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About
About
Training at Partridge Animal Care is built on relationship, communication, and emotional safety. Sessions take place at Black Partridge Park and are tailored to each dog’s temperament, learning style, and comfort level. Every dog is met where they are, with patience and clarity, and training progresses at a pace that supports confidence rather than pressure.
This approach is especially supportive for shy, sensitive, reactive, or overwhelmed dogs who need structure without fear. The goal is to help dogs feel safe enough to learn, confident enough to try, and connected enough to listen. Progress is measured by understanding and emotional regulation, not speed.
Whether you’re raising a puppy, navigating reactivity, or strengthening manners, training is designed to be low-stress, practical, and genuinely helpful for real homes and real routines.
All services are performed at the animal’s pace. Timing varies depending on comfort, behavior, coat condition, and environmental factors. No exact finish times are guaranteed, and listed timing are just estimates.
Packages
Packages
· dog reactivity ·
· dog reactivity ·
A structured program for dogs who struggle with barking, lunging, fear, or overarousal around other dogs or animals. Focuses on emotional regulation, handler communication, safe setups, and confidence building.
Our trainer will help examine your dog's reactivity and, during assessments, will determine whether they fall under mild, moderate or high reactivity.
Includes:
Behavior assessment
Structured and personalized training plan
Owner coaching
Working through triggers
Starting Prices:
Assessments: Performed initially and after every five sessions. Done at the Black Partridge Park field in front of the dog park. $20 per assessment.
Mild Reactivity: For dogs who bark or whine on leash, hyperfocus on triggers, ignore leash pressure, and need redirection. $30 per 30 minute session.
Moderate Reactivity: For dogs who growl or lunge on leash, need distance from triggers, take longer to settle after redirecting. $40 per 30 minute session.
High Reactivity: For dogs who are aggressive on leash, cannot work near triggers, have fear-based or defensive responses, or have a history of attacking. Owners must bring a well fitted muzzle. $50 per 30 minute session.
· basic obedience·
· basic obedience·
A foundational five-session program for puppies, new rescues, or dogs needing a manners refresh. Covers sit, down, stay, recall, leash skills, impulse control, and household routines.
Includes:
Behavior assessment
Structured and personalized training plan
Owner coaching
Working through unwanted behaviors
Socialization
Starting Prices:
Assessments: Performed initially and after every five sessions. Done at the Black Partridge Park field in front of the dog park. $20 per assessment.
Sessions: $20 per 30 minute session. $100 for five sessions.
· Advanced obedience •
· Advanced obedience •
This package focuses on taking basic manners and making them reliable in distracting situations, as well as improving response time and lessening the need for constant rewards. It's the step that leaves you confident in your handling skills and your dog's training.
Includes:
Obedience assessment
Making recall reliable
How to train a bombproof stay
Perfecting impulse control
Improving response time to all commands
Starting Prices:
Assessment: Performed initially to determine your dog's current obedience skills. $10 per assessment.
Sessions: $30 per 30 minute class.
· akc canine good citizen prep ·
· akc canine good citizen prep ·
Prepares dogs and handlers for all 10 AKC Canine Good Citizen test items. Focuses on polite greetings, loose‑leash walking, supervised separation, and calm behavior. Note: PAC provides prep and practice. The official CGC test and classes are completed through TeacherzPetz.
Includes:
Specialized training on all 10 test items
Controlled environment and distractions
Coaching through unwanted behaviors
Assistance on difficult items
Starting Price:
Full Prep Class: 4 one hour once-weekly sessions for $60.
· group walks •
· group walks •
Small, supportive group classes lasting six sessions designed to build skills around controlled distractions. Great for social learning, leash manners, confidence, and practicing manners with other dogs present.
Includes:
Behavior assessment
Six once-weekly group walks
Safe and managed interactions
Homework guides
Starting Prices:
Assessment: Performed initially to determine your dog's behavior around others and ensure a safe environment. $10 per assessment.
Group Sessions: $30 per dog per 1 hour class. $180 per dog for a full six classes.
À La Carte
À La Carte
Help us help you! You can pick and choose individual services, or even make your own personalized package.
Single Skill Training Session: Hour-long session for $25.00
Single General Behavior Assessment w/ Notes: $20.00 per
Manner Tune-up Session: 30 minute tune-up for $15
Service Dog Training: Hour-long task training session for $50.
Training Steps PDFs
Reactive: $10.00 | Basic: $10.00 | Advanced: $10.00 | AKC CGC: $10.00
Policies & fees
Policies & fees
Payment is due at the time of service unless otherwise arranged.
Safety First: Dogs showing signs of illness, injury, or extreme distress may need to reschedule.
Equipment: No ill-fitted gear is allowed, such as most harness types, prong collars without throat protection and muzzles without panting room.
Environment: Sessions only take place at Black Partridge Park.
Behavioral Limits: Severe aggression cases may require a veterinary behaviorist for safety and appropriate care.
Training is tailored to each dog’s emotional and behavioral needs. Some dogs progress quickly; others need slower pacing, environmental adjustments, or additional support. Safety, consent, and comfort are always prioritized. Owners receive simple, clear routines and follow‑up guidance to help maintain progress at home. Consistency between sessions is key, and families are encouraged to ask questions anytime.
Safety: We use safe equipment provided by owners. If equipment provided by the owner is found to not help or is unsafe, we will recommend or bring temporary replacements. Yes, we do use tools like e-collars, haltis and prongs, but only if they are professionally fitted and examined to be safe.
Vaccinations: For the safety of all pets, dogs must be current on Rabies, DHPP/DA2PP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza) and Bordetella (Kennel Cough) vaccines.
Assessments: All initial assessments are handled in person to assess your pet and provide a detailed price quote, package recommendations, and behavior details before the sessions start. This ensures transparency and helps us prepare for your pet's specific needs. To set up an assessment, reach out via email or phone or book one on our booking page.
Satisfaction Guarantee: We pride ourselves on clear communication. If, for any reason, we cannot meet your specific training request during sessions (like behavior), we will let you know and offer a $10.00 discount off the final bill for the inconvenience.
Timing: We schedule sessions with specific timeframes, ensuring all dogs get the attention they need.
· Surcharges & Fees ·
The following fees may apply in certain situations:
Special Handling Fee: A $10.00 surcharge for human-aggressive, difficult, or highly anxious dogs that require extra time, patience, or safety precautions.
Cancellation/No-Show Fee: $20.00 will be charged after you are 30 minutes late for a session, and for appointments canceled with less than 10 hours' notice.
Emergency Equipment Replacement: For any essential equipment that is broken or deemed unsafe, a $10.00 surcharge applies as we will temporarily replace said equipment with our own.
⚠️ By booking an appointment or consultation or any other service with us, the Pet Owner agrees to assume all risks and hereby waives all claims for injury or damage to any person, animal, or property in connection with the services provided, releasing Partridge Animal Care and all associated with the name from all liability, including claims arising from ordinary negligence. ⚠️
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