Beyond Basics: Expert Training for Exceptional Dogs
With Washington's Premier Dog Training & Behavioral Specialists
"Reliability off lead should always be the most significant criterion when evaluating and comparing training methods." (Koehler, 1990)
Whether you need basic puppy training, help with adolescent dog shenanigans, "reactivity", resource guarding, aggression, fear/timidity, "selective hearing", protection, sports, trialing, or just basic dog training, we can help you create or change your relationship with your dog today!
Are you ready to start changing your relationship with your dog today?
We are ready to help you achieve your dog training goals!
There are no "Dog Training Secrets".........
To be brutally honest, there are no secrets in dog training.......just a combination of knowledge, patience, effort, repetition, expectations, consistency, and perseverence.
There are actually a lot of talented dog trainers all around the world. Many of the most talented trainers specialize in a specific sport, style, type of dog, etc. These trainers all know that there is no "Secret".......just planning, follow-through, and work that must be done day in and day out.
At Sparks K9, we have a well-rounded team of experts, including Police K9 Handlers and experienced certified dog trainers that have worked with dogs of nearly every breed, size, temperament, and age. Our collective experience, knowledge, and professionalism are unmatched in the Puget Sound Region.
We teach proven training systems, not a hodge-podge collection of secrets, "tricks", or unreliable quick fixes.
What do our ideal clients want?
They want their dog to behave properly on leash, at home, in public, and not pull/lunge/bark/jump/bite or urinate on everything, etc.
They want to be able to include their dogs and take them with them - on a walk, to the park, on a hike, to the beach, to a brew pub, camping, to the hardware store, etc.
They want true obedience, including off-leash reliabilty, even when presented with reasonable distractions and temptations.
They want to help their dog enjoy life to the fullest and understand that a proper education is the key to happiness for their dog.
What kind of clients do we love to help?
Dog owners that are ready to take on the role of student, with a willingness to put in the effort needed to acheive real results.
People that love their dogs enough that they will be coachable, patient, fair, and do what is needed to help their dog.
Those that understand that owning a dog is a gift that can keep on giving, and that a proper education is the best gift they can give thier dog.
Good people that want a professional partnership with a training company run by caring dog people that offer experience, knowledge, compassion, expertise, understanding, and unmatched quality of service.
What are our clients saying about our training services?
Do you play with your dog? Is it Proper Play?
A lot of people play with their dogs; play is actually one of the most enjoyable activities to do with dogs. In our experience, most people enjoy some form of play with their dogs, but most do not know how to use proper play.
Proper play is a very beneficial relationship and motivation building tool
By using proper play, we are able to fulfill many of the biological and physical needs of dogs
A lot of people play with their dogs but lack the proper techniques and specific concepts that make a World of difference
Proper play is a very effective tool when dealing with aggression and "reactivity" issues
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Basic Training
September 23, 2022•6 min read
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Office: 8 AM - 5 PM (Monday-Friday)
Private Training: By Appointment Only
Classes: Per Schedule
Events: Per Schedule
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