Courteous Canine - Charlotte

Courteous Canine - Charlotte Don't Complain...Train! I know raising a puppy can seem daunting at times. Dogs repeat behaviors that are rewarding, and avoid behaviors that are not!

I can help make it less difficult and troubling, but instead MORE enlightening and rewarding! - Jill Beitel Owner/Certified Professional Dog Trainer Courteous Canine Philosophy
Courteous Canine employs positive, reward-based training methods. Our focus is to teach the pup the desired behavior in a given situation, and then reward generously, rather than to focus on correcting “wrong” behavior. By

learning how to manage reinforcements in your dog’s life, you help teach your dog to offer certain behaviors in pursuit of rewards and privileges. Your trained dog will be a pleasure to have around and will enjoy a stronger bond with your family. In-Home Training
Training takes place primarily in your home, at your convenience. This allows your dog (and you) to feel secure and calm in a familiar environment, and saves you time. Plus, it helps us address directly behaviors that are happening specifically in your home or with your family members. Starting Early—Puppy Training
Courteous Canine can give valuable advice on choosing the right breed for you and your family, preparing the home for pup’s arrival, and how/when to start socializing and training your new family member. Early education is best!! We believe in teaching appropriate behaviors at a very young age when possible, before inappropriate ones become habit. Make the most of puppyhood—use guidance and rewards to help your puppy make the right choices from day one! All Breeds, All Ages
So your adult dog is untrained and ill-mannered? There is hope! We can show you how to break the pattern of “bad” behavior, and positively shape your dog into the responsive, well-behaved pet he was meant to be. Both of you will be happier!

Enrichment update! We LOVE Pupsicles! You can buy the edible balls that go inside, or create your own! Our recent favori...
03/24/2025

Enrichment update! We LOVE Pupsicles! You can buy the edible balls that go inside, or create your own! Our recent favorite is goats milk. Healthy and oh-so-easy.  Just pour and freeze. 

Welcome Tinkerbell! This beautiful and easygoing puppy had a great first session, followed by a successful potty trip ou...
03/19/2025

Welcome Tinkerbell! This beautiful and easygoing puppy had a great first session, followed by a successful potty trip outside and a long nap. Kudos to Mom and her great setup indoors to help set Tink up for success!

Spring classes start in one week; registration closes 3/20! Just two spots open in puppy class! 704-366-5007
03/17/2025

Spring classes start in one week; registration closes 3/20! Just two spots open in puppy class! 704-366-5007

Spring break is coming, and summer vacations as well! As you plan your trips and boarding for your dog, please consider ...
03/17/2025

Spring break is coming, and summer vacations as well! As you plan your trips and boarding for your dog, please consider getting one of these great boxes to pack the pup’s stuff in!  we are transitioning from bags to boxes!

Find the Clear Letter File Storage Case with Top Handle by Simply Tidy® at Michaels. Waterproof and dustproof, with a transparent design so you can clearly see what's inside, use this box to keep everything from important documents to sewing patterns handy wherever you need them.

Sweet puppy Muffin is getting a little training while staying with us; first order of the day is to start building value...
03/14/2025

Sweet puppy Muffin is getting a little training while staying with us; first order of the day is to start building value to 4 feet on the floor!! She was pretty convinced early on that It’s way more fun and reinforcing to climb up everyone’s legs lol. And frankly, it’s not difficult at all for us and the environment  in general to reinforce jumping in a puppy. It took about 10 minutes for Muffin to have that aha moment that said “actually, it is much cooler and more fun when I keep my feet down” 🙌🏼 👏🏼

Teaching your dog to come to you when called is such a game changer! and remember that reinforcing this behavior doesn’t...
03/13/2025

Teaching your dog to come to you when called is such a game changer! and remember that reinforcing this behavior doesn’t stop after your training sessions or after your dog is a year old or after anything! So many more freedoms they can enjoy, and peace of mind for you as well! Practice and reward for coming back to you every day! There is absolutely no downside to reinforcing recalls for life🤩🥳

A good reminder! If you have hopes for your puppy to be dog-social, be sure to expose them to safe healthy puppies and d...
03/09/2025

A good reminder! If you have hopes for your puppy to be dog-social, be sure to expose them to safe healthy puppies and dogs while still under 4 mos old!

Spring Break, Easter, Memorial Day, OH MY! Now is the time to book boarding— limited spaces in order to keep dogs safe, ...
03/06/2025

Spring Break, Easter, Memorial Day, OH MY! Now is the time to book boarding— limited spaces in order to keep dogs safe, comfortable and stress-free. 

Sweet and sensitive Bailey is enjoying training and the boost of confidence it brings. But she needs special handling—si...
03/05/2025

Sweet and sensitive Bailey is enjoying training and the boost of confidence it brings. But she needs special handling—since she isn’t quick to trust new people or challenges, she prefers we respect her personal space bubble and understand her hesitation and the moment or two (or more 🤷🏼‍♀️) she needs to think through a request. No problem, Bailey. Lightning fast responses to cues are cute but not necessary. You and other dogs are not being “stubborn” or “defiant” when not responding right away, you probably need a moment to process the request and ascertain safety. And since you are sentient beings and not robots, you have every right to do so 👌🏼✌🏼

02/28/2025

Restrained Recall

02/21/2025
My friend Cosmo is seeking a new home. Please read about him on Petfinder!
02/19/2025

My friend Cosmo is seeking a new home. Please read about him on Petfinder!

Cosmo is an adoptable Dog - Schnauzer searching for a forever family near Monroe, NC. Use Petfinder to find adoptable pets in your area.

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Sassy Spice!
Sassy Spice!

Restrained Recall

May, HERE!!
May, HERE!!

These off-leash walks and exploration sessions (in a safe and secure place of course, where my dog will not encounter other walkers/dogs) are everything for our dogs! But not safe or possible without a reliable recall. Remember as you train your puppy or young dog that teaching and consistently  reinforcing the recall will greatly enrich your dog’s life, and improve quality of life for both of you! Mayday, 11, lives for these walks in the woods! Note, she is definitely still getting paid well for coming when called, and as a result, she never ignores that call, and is happy and eager to drop what she’s doing to respond 🙌🏼🐶👏🏼 #forcefreedogtraining #positivereinforcementdogtraining

Ears flyin, jowls floppin!

Meadow!!
Meadow!!

Coming when called is supposed to be FUN!

A reminder to acclimate puppies-as young as possible- to items they will need to use or wear later

Except for the serious rescue/overpopulation crisis, it would be amazing to us that Marmalade doesn’t have potential adopters fighting for the opportunity to take her home. She is mellow, social, easygoing. Sweet and polite with kids, cats, and dogs. Housetrained a crate trained. A total gem 😇🐶🤩 Ready for a second dog?? Consider Marmalade, or please share! #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #greatpyreneespuppy #rescuedogsofinstagram

These pups know how to have a good time, heat or no heat! Small group home-based daycare for the WIN!! #puppysocialization #tireddogsarehappydogs

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