The Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) is a professional organization of individual trainers committed to better training through education.
APDT Vision Statement
All dogs are effectively trained through dog-friendly techniques and therefore
are lifelong companions in a relationship based on mutual trust and respect.
APDT Mission Statement
Promoting caring relationships between dogs and people by educating trainers
in canine behavior and emphasizing professionalism and reward-based training.
Holly's Den supports and abides by the APDT vision and mission statements and further defines dog-friendly training thus: Gentle humane training that utilizes primarily positive reinforcement and excludes methods intended to induce fear, pain or physical discomfort.
Services offered by Holly's Den
Puppy Preschool Lessons + Basic Obedience Training + Behavior Counseling
This page contains general a description of private training sessions. To see fees and enrollment information, click here or use the doggy icon at the bottom of this page.
What's New: Holly's Den "Behavior Modification Training Guide For Reactive & Aggressive Dogs" is available for ordering in PDF format. For more information click here: Aggression Training Guide
About Private training sessions: Private obedience training lessons that are structured around individual needs allow most owner-dog teams to progress somewhat faster than they would in a group class. Private sessions are also indicated for dogs with certain kinds of behavioral problems that are related to fear and aggression.
The only disadvantage is that private sessions won't provide your dog with the extra socialization opportunities or distractions of working around other dogs that he/she would get in a class situation. However, you can still independently provide this type of experience for your dog or participate in a class at some future time.
Behavioral Counseling: Individual one hour sessions are available by appointment, or you may choose a 4 session package. The 4 session package will include any basic obedience training that may be needed.
4 Session Packages for Puppy Preschool, Basic, and Advanced Obedience Training Includes Behavioral Counseling: Obedience lessons are geared to give you the information and skills you need to change your out- of- control canine into a polite companion. Emphasis is placed on teaching household manners and preventing/solving behavior problems using gentle, positive reinforcement and good management techniques. You and your dog will bond more closely as you work, train, and play together as a team! Solutions for any behavior problems you are encountering will also be addressed.
Basic Obedience 1: 4 one hour private sessions: Foundation training to help you deepen the bond with your dog while teaching him/her the obedience behaviors and skills that will make him a better companion. This series of four one hour sessions will show you how to be leader of the pack and win your dog's respect, not through physical punishment but through exercising control of access to all the things dogs love, while rewarding good behavior. As you learn how to motivate and communicate with your dog, your dog will learn how to Sit politely for petting instead of jumping up, and to Stay and Come when called.
Basic Obedience 2 for dogs over 16 weeks old: 4 one hour private sessions: Geared for owners who want to continue on and improve and expand their dog’s Puppy/Basic 1 foundation skills, prepare for the Canine Good Citizenship (CGC) test, or obtain better control over an unruly high-energy dog. Goals for these next 4 sessions include fostering your dog's self-control and increasing your dog’s attention and deference to you.
Puppy Headstart/Preschool Training for puppies 8-18 weeks will help you raise a happy, well-mannered, and well-adjusted puppy. In addition to training basic obedience behaviors (Sit, Down, Stay, Come and Walk on a Leash without pulling) these 4 private sessions offer guidance with house/potty training, crate training, tips on health care, and how to handle routine problems such as mouthing, nipping, jumping up, chewing, etc.
The Holly's Den "Behavior Modification Training Guide for Reactive and Aggressive Dogs" provides a reliable positive training roadmap for both "Growly" dog classes and private training sessions.
*Board & Train is not available through Holly's Den.
Fees and Enrollment Info for Classes & Private Sessions
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Holly's
Den
Dog and Puppy Training
Houston / Sugar Land TX
contact via email
Professional Member
Association of Pet Dog Trainers
APDT member #6125