What is your style of training?
We use Balanced Training at Chill Out Dog, sometimes referred to as “Yes/No” Training. We approach training as a way to give our dogs interruptive feedback. Feedback is essential to providing dogs the information regarding which type of behavior is wanted and unwanted. Interruptive feedback means we are giving the dogs immediate feedback (positive or negative) so that dogs understand what the owner wants. Interrupting dogs at the moment directly ties the negative behavior to the negative consequence or the positive behavior to the positive consequence. Basically, we use both rewards and negative consequences to train your dog.
What tools do you use?
We use a variety of tools at Chill Out Dog Training. Each tool is selected for your unique dog. Here is a list of some of the tools we frequently use:
• E-Collar
• Treats
• Air Tool
• Ultrasonic
• Prong Collar
• No Pull Harness
• Halti Head Collar
Do you work on aggression?
Aggression is one of the key issues we work on during our training sessions. Chill Out Dog Training works on all forms of aggression including leash, food, human, and dog aggression.
Check out the “OUR APPROACH” page to learn more about the types of behaviors we address.
Will my dog still have spirit?
Yes, your dog will still maintain its unique personality! Chill Out Dog Training believes in giving dogs feedback, meaning everything you love about your dog can be rewarded, while the negative behaviors receive feedback.
Many times over-excitement and unwanted behaviors can stem from anxiety or other stressors. When the dog learns that a preferred, but inappropriate, behavior is off the menu, he may temporarily lose some enthusiasm. However, the enthusiasm hasn’t been extinguished permanently, it’s just dormant, waiting to be redirected into healthy replacement behavior. Ultimately, we’re doing the dog a service by teaching them sociable behavior that will give them access to sustainable, long-term fulfillment. Then, our pups can channel their spirit into fun and healthy activities.
Read more in our blog post, “A BEHAVIOR CHANGE GUIDE.”
What areas do we serve?
Chill Out Dog Training is based in Denver, Colorado. We serve clients within 10 miles of the Rockies stadium. For those that are beyond a 10 mile drive, a travel fee of $3/mile will be charged.
Where should we meet? Can you come to me?
Yes! We can meet at your home or another suitable local setting. Choose a place that fits the behavior you want help with.
At home: For issues with visitors, the door, or everyday household routines, start where those situations happen.
Out and about: For pulling, reactivity, or outdoor distractions, choose an everyday walking area or park with room to adjust our distance from dogs, people, and other distractions.
We don’t need to provoke a reaction or overwhelm your dog to help. Your trainer will guide the setup and working distance. A crowded event or the middle of an off-leash dog park isn’t necessary.
Local park options include:
• Washington Park
• Fuller Park
• Commons Park
• Sloan’s Lake
• Berkeley Lake Park
Do you offer boarding?
Chill Out Dog Training does not offer boarding. Instead we offer private lessons, either at home or out in public (e.g. Wash Park, Berkeley Lake Dog Park, a hiking trail, or your favorite patio restaurant). While boarding isn’t offered, we routinely solve issues in our private lessons that other trainers require a board and train program to address.
Check out our blog post “TO BOARD AND TRAIN OR NOT TO BOARD AND TRAIN” to learn if boarding is right for you and your dog.
When do you train?
We are available for appointments Wednesday-Sunday.
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS OUR CALENDAR AND SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT DURING AN AVAILABLE TIME.
How many sessions does it take to train my dog?
The severity of the behavior will dictate the number of sessions required, but most clients work with us for 2-3 sessions. We believe in equipping and empowering our clients to work with their dogs on their own so they can keep it up on their own.
How much homework will I have?
If you want to see results, we recommend consistently implementing the skills and strategies we equip you with during our training sessions. Usually, this does not require an exorbitant amount of time. Rather, it is about consistently following through on giving your dog feedback (positive and negative consequences).
See the blog post, “OUR BEHAVIOR CHANGE GUIDE” to find out more about how we recommend changing unwanted behaviors.
What is the price?
ONE-ON-ONE TRAINING
First Session: $375
Follow-Up Sessions: $275 for 90 minutes
The initial session is a 90 minute, one-on-one session with a trainer. We work with you and your dog in the field or at home. The severity of the behavior will dictate the number of sessions required, but most clients work with us for 2-3 sessions. We believe in equipping and empowering our clients during these sessions to work with their dogs on their own so they do not need to seek further training.
Trained with us before? Book a Follow-Up Session, even for a new dog or after a long gap. Your household only needs one First Session; current prices apply.
Questions before deciding? Text us at 720-594-3697 or use the website chat. You can book directly; a call or text exchange is not required.
Is the work guaranteed?
Every training session is backed by our satisfaction guarantee. If you’re not satisfied with your training session, a refund will be issued, excluding any applicable travel fees.
Contact us by text at 720-594-3697 or through the website so we can help with your request.
Our goal is clear, useful progress; the guarantee does not promise perfect behavior or resolution of every issue in a set number of sessions. Cancellation terms apply separately to appointments you cancel.
How long until I see results?
Nearly every client sees a dramatic improvement within the first session. Depending on your dog and your goals, we may recommend follow-up sessions to build on your progress. These can include work on off-leash recall, human aggression or dog aggression.
Take a look at our “BEFORE & AFTER VIDEOS” to see how transformative our results are!
Do you work with aggressive dogs?
Chill Out Dog works with ALL types of dogs. In fact, it’s our specialty. ALL of our trainers have first-hand experience working with and even owning dogs with bite histories.
Take a look at our TEAM PAGE to learn more about each trainer’s personal experience with aggressive dogs.