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Simple Dog Steps
- Sicklerville, NJ 08081 (map)
- (856) 240-0737
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Family-friendly Dog Training
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Simple Dog Steps • Sicklerville, NJ • $65-100 per hour
- You'll be asked a few quick questions that will help describe your needs.
- You'll be asked to provide your contact information so that Neil Bell will be able to get in touch with you.
- You'll have the option to get competing quotes from other qualified service professionals, saving you time and money.
Welcome to Simple Dog Steps - the family-friendly dog trainer, where we work with you, your family, and your dog to structure a personal dog training plan that works for you all!
Not only will you benefit from the advantages of a more obedient dog, but we use primarily positive reinforcement methods which result in a happier, more relaxed best friend.
We offer services in the South Jersey and Philadelphia areas, and are a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers.
Our services include:
* Before You Get Your Puppy
* New Puppy Primer
* Manners, Muttley!
* Teaching My Dog (Not) To
* Puppy, Meet Kitten!
* Ad-hoc consultations
Give us a call!
Question and answer
Q. What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A. Do ensure that you find a dog trainer who uses modern Positive Reinforcement methods.
Many trainers still use antiquated 'dominance' approaches, which is unfortunately based on a decades old misunderstanding of dog/wolf behavior. The use of shock collars can also lead to highly undesirable behaviors.
The Association of Pet Dog Trainers (www.apdt.com) has some excellent resources on finding a good trainer, and acceptable training methods.
Q. Why does your work stand out from others who do what you do?
A. We offer a science-based modern approach to dog training, utilizing the best in Positive Reinforcement techniques to ensure a happy, well trained pet.
On top of this, we structure a training plan specifically for you, involving all of the family, with an easy-to-follow manageable schedule that works best for you all.
We recognize the pressures of work and family life, and will ensure that our solutions are both beneficial and achievable.
Q. What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A. Isn't 'Positive Reinforcement' (using food lures) bribery?
No! Properly done, food treats are phased out quickly over time. The key is to build a positive emotional response, rather than a food-as-currency transaction.
Q. If you have a complicated pricing system for your service, please give all the details here.
A. Pricing:
Initial consultations generally last between 1.5 and 2 hours, and are $100.
Followup consultations last between 1 and 1.5 hours, and are $75 each.
Blocks of 4 consultations are $250 if scheduled together in advance. On the day of the initial consult (or prior), 3 more future visits can be scheduled which will then qualify for the block discount (again for a total of $250).
