Welcome to your client page! This is where you will be able to reference a summary of what we introduce and discuss each lesson. The client page is a linear document organized by date, but to reduce need to scroll to past lessons, each update will include a comprehensive list of every command you’ve learned so far, with links to descriptive breakdowns of each command.
The client page is not meant to be a replacement for communicating with Tyler between lessons. Please never hesitate to email tyler@samepagedogtraining.com or to call/text 785-813-1677 with any questions or concerns.
Homework [Date]
[Positive Recap; i.e. “Thanks for having Derek and me in your beautiful home blahblah”]
Here’s a reminder of what to work on this week:
Timed meals
As long as the vet says that he is healthy:
Feed dog at the same time(s) every day
Set a timer for 15-20 minutes
If dog has not finished their food when the timer goes off, remove the food (unless dog is actively eating it)
For their next meal, feed dog their regular portion (do not add amount of uneaten food from previous meal)
A healthy dog can go 4 days without food, so do not worry if it takes them some time to learn to clean their plate!
No furniture
Crate training
When to use kennel:
When dog cannot be supervised
Have dog sleep in kennel every night
Get dog used to being in kennel while you are home!
When in kennel:
Ignore dog
No collars or harness (for safety)
Do not let dog out if they cry
Close and latch door
Keep a positive association with the kennel; never use as punishment
Crate training
Buy this crate in 42” or 36” length
Follow steps to introduce dog to kennel:
1. Set up crate
2. Put a treat, peanut butter Kong, or food bowl if it’s mealtime, at the back of the kennel
3. Use an encouraging voice to guide dog into kennel
4. Once dog is inside, praise them while closing and latching the door
Don’t make a big deal of it
5. Once door is closed, ignore dog completely but remain in room
6. After a moment, leave the room but leave door to room open, hanging out nearby
7. Periodically re-enter room, busy yourself with something, and continue to ignore the dog
8. Gradually increase time dog is left alone in the room while in their kennel
When to use kennel:
When dog cannot be supervised
Have dog sleep in kennel every night
Get dog used to being in kennel while you are home!
When dog is in kennel:
Ignore them
No collars or harness (for safety)
Do not let dog out if they cry
Close and latch door
Keep a positive association with the kennel; never use as punishment
Please reach out with any questions or concerns!
Cleaning up accidents
In addition to timed meals, crate training, and limiting access to water, cleaning up accidents is an essential component of successful housebreaking
Hard surface:
First, remove as much urine or feces as possible with a paper towel
Clean area with a multi-purpose cleaner like 409 and paper towel
Soak area with an enzymatic cleaner such as Nature’s Miracle
Follow directions bottle! Enzymes must be left to dry on their own in order to be effective
Carpet:
First, remove as much urine or feces as possible with a paper towel
Clean with an enzymatic cleaner such as Nature’s Miracle
Follow directions on bottle! Enzymes must be left to dry on their own in order to be effective
Choose your Release phrase
Ideas:
“Okay!”
“Party Time!”
“Go Ahead!”
“Freedom!”
First lesson:
Park Hill Park #1 at 500 Oklahoma St (where Utah St meets Oklahoma St)
Large wooden sign and small boulders lining Oklahoma St entrance
Introduce Praise, Motivation, and Correction; Leash Manners; Sit; Release
$50 for lesson
Additional costs:
Training collar (slip or pinch) $10-$50
Leather leash (if desired) $20-$30