Test:
A test for puppies to assess their progress and socialization skills.
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AKC Canine Good Citizen Test:
A test for dogs to demonstrate their basic obedience and good manners.
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Private Lessons:
One-on-one training sessions with a certified trainer.
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Online Dog Training Classes:
Classes offered through Zoom that cover a variety of topics, including basic obedience, socialization, and problem solving.
Petco uses science-based methods that encourage and reward appropriate behaviors.
Customer Reviews
Arianna is a fantastic trainer!
Her patience and understanding of dogs is superb! We will definitely be using her as a trainer in higher classes.
Evan S. was excellent.
He is attentive and spends time with each dog and family to make sure they are comfortable.
Chris has been amazing…
and really has helped us understand the importance of the training classes. We have recommended this training to a few friends already.
