Creatures of Habit
Brewers Hill, Baltimore, MD, USA
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Brewers Hill, Baltimore, MD, USA
(8)
I am a balanced trainer who uses positive reinforcement first. I believe in using food and engagement to build a relationship with your dog. In the teaching phase, your dog will learn behaviors while working for their daily allotment of food.
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8 customer reviews
Virginia Digennaro
Dog Training
Rachel the trainer was absolutely wonderful. She kept us posted with daily videos and e-mails. She picked-up and dropped-off my dog. I can't say enough about her. If you use someone else you're making a mistake. You will not be disappointed! More...
Virginia Digennaro
Dog Training
Rachel was very informative and their pricing very competitive.
Chelsey
Dog Training
Rachel is amazing! We decided on the ten lesson package and it was so worth it. She helped us with our new puppy's basic obedience and behavioral issues with our older dog. She gave us so much useful advice and tips to help with training. I liked how he used positive reinforcement first and pairing that with leash pressure ended up being much more effective for us. I appreciated the way she showed us how to implement the techniques and the amount of patience she had with us. I would highly recommend her services. Thank you Rachel! More...
Heather Saffield
Dog Training
Rachel has been fantastic. I live the option of her coming to our home and training Willow in her own environment and it Mayes it easier for the entire family to be involved.
She’s wonderful with our rescue puppy; just her calm voice and nature puts both us and Willow at ease, though she is clear and direct in her communication of commands and associated corrections. She is prompt, courteous, friendly, professional, and very respectful ( and used PPE in our home.) I live the follow up emails after to use for the following week to kept us on track and help guide us with any possible difficulty in training without her. Willow is making huge progress, and I will be using her for more advanced training later.
Highly recommended!!
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Geoff Dillard
Dog Training
Rachel was amazing! She took our wild lab puppy, and we have 3 young children, to a place that we can all be together as a family with a well trained dog. I highly recommend her.
Domenica
Dog Training
Working with Rachel with our puppy Nikko was great. Every session we could see a change in Nikko’s behavior and she was getting better each time. After each session, Rachel would send recaps so we could practice afterwards which was always helpful to go back to reference. Now when we take Nikko on walks it’s actually enjoyable and easier, we are no longer being tugged along. More...
Rachel
Before I met with Rachel, my pit-mix Frankie and I had participated in various different group training classes. I would say I had pretty decent experiences.
It wasn't until I had a 1 on 1 session with Rachel where certain things just clicked. For me personally, I felt like I understood a lot more when I was working 1 on 1. I was able to ask as many questions as I needed and it seemed easier for her as the trainer to see certain Frankie behaviors that weren't always present while in group classes. Frankie acted like a total different dog during our group classes. It was as if she knew she was there to learn.
With the one on one classes I loved that Rachel was able to come to the park that Frankie and I go to as well as the house. I felt like we were so much more successful being in our normal environment.
Having a dog like Frankie I have to be extremely persistent and on at all times. Always watching for other dogs, if there are suspicious looking people walking past, scooters driving by. Through this training I've learned that with being persistent I have to make sure I'm consistent with my language as well. Rachel was able to address certain habits of mine that I didn't even realize could be an issue, but for a stubborn leash reactive pup like Frankie everything matters. She was able to pin point little things that I as the dog owner needed to work on as well as making it more clear for me to see how Frankie thinks and why she responds the way she does. I feel like she does a great job at understanding not only the dog, but does an amazing job at understanding the needs of the dog owner and can empathize with our human habits. Needless to say Rachel has been a tremendous help! I highly recommend her services!
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Emily
Rachel is extremely professional and what I love most about her approach is the primary focus on positive reinforcement. She really wants to set you and your puppy/dog up for success and teaches you how to be proactive in preventing accidents and following commands. Rewards are integrated into training, resulting in positive interactions and relationship building between you and your pup. I can’t say enough how helpful Rachel has been and highly recommend her training services! More...
What do you love most about your job?
Building better relationships with pets and their owners
What inspired you to start your own business?
I’ve been a professional dog trainer for 7 years. I decided to start my own business so I could offer more personalized services to my clients. All dogs who participate in a Board & Train program stay with me in my home.
Why should our clients choose you?
I’m a professional trainer who uses positive reinforcement 1st. I will customize any training plan to meet the needs of my clients and their dogs.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
I offer remote puppy classes and private lessons through Zoom. We can work in real time on skills that your dog needs.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
I have flexibility with remote training versus in person. I have modified my pick ups and drop offs to be as safe and socially distanced as possible.
Board & Train Services
Build Better habits in 2, 3, or 4 weeks. For dogs 5.5 months of age and older.
Your dog will stay with me in my home. Training plans will be customized to fit you and your dog's needs.
We will work on:
-basic obedience - recall, sit, down, and place
-crate training
-socialization
-walking politely on a leash
-bed stays
-conditioned relaxation
-no jumping/proper greetings
-door manners/impulse control
-focusing in a controlled environment
3 and 4-week packages include off-leash training using an e-collar* for greater reliability with obedience.
Focus is on:
-off-leash recall
-off-leash place and down stay
-off-leash heeling
-real-world distraction training
All Board & Trains include pickup from your home and a 1-hour go-home lesson.
1 Week - $800 - includes a go-home lesson (must complete a Meet & Greet prior to start date. A $30 fee will be collected)
2 Week - $1800 includes a go-home lesson and follow-up lesson
3 Week - $2400* includes a go-home lesson, and a follow-up lesson
4 Week - $3000* includes a go-home lesson, and two follow-up lessons
(ESA training requires a minimum of 3 weeks. CGC training requires a minimum of 4 weeks.)
*E-Collar is not included. Cost is an additional $200
Board & Train for Behavior Modification:
-3 Week - $2800* includes a go-home lesson, halfway point visit, and a follow-up lesson
-4 Week - $3600* includes a go-home lesson, halfway point visit, and 2 follow-up lessons
*Length of stay and prices will vary if your dog is undergoing a training program for Separation Anxiety.
Behavior Modification includes:
-basic obedience - recall, sit, down, and place
-crate training
-walking politely on a leash
-place and down stays
-conditioned relaxation
-no jumping/proper greetings
-door manners/impulse control
-focusing on a controlled environment
-addressing aggression issues
-addressing anxiety issues
-real-world distraction training
One-Time Puppy Course
$200 - The presentation is a deep dive into all things puppy-related. We will cover topics like stages of learning, verbal markers, calming activities, housebreaking and crate training, proper play and exercise for your dog's age, socialization, and engagement. The course takes about 3 hours to go through. At various times during the presentation, I'll have you bring your puppy out to practice some of the skills in real-time. After the course, you will have all the basic skills you need to set your puppy up for success.
Can be virtual or in-person. Please visit my website for more info: www.creaturesofhabit.cloud
Puppy Board & Train
Available for puppies between 8 weeks and 5 months
Board & Train for Foundational Obedience:
Your dog would stay with me overnight, at my home, and work with me daily on:
-foundational obedience - recall, sit, place, down
-door manners and impulse control
-conditioned relaxation
-crate training/potty training
-proper play
-leash walking
-socialization
-handling for vet visits or grooming
You will get pictures and video updates of their progress every few days.
One Week = $700 includes a go-home lesson
Two Weeks = $1300 includes a go-home lesson and follow-up lesson
Three Weeks = $1800 includes a go-home lesson, a halfway point visit, and a follow-up lesson
