Dog Search Consultation

Adding a new dog to the family can be a fun, rewarding, and fulfilling experience as well as challenging at times. Ruined furniture, chewed up shoes, urination smell all over the house, and unexpected vet trips are just a few of the possible struggles new dog owners will face. Cuddles, bonding, new training skills learned, companionship, saving a dog's life, and assistance with day to day tasks are wonderful benefits to owning a dog. I help potential dog owners, from first time to seasoned, young or wiser, look at dog ownership from the lens of the physical and psychological needs of a canine companion. We evaluate: 

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• Why you want a canine companion

• The pros and cons

• Considerations to bringing a new dog home.

• How to choose a dog part 1: DNA - from mutt to designer breed and anything in between

• How to choose a dog part 2: Energy - looking at energy and activity level in owner and dog

• How to prepare

• Training goals and beginning skills

• Making a plan that works for the whole family (from a single owner to large families)

• Visiting the potential new dog (I will come with you to new dog visits)

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This service is for those who are truly committed to providing the best for their canine. I do not expect owners to buy designer dog foods (simple with least possible ingredients are best) or spend a lot of money on well-marketed but unnecessary toys. I will not advise you to make purchases that are not truly beneficial to your family and the new dog. I will help your family evaluate what is best for both you and your furry friend. I will work closely with you throughout this process. Once your final decision has been made I will teach you (and family members) the skills needed to set up a successful start with your new furry friend.

 

I also specialize in working with children and individuals with diverse abilities, both cognitive and physical, to help them learn and understand canine communication and safety.

 

The New Addition Consultation Package:

• Up to 5 hours of consultation, discussion, research, planning, and visiting the potential dog within the local community, and communicating with the breeder or rescue organization.

• 3 one hour in-home sessions with you and your canine, including bringing him/her home for the first time, learn specific skills, and follow through with a plan. 

• Potty training methods

• Teach children how to interact with the new family dog safely and with the right energy. This is especially useful for children with ADHD or hyperactive energy.

• Help introduce the new dog to babies and toddlers (if needed).

• Follow up phone calls, emails, texts, troubleshooting, resources, and advice.

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$595

Follow up services beyond this package are at the regularly listed price

Clients who use this service receive a 20% discount on the puppy training package