Dog Training Services
Not sure which service is right for your dog? Each one is built around the same science-based approach. The difference is format, setting, and how much individual attention your dog needs. A free phone consult is the easiest way to find out which fits best.
Small group classes held at the Cosmic Dog Training Center inside The Happy Beast in Lafayette. Games-based positive reinforcement throughout. Every session includes a behavior consultation so the training stays on track.
- Puppy Classes, Life Skills, or Scent Work
- Small class sizes for individualized attention
- Single session or full course options
Private sessions built entirely around your dog. Every session includes a behavior consultation, and the plan adjusts as your dog learns. Available at your home, in your neighborhood, at the Training Center, or via video coaching.
- Your dog is reactive, fearful, or easily overwhelmed
- A training plan that adjusts as your dog learns
- You want 100% one-on-one attention every session
Every session at Cosmic Dog Training begins with a behavior consultation. Before any training starts, Kathleen assesses what is driving your dog’s behavior. Physical discomfort can be a contributing factor, and that gets looked at, too.
Most training addresses the symptom. A behavior consultation gets to the cause. Kathleen builds a plan specific to your dog’s triggers, history, and needs. She continues adjusting it throughout the training relationship.
Behavior consultations are included in every session:
- Identifies the root cause of your dog’s behavior
- Accounts for physical health as a contributing factor
- Builds a training plan specific to your dog’s history and triggers
- Adjusts as your dog learns and grows
Common Behavior Issues
If your dog’s challenge isn’t listed here, please ask. We’ve likely helped with it.
- Reactivity: lunging, growling, barking at dogs or people
- Leash pulling and poor leash manners
- Resource guarding (food, toys, people, spaces)
- Abnormal repetitive behaviors (licking, spinning, tail-chasing, light-chasing)
- Fearfulness or lack of confidence
- High energy or inability to settle
- Lack of recall
- Household manners
- Fence running, guarding, or escaping
- Welcoming a new baby, puppy, or rescue
- Service dog or therapy dog training