Top Dog Behavior and Training

08/05/2024

It's award season and we were nominated for another one!

Vote for Top Dog Behavior and Training for Best Pet Training!

https://medfordor.communityvotes.com/2024/01/pet-and-pet-care/pet-training

25/04/2024

Last day to vote!

We've been nominated for Best of Southern Oregon and need YOUR help!

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Vote for Top Dog Behavior and Training under the General Services - Animal Care Category Tab!

15/04/2024

We've been nominated for Best of Southern Oregon and need YOUR help!

https://bestofsouthernoregon.com/vote/ #

Vote for Top Dog Behavior and Training under the General Services - Animal Care Category Tab!

05/04/2024

The Jackson County Animal Shelter is offering waived adoption fees until April 14th in an effort to empty the shelter!

Bringing a new pup into your home can be a big adjustment, so we're here to help make it easier with $50 off Private Training Bundles for dogs adopted from the Jackson County Animal Shelter in the month of April.

Ready to book?
Schedule your initial training consultation online at www.topdogbehavior.com

14/03/2024

20% off Nutrition Consults for a limited time!

Pet food can be confusing. Get your pet food questions answered by a certified Pet Nutritionist!
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Let us share some insight and help you keep your furry friends healthier, feeling better, and living longer!

The Mini Nutrition Consult includes:
- Email or Zoom consult
- Answers and explanations to your nutritional questions
- Food analysis or recommendations

11/03/2024

Spring has sprung and Beginner Obedience group classes are back in full swing!

Register online at www.topdogbehavior.com to join our next Beginner Obedience class or book your free private training consultation!

01/02/2024

Behavior change takes time!

26/01/2024

Four questions to ask yourself when you hit a bump in your training journey:

1. Does my dog understand what I am asking?
Go back to the basics and break down the behavior you are asking for to be sure that your dog fully understands what it is you are asking them to do.

2. Is my dog set up for success?
Is there something that is keeping your dog from being successful? Take a look at your training environment, are there too many distractions? Is your dog in an emotional and mental state to learn?

3. Am I rewarding the behaviors I want to see?
It is easy to notice all the things we don't want our dog to do, but rewarding the things we DO want them to do is so important when it comes to lasting behavior change. Remember: what gets rewarded gets repeated!

4. Is my dog still practicing "bad" behaviors?
Bad habits are hard to quit when you are still doing them! What management systems can be put in place to prevent your dog from practicing the undesired behaviors while we work to learn new ones?

07/01/2024

Have you ever felt like your dog does really well in training sessions, but won't listen to you throughout the day?

What gets rewarded gets repeated!

If we are only rewarding the behaviors we like during dedicated training sessions, our dogs are likely going to pick up on this and adopt an "I'll only do it if I see that treat pouch" mentality when first working on new behaviors.

By hiding treats around the house we make it easier for us to reward all those great behaviors (which means our dogs will offer them more frequently) AND our dogs learn that rewards for their efforts can come at anytime and any place.

04/01/2024

Hi, I'm Skylar! I am the owner of Top Dog Behavior and Training and have the honor of working with dog guardians from all over the world to better bond with their dogs through training!

I've had the unique experience of working with dogs of many breeds and personalities over the last 10 years, as well as assisting pet parents in improving the diets of their beloved cats and dogs to improve their overall wellness and nutrition over the last 4 years. Prior to receiving my first dog training certification in 2018, I had experience working with and training horses for many years before shifting my focus to working with dogs and their people. Upon learning just how much diet and wellness plays into the behavior of our furry friends, I began to learn more about pet nutrition and began gaining certifications specializing in pet food and raw feeding in 2020.

Throughout my career I have made a commitment to providing my clients with the most up-to-date, scientifically valid, and humane training methods. I continue to uphold this commitment by continuing to gain certifications from highly regarded organizations within the industry, as well as attending industry conferences and continuing education opportunities from some of the best trainers and experts in the world.

02/01/2024

Kick off the New Year with effective, humane, and science-backed dog training from Top Dog Behavior and Training!

Private Training:
For flexible schedules and specialized skills!
Enjoy customized one-on-one training sessions in the comfort of your own home to address your specific needs from obedience and specialized skills to separation anxiety and reactivity.

Group Training:
Affordable training for all skill levels!
Learn new skills and proof behaviors in new environments with affordable training for all skill levels with our variety of classes.