What class should I start with?
Puppy Kindergarten
For puppies 8-12 weeks old
$125 for 4 zoom sessions 30 min. each
With young puppies, the pressing items on the agenda are: handling, handling and handling! Class covers safe socialization with people, bite inhibition, household manners (where to eliminate, what to chew, and when to shush), and preparing your pup to be left at home alone (i.e. preventing separation anxiety). All of this must be addressed prior to three months of age. Additionally, you’ll learn how to teach Come, Sit, Down, and Stay, because it’s easy and fun!
The Puppy Kindergarten Curriculum consists of four sessions: Household Training, Puppy Biting and Handling, Manners and Safety, and finally Safe Socialization.
Puppy I
For puppies 12-18 weeks old
$200 for 5 sessions
Learn how to teach basic off-leash manners — Come, Sit, Settle Down, Stand, and Stay. Teach your pup Impulse Control and Polite Greetings while socializing your puppy to people and other dogs. CDT emphasizes preventing common and predictable behavior and temperament problems such as, puppy biting, mouthing, jumping up, hyperactivity and pulling on leash.
Classes focus on user-friendly and dog-friendly dog training techniques, so that classes are as much FUN for owners as they are for puppies! Our training techniques are quick, easy and effective and within the capabilities of all family members, including children.
Class will introduce the 20 test items that are required for the AKC-Puppy Star test. Those who continue on to Puppy II will be eligible to test for the AKC-Puppy Star certification.
Requirements: First two rounds of DHLPP or DHPP vaccine prior to first session
Puppy II
Exclusively for Graduates of CDT Puppy I
$200 for 5 sessions
Refine the off-leash skills learned in Puppy I! Improve your puppy’s focus, speed of recall, and length of stay when off-leash at a distance and distracted. Learn how to teach your young adolescent pup to be calm, attentive and to respond promptly, willingly, and happily. Discover how to use Fetch and Tug as rewards in training. Acquire the skills necessary to introduce your puppy to other dogs and people (both off-leash and on-leash). Again, great emphasis will be placed on ensuring your young adolescent maintains bite inhibition and remains socialized and friendly to people and other dogs.
During this course we will complete our AKC-Puppy Star evaluation check-list to graduate and earn certification!
Requirements: CDT Puppy Training I Graduate and less than 8 months of Age. Proof of rabies vaccine and up-to-date DHLPP/DHPP
Adolescent
For dogs ages 8+ months (recommended to have completed Puppy I and II or other prior training, but not required)
$200 for 5 sessions
Class focuses on loose leash walking, greetings, settling down, reliable positioning, and working under distractions. Common adolescent behaviors such as fear, over the top excitement, and impulse control will also be addressed. This is a great choice for anyone who has a pup who missed attending puppy class.
Class will introduce the 10 test items that are required for the AKC-Canine Good Citizen test.
Requirements: 8+ months of age. Proof of rabies vaccine and up-to-date DHLPP/DHPP
Urban Adolescent
Exclusively for graduates of Adolescent
$200 for 5 sessions
Urban Adolescent is exclusively for those who have completed CDT Puppy II or Adolescent class. Classes will take place both at our training center and in public environments.
This class is recommended for those who enjoy frequenting all the wonderful dog friendly spots San Diego has to offer and want to ensure their canine companion has the skills and confidence necessary to handle any outing. This course the perfect stepping stone for anyone interested in participating in Therapy Dog work.
AKC-Canine Good Citizen evaluation is available. No need to worry if your dog isn’t quite ready come test time, retesting will be available.
Requirements: Completion of Adolescent. Proof of rabies vaccine and up-to-date DHLPP/DHPP
Private Training
Initial Training Session and Behavioral Assessment @ Your Home
Private training can be customized to best fit your needs and your pup! Private training is a great for those who want to focus on specific behaviors, have a pup that doesn’t do well in groups, or prefers a one-on-one setting with a certified dog trainer.
All private training begins with our Initial Training Session and Behavioral Assessment which will give you insight into your dogs behavior and equip you with the immediate tools necessary to get you and your pup started on your training journey. Following our initial meeting, we will work together to create a customized plan to meet your training goals and budget.
Initial Training Session and Behavioral Assessment
$250 for 1 dog
$285 for 2 dogs
Private Training Sessions
$175 session (each session starts on the hour and lasts for 50 minutes. Post-training Evaluation and Homework sent via email)
To schedule an Initial Training Session and Behavioral Assessment, please call (858) 922-0379 or email cdtofsd@gmail.com or schedule below
Board and Train
Prior to scheduling all Board and Train Packages, your dog must first be assessed. If you are an existing client, you have already completed this step.
Our board and train program allows for in-depth training at its most intensive level. Companion Dog Training’s Board and Train program is designed to teach obedience skills while also addressing behavioral problems. Due to the immersive nature of the board and train program, clients must be carefully selected to make certain they have the time, patience, and commitment to reinforce and maintain their dog’s training.
During your pup’s time in the CDT Board and Train program they will enjoy off-leash training in the home during the day, visits to our private on site dog park during the morning and afternoon, time relaxing in the den during the evening, and then spend the night sleeping in separate crates in our doggy dormitory. Board and Train dogs are not kenneled during the day allowing for off leash training in a home environment most similar to their own, this is where behavioral issues are best addressed. Our doggy dormitory is a large (900 square foot), air conditioned and heated building attached to our home, where someone is always present to care for your furry family member.
To get started please call (858) 922-0379 or email cdtofsd@gmail.com
NEW Puppy Jump Start Board and Train Program
Initial Training Session and Behavioral Assessment @ Your Home
Private training can be customized to best fit your needs and your pup! Private training is a great for those who want to focus on specific behaviors, have a pup that doesn’t do well in groups, or prefers a one-on-one setting with a certified dog trainer.
All private training begins with our Initial Training Session and Behavioral Assessment which will give you insight into your dogs behavior and equip you with the immediate tools necessary to get you and your pup started on your training journey. Following our initial meeting, we will work together to create a customized plan to meet your training goals and budget.
Initial Training Session and Behavioral Assessment
$250 for 1 dog
$285 for 2 dogs
Private Training Sessions
$175 session (each session starts on the hour and lasts for 50 minutes. Post-training Evaluation and Homework sent via email)
To schedule an Initial Training Session and Behavioral Assessment, please call (858) 922-0379 or email cdtofsd@gmail.com or schedule below
