Dog Obedience and Behavior Modification Training

We help you have the dog you always wished for!

News and Notes

  • Discounts to Seniors, First Responders, and Active or Retired Military

    For first time consultations, we are honored to offer a 10% discount on to our wonderful seniors over 65 years young, first responders (medical community, police, fire fighters), and active or retired members of our incredible military.  Please let us know if you are a member of any one of these awesome groups of humans!

  • Office Hours!

    Our new product - "Office Hours" is live!,  What is "Office Hours"?   Each month, qualified existing clients that have purchased a membership to Office hours will have online access to the trainer during scheduled times.  This is a fun way to ask questions in between sessions or have an after training refresher.  It can also be an opportunity for pet parents to meet other pet parents during a group "Office Hours" session! 

  • It's That Time Of Year Again - Heat Waves

    The heat waves have started in the Houston area.  Because the health and safety of our pet parents and doggies clients are a top priority, outdoor temperatures will impact outdoor instruction availability!

Training Program

Wishes and Wags offers private, in-person dog training.  We develop customized training plans with our clients and train in the dog's own environment.  We love helping pet parents learn how to apply basic dog obedience foundation skills in their daily lives!  We also love helping humans understand canine behavior.  We want to help dogs with behavior issues improve and live the best life possible with their humans!

For clients outside of the Houston area but within Texas or for clients that prefer a virtual environment, we offer a virtual format that is fun and easy!  All you need is an internet connection or a cell phone, and we will be live together!  Virtual sessions have proven very effective.

The instructor holds two professional dog training certifications.  She is certified by the Animal Behavior College (ABCDT) and the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CPDT-KA).  The instructor believes that education is so important.  In addition to her two certifications, she has completed Michael Shikashio's Aggression in Dogs Masters program.

At Wishes and Wags, we believe that one size does not fit all as it relates to training. Regardless of format, our training program can incorporate real life routines and circumstances into the training plans. The plans are structured to address the specific and individual needs of the pet parents and their canine family members!

Contact us for more information!

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Consultations and Dog Training Packages

Consultations for Dog Obedience Training and Problem Solving

All programs begin with an initial consultation.  During the consultation, you and the trainer will discuss your training goals in detail. The trainer will also discuss the key concepts for successful training and problem solving. Training plans are designed together, and the trainer will help choose the package that fits your individual needs!

90 Minute Dog Obedience Consultation - $115

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Ready to get started and schedule a dog obedience consultation?

We would love to learn more about you and your dog!

Consultations for Complex Behaviors

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Aggression

There are a number of things that can contribute to and cause aggression. A few of the most common relate to illness, pain, environment, and DNA. In the consultation, the trainer will gather information about your experiences. Aggression cannot be "cured"; however, with training and management techniques, the hope is that great improvement can be made. The journey will take time, love, patience, and compassion. We strive to achieve a happier and healthier life for the dog and the pet parents.

Initial aggression consultations can be conducted in-person or via Zoom. If clients live outside of the Houston area or outside of our in-person travel areas, Zoom consultations are a very good option! We work with our clients to determine the safest and most effective environment for their individual circumstances.

Canine aggression can be a very emotional and devastating experience for pet parents. One of our passions is helping pet parents understand behavior so they can embark on a positive journey to improve quality of life.

We approach aggression with compassion and positive techniques. We strive to provide hope for aggressive dogs if possible.

90 Minute Consultation - $135

Anxiety

Canine anxiety can be caused by many things. Anxiety in shelter and rescue dogs is very common. Certain forms of anxiety, such as separation and isolation anxiety, can result in behavioral issues. In the consultation, the trainer will gather information about your experiences. Anxiety is a complex issue and often very emotional for pet parents. You will learn not only positive training techniques but also management techniques. The journey can be slow and can require a great deal of patience and compassion. We strive to help clients begin their journey.

90 Minute Consultation - $135

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Ready to get started with a complex behavior consultation?

We would love to learn more about you and your dog!

Complex Behavior Questionnaire for Clients Signing Up For Consultation

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Dog Obedience Training Packages

  • Private Basic Obedience Training

    We offer customized private obedience training programs which are designed to achieve your individual goals. In the basic obedience training program, your dog can learn basic foundation skills and cues such as focus, sit, sit/stay with focus, down, and recall.  If your goals include problem solving, we can build problem solving training and management techniques into any training program to address problem behaviors such as mouthing, jumping, door darting, reactivity, and pulling on a leash!

    60 Minute Single Session / Session by Session - $95 Per Session

    3+ Session Packages - $90 Per Session

    3 Month Membership to Office Hours With Purchase of a 3+ Package For Qualifying Existing Clients - $90

  • Puppy School

    In this program, depending on the package chosen and progress made, your puppy can learn games and basic obedience cues such as sit with focus, sit with focus/stay, down, place, and recall.  Puppies are such joys but can present challenges!  Special programs can be developed to include managing common puppy behaviors such as nipping, chewing, jumping, door darting, and more!

    60 Minute Single Session / Session by Session - $95 Per Session

    3+ Session Packages - $90 Per Session

    3 Month Membership to Office Hours With Purchase of a 3+ Package For Qualifying Existing Clients - $90

  • Complex Behaviors

    Training packages for complex behaviors (aggression and anxiety) are not available due to the complexity.  Every case is different.

    60 Minute Training Session -  $120 

    3 Month Membership to Complex Behavior Office Hours for Qualifying Existing Clients - $150

Training Approach

Wishes and Wags uses a positive-motivation-based program. We utilize positive methods such as luring, capturing, and shaping in our basic obedience programs.  That is also true for our behavior modification programs.  Our primary tool is positive reinforcement. We believe that training is a lifelong commitment. Our sessions are designed to educate and teach pet parents how to continue the training process throughout the life of the dog.

 

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Hours and Scheduling

Appointments are available Tuesday through Saturday. Evening appointments are available Tuesday through Thursday. (Arrangements can be made for appointments outside of our regular hours upon request if availability.)

Please contact us to schedule!

Payments

We accept cash, check, Zelle, Quickbooks Payment. (Processing fees may apply.)

Cancellations and Refunds

A 48 hour notice is typically required for cancellations. Refund requirements are outlined in the training agreements.