Our Goal

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The relationship between you and your dog is a very special thing and we understand how important it is. Our goal is to strengthen that relationship by helping you properly communicate with your dog. Once you and your dog are speaking the same language the connection between the two of you will be healthier and therefore much happier.

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Our Philosophy

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​At any time our dogs our existing in one of three mindsets: work, play/free, or rest. All of our programs are designed to help dogs learn to healthily exist in and transition through these three mindsets. The goal is to manage and capitalize off the dog’s natural drive. The object is not to suppress drive but help dogs find a positive outlet and not live in an unhealthy state of defense, mental chaos, or confusion. In the end, we want a dog who comfortably lives in pack drive and can take cues from the handler regarding when certain types of expression are appropriate. It is our job to help owners learn how to provide their dog with the clarity needed to do this. Once everyone is communicating clearly, we end up with a dog who can seamlessly transition from work, play/free, and rest.

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Our Methods

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At Creekside we embrace all methodologies of dog training. We aim not to box ourselves in with labels. Instead, we simply strive to utilize whatever style of training, in our professional opinion, will yield the best results. We believe in using food based reinforcement as putting strong emphasis on toy reward and motivation. But we also believe in holding our dogs accountable by saying no and applying different levels of correction in order to provide our dog with the clarity they crave and a form of communication they understand. We find we get the best results when using both ends of the spectrum. This way we teach our dogs what is appropriate and inappropriate and help them learn how to make the right choices. By doing so we help dogs and owners develop a healthy and well-balanced relationship that is positive for both dog and owner alike. Creekside trainers are educated in the usage of a variety of different training tools. It is our job to match your dog to the appropriate tool and teach you how to properly use them.We believe in providing clients all the training options available to them, but we do not require clients to use any specific training tools. We make what we feel is the best recommendation and then will help you decide what is right for you and your dog.

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Your Part

 

It is important to remember that the success of any training program depends on the work done on the owners end. Regardless of what type of training you choose, you will need to put the work in at home. Creekside is committed to making sure you are properly educated and have all the tools needed to transfer the information home. From there, it will be up to you to maintain what you and your dog have learned.

 

Remember training is most successful when it becomes a lifestyle.

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