I work with integrated science to address the learning history, genetics, environment, and the individual dog needs including age, sex, and trauma history. With this method we can uncover the motivation of the behaviors and meet the dogs needs instead of just trying to distract or correct the dog.
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Sheenagh Caridi
As the owner of a pet care company myself, I have to say that Steph is the best! Whenever we visit the Worcester area, she is our go to girl to take care of our pups! Her professionalism, energy and positive attitude, shines through. Steph makes sure to make us feel comfortable leaving our babies in her care. Her attention to detail is top notch. I couldn’t recommend her highly enough! 100 stars!! More...
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Stacy Bennett
We never worried about our Livy when she was with Stephanie. We could enjoy being away from home knowing that Stephanie was caring for her.
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Private lessons
Covering fundamental skills: sit, wait, recall, focus, place, loose leash walking, and more.
Three levels: puppy, first foundations (young dogs with limited skills), exploring foundations (dogs with skills in the home with needs to expand to the community).
All packages can be altered to meet the needs of the individual dog and family.
In-home day train
Busy at work? Have a trainer go to your home during the day and give your dog 2 1:1 training sessions, and some play time/small walk. You’ll receive homework to practice, and a transfer session so you can learn the mechanics.
Behavior consults
Addressing more difficult behaviors including but not limited to: reactivity/aggression, excessive barking, digging, resource guarding.
You’ll receive an individualized plan following the consult. Amount of sessions needed differs case by case.
Post-adoption
If you’re adopting a dog from shelter/rescue or another home, this program is for you. An individualized 12 week program covering the decompression/acclimation process as well as learning the basic foundational skills. This program will also address common “problems” adopted dogs come with such as resource guarding, and trauma.