Crate training isn’t just about containment—it’s about creating a safe, calming retreat your dog can trust. This seminar is focused on making the crate a positive, confidence-boosting part of your dog’s routine. Whether you're starting from scratch or troubleshooting crate anxiety, this class provides step-by-step guidance to help your dog feel secure, relaxed, and happy in their own space.

Seminar Highlights:

• Crate Training Foundations: Learn how to introduce the crate using gentle, reward-based methods that build positive associations from day one.
• Overcoming Resistance: Get solutions for common issues like whining, barking, and refusal to enter the crate—without punishment or stress.
• Beyond the Basics: Discover how to use the crate as a tool for travel, vet visits, calm alone time, and building overall confidence.

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For the safety of all dogs, I agree and verify that my dog(s) are current (or titered) on all of the following vaccinations: rabies, distemper/parvovirus, and Bordetella (or I have signed the Bordetella waiver).

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