Empowered Dog Training
& Human Coaching Classes
All classes are held indoors, in a heated barn, and outdoors, in a fenced in, grassy area on a 6 acre farm.
We have partnered with the natural environment to offer a place for dogs and their human guardians
to enhance learning and to foster a mutually beneficial, healthy relationship.
All programs are force free (using treats, toys, and/or praise to reward the dog's perceptive behaviors)
and skills are taught with the dog on and off a leash.
We have partnered with the natural environment to offer a place for dogs and their human guardians
to enhance learning and to foster a mutually beneficial, healthy relationship.
All programs are force free (using treats, toys, and/or praise to reward the dog's perceptive behaviors)
and skills are taught with the dog on and off a leash.
Happy Puppy, Good Puppy Classes
For happy puppies 2-4 months old
C.L.A.S.S. (Canine Life and Social Skills)
High School Curriculum
Level: Beginner
A (6)-week group learning class focusing on basic manners and proper socialization. Safe handling skills, introduction to canine body language, and foundations in puppy health and wellness are also covered. Maximum (6) puppies per class to enhance learning for all family members, human and canine.
Puppies MUST be between the ages of 8 weeks to 16 weeks by the first day of class to support the physical and mental developmental milestones experienced during this age group.
The C.L.A.S.S. Curriculum was developed by the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) through evidenced-based research and application. Puppies graduating from the "High School" C.L.A.S.S. program will receive a certificate of completion at no cost. Human guardians who elect to test C.L.A.S.S. skills with their puppy on the last day of class will receive a special certificate of completion endorsed by APDT at no extra charge.
$275/(6) 45 minute classes
Sign up for a class at this link:
New Dog, Good Dog Classes
For newly adopted dogs 5 months & older
A (4)-week, small group learning class focusing on basic manners and safe socialization in new environments. Leash skills training for humans and canines, introduction to canine body language, and an introduction to foundations in health and wellness. Maximum (4) dogs per class to enhance learning for all family members, human and canine, and to support everyone through a stress-free transition.
Includes unlimited human and dog learning support available through text/telephone chat/video throughout the 4-week training program!
$210/4 classes
Enroll Here:
https://calendly.com/operationheel/new-dog-good-dog-learning-bonding-class
Young Dog, Good Dog Classes
For young dogs 5-12 months old
C.L.A.S.S. (Canine Life and Social Skills)
High School Curriculum
Level: Beginner
A (6) week course focusing on basic manners and proper socialization inside and outside of the home. Safe handling skills, introduction to canine body language, and foundations in adolescent health and wellness are also covered. Maximum (6) young dogs per class to enhance learning for all family members.
Adolescent dogs MUST be between the ages of 5 months to 12 months by the first day of class to support the physical and mental developmental milestones experienced during this age group.
The C.L.A.S.S. curriculum was developed by the Association of Professional Dog Trainers through evidenced-based research and real-life application.
$275/(6) 45-minute classes
Link to sign up for a class is here:
Youth Dog Training & Coaching Classes
For youth dog trainers 8-17 years old & the family dog
(6) 45-minute small group classes for youth ages 8-17 years and their family dog ages 6 months and older. Work, play, and be curious about how to communicate with your dog through understanding dog body language, human body language, and a safe, healthy relationship with your family dog. Enjoy supporting your family dog by helping them reach their highest potential as a happy, confident canine companion at home and on the go!
$275/ 6 classes
Private Family Dog Training Lessons
(4) 1-hour private lessons for all family members
We choose force-free, positive reinforcement learning and training exercises using treats, toys & praise to communicate with your family dog. We will work with up to 2 family dogs at no extra cost (arrangements will be considered for households with 3 or more dogs ).
No limit on the age or the number of human family members present to help with learning and training. Lessons do not expire, learn and train at your own pace by self-scheduling when it is convenient for you and your family!
Recommended for:
--New and experienced dog guardians
--Families with multiple companion animals in a single household (including the introduction of new dog, cat, or farm animal)
--Families with children
--Newly adopted dog/s needing support to transition to their new home
--Dogs with disabilities (deaf, blind)
--Dogs with a history of trauma, abuse, neglect
*We are Wisconsin's only trauma-informed dog training and coaching practice©
Working and playing with your dog enhances learning and reduces destructive behaviors at home!
(4) one-hour private lessons for $575
*Private lessons are self-scheduled through a link sent to your email once payment and the service agreement are received and reviewed, please contact Cindy HERE
Adult Dog, Best Dog Classes
For adult dogs 1-5 years old
C.L.A.S.S. (Canine Life and Social Skills)
B.S. Curriculum
Level: Basic
A (4) week course focusing on manners and proper socialization in various environments inside and outside of the home. Safe handling skills, identification of confident and fearful canine body language, and foundations in health and wellness are also covered for this age group. Maximum (4) adult dogs per class to enhance learning for all family members.
Adult dogs MUST be between the ages of 1 to 5 years by the first day of class to support the physical and mental developmental milestones experienced during this age group.
The C.L.A.S.S. curriculum was developed by the Association of Professional Dog Trainers through evidenced-based research and real-life application.
$185/(4) 45-minute classes
Please sign up here to reserve a place in our barn:
https://calendly.com/operationheel/adult-dog-good-dog
Payment is not due until start of class, instructions and a service agreement/dog health history will be sent 5 days before the start of class!
Animal-Assisted Therapy
A complementary, holistic health approach to achieve health and wellness by partnering with animals.
As a certified dog trainer, Cindy welcomes a family member's dog to participate in sessions to support an individual's health goals.
On site therapy dogs are available to work with individuals who do not have a family dog or if the family dog is not able to participate in sessions.
As a certified dog trainer, Cindy welcomes a family member's dog to participate in sessions to support an individual's health goals.
On site therapy dogs are available to work with individuals who do not have a family dog or if the family dog is not able to participate in sessions.
Tracking Your Heart Path Workshop
For Youth 8-14 years old
In this 8-week, 45-minute small group class, Cindy works with your child to explore self-care goals with the support of your family dog. Short-term goals may include learning how to reduce feelings of stress. All dogs enjoy learning and benefit from exercises based on movement!
$450.00
Empowering Your Spirit
For Youth 7-17 years old
A 45-minute private session that invites an individual's personal dog or an on-site therapy dog to participate in exercises to achieve physical, social, and emotional wellness.
*Approved CLTS Program Service
Referring agencies, please complete referral form here: Request for Services
Self-referrals, please contact Cindy at: [email protected]
$210/session
Healing Your Spiritual Life Path
For Adults & Soul Connected Canine
A transcendent experience for you and your dog in achieving health and wellness through healing at a physiological (cellular) level with energy level decoding.
Oftentimes dogs come into our lives for a reason, a purpose, and will reveal insight into our journey by absorbing (empathy), reflecting (insight), or deflecting (protect) behaviors and/or dis-ease.
If you feel you have exhausted all resources in helping your dog learn to adopt safe behaviors, perhaps it is time to address you and your dog's inner challenges, worries, and fears.
$775 for (4) one-hour sessions
Therapy Dog Continuing Education Classes
COMING SOON!
Cindy will offer small group classes for health and human service professionals partnering with a therapy dog who are interested
in expanding and/or building upon therapeutic intervention skills for all settings. *This class does not register therapy dogs.
Recommended for:
--Registered Therapy Dogs or equivalent
--Health and Human Service Professionals offering private or group therapy with canines
--Dogs of all ages, mixed breed/pure breeds, all levels of skills welcomed!
Cindy will offer small group classes for health and human service professionals partnering with a therapy dog who are interested
in expanding and/or building upon therapeutic intervention skills for all settings. *This class does not register therapy dogs.
Recommended for:
--Registered Therapy Dogs or equivalent
--Health and Human Service Professionals offering private or group therapy with canines
--Dogs of all ages, mixed breed/pure breeds, all levels of skills welcomed!
Seminars in Animal-Assisted Interventions
for the Health & Human Service Professional And Canine Partner
COMING SOON!
Interested in practicing the art and science of Animal-Assisted Interventions (Education, Activity, Therapy)?
Cindy (MSN, RN, CPDT-KA) and Nancy (DVM, MPH)have put together a comprehensive curriculum for health and human service providers
that includes animal welfare, human welfare, and provider practice skills
in an effort to support learning all in one place! Therapy Dogs that are registered or are in training are encouraged to attend all classes.
Participants do not need a therapy dog to complete the seminars and will be able to work with one of Cindy's therapy dogs.
Space is limited to keep class size small, apply now for waitlist!
Interested in practicing the art and science of Animal-Assisted Interventions (Education, Activity, Therapy)?
Cindy (MSN, RN, CPDT-KA) and Nancy (DVM, MPH)have put together a comprehensive curriculum for health and human service providers
that includes animal welfare, human welfare, and provider practice skills
in an effort to support learning all in one place! Therapy Dogs that are registered or are in training are encouraged to attend all classes.
Participants do not need a therapy dog to complete the seminars and will be able to work with one of Cindy's therapy dogs.
Space is limited to keep class size small, apply now for waitlist!
Animal-Assisted Intervention Consultations
Interested in incorporating a Registered Therapy Dog team into your organization or need assistance choosing a dog that is interested in the job?
Navigating zoonotic and reverse zoonotic disease prevention, understanding local, state and national laws,
and looking out for the health and welfare of clients, staff, and the Therapy Dogs,
is vital in establishing a successful complimentary therapy into your practice setting.
Contact Cindy for a free, 15-minute phone consultation to see if Animal-Assisted Interventions is a great choice for your work setting!
Navigating zoonotic and reverse zoonotic disease prevention, understanding local, state and national laws,
and looking out for the health and welfare of clients, staff, and the Therapy Dogs,
is vital in establishing a successful complimentary therapy into your practice setting.
Contact Cindy for a free, 15-minute phone consultation to see if Animal-Assisted Interventions is a great choice for your work setting!
*Current research related to the field of Animal-Assisted Interventions has found that 8-10 hrs of working one on one with a therapy animal,
guided by a health professional,through goal-orientated exercises, will support healthy behaviors and patterns of thinking for that individual.
