Puppy Dog Luv, LLC
Puppy Dog Luv, LLC

Puppy Dog Luv, LLC

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You time is precious, so... •I train in Boca Raton, Delray Beach & Boynton Beach. • Private Lessons only at your home. CALL FOR HOLIDAY DISCOUNTS! 20% off for Easter/Passover! My style is unique; (force-free, non-dominant) positive reinforcement ONLY & it's successful because it's all about priorities: Your pup is #1 always & in all ways when we train. Tell me what you want for your dog & that's exactly what your dog will achieve. Training begins at the 1st lesson. If you have a young puppy, you'll need to start potty training asap with a Puppy Training Package. Puppies must be housebroken first, so they "earn" the privilege of roaming their human's home freely. I can help with what you'll need so you're ready from day one. I train for good manners as we tackle potty training. Rescues, may need a different course, with rehabbing + obedience & they may already be housebroken. Pups are sentient beings whose hearts, minds & memories need loving care as we train; some may need to heal from their past experiences. If your pup is older, there may be obedience training needed. Based on what isn't working, I'll create a course that will make sure your pup passes the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test. Because it reaps the best & fastest results, I train at your home* (no boarding.) That's your pup's "safe haven", where they spend most of their time & where they have the least distractions. (*Except, if someone smokes or vapes nicotine/marijuana there or has a cat in the room. I'm very allergic, so I can't.) I've trained pups & their people for 30+ yrs. with consistent success. Once hired, I'm available by text or call, at no charge (11a.m. - 11pm) for questions, emergencies, advice, research on best doggy day care, boarding, vets, ER hospitals, foods, treats & supplements. I create courses with individualized lesson plans to assure success for you & your pup. I graduate students, never abandon them. Pet parents should be able to make at least an hour/week commitment to their pup for lessons & 10-15mins./day for practice in between lessons to insure success. My clients get the results they request in reasonable amounts of time -and for reasonable cost - (prices "starting"@ $1000 for a 10 lesson course paid up front - BUT lower if there's a HOLIDAY DISCOUNT) plus they're not locked into a set schedule regarding day/time slots from lesson to lesson; I flex my schedule to meet theirs if given 24 hours notice. Payments accepted: CASH paid up front or CREDIT CARD using the "Square" banking device - they add a small processing fee - also paid up front. (Note: All training packages are non-refundable.) You'll have a signed, legally enforceable contract at the start of the first lesson, so that you're protected & feel secure that your pup will receive the entire course. (The 10 lesson course is best if completed in 10 wks, and shall be completed within 6 mths maximum.) Two firm business policies: •Please, don't ask me to "audition" for free or for a 1 lesson charge - no can do. There are no "pay by the lesson" arrangements. •Lesson appt. changes or cancellations must be done by call or text at least 24 hrs. before original appt. day & time. ☆🐕‍🦺IMPORTANT NOTE🦮☆ I also train legitimate therapy & service dogs; I work with an attorney who is knowledgeable in the Federal ADA & Florida laws. The length of time & costs are different from the "starting" scenario above. All documents needed for POAs, HOAs & COAs can & will be provided at no charge. $$🐕 DISCOUNT ALERT 🐕$$ If you want more than 1 pup in your home trained, you will get a reduced course rate. If you've adopted your puppy from a rescue, there'll be a discount, too. 🐶 Because of my experience & education, clients get what they pay for - training done by a professional, 1-on-1 at their homes, that will last their pup's lifetime. (LIFETIME FREE support via calls and/or texts, too.) How does it work? Well, imagine your pup's training like a 3-layer cake: • The top layer will result in extraordinary manners you'll be proud of & strangers will compliment you & your pup on; a strong, mutual trust & respect between you & your pup - a deep, loving bond between you two, as well. All commands (beginner, intermediate & advanced) will be taught. • The middle layer will result in techniques for using learned & memorized vocal+hand cues in combinations to prevent and/or extinguish patterns that don't serve your dog's life or yours. Problems will be avoided, nipped in the bud or patterns reversed. • The bottom layer will result in a calm, centered pup who can control his/her own impulses as a result of the distinct style of my training from lesson #1 through graduation. Your pup will take & pass the AKC Canine Good Citizen test, in a public environment with the distraction of other people & pups. 🐕 So... whether your traumatized rescue needs rehabbing/the rebuilding of trust in humans + good manners or your new puppy will need to be trained to be your beloved family member, or maybe even your service dog eventually, the course curriculum of training, lesson plans & corrections will be individually designed to work for both your pup's & your goals.
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Karen K.
Apr 3, 2023
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Details: 0 - 6 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Leash pulling • House training • Chewing • My home, venue, etc.

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Lisa L.
Dec 18, 2022
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Details: 0 - 6 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Crate training • House training • Chewing • My home, venue, etc.

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Ethel G.
Dec 25, 2020
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Wendy established a positive relationship with Ellie from the beginning and Ellie greets her like a long list friend. Wendy took time to talk with me about dog needs and behavior which came in very handy later on when Ellie got sick so luckily I had listened but was sure I wouldn’t see that particular behavior in Ellie: wrong, and my preparations were good for my little furry friend. I also failed at first to see the need for us to practice for Wendy. I thought just having Wendy model and do the training would be more efficient but then Wendy wouldn’t have been able to correct my mistakes which would make things more confusing for my pet. She has also been very accommodating through life’s many challenges. You can depend on Wendy and she most assuredly knows what she’s doing!

Details: 6 - 12 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • Leash pulling • House training • Chewing • Destructive behavior • At the pro’s location

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Nancy R.
Aug 25, 2020
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I'm writing this review on behalf on my mother who hired Wendy of Puppy Dog Luv to train her puppy, Pixie. My mom purchased a package of ten 1-hour sessions. Wendy was an exceptional trainer who went above and beyond to assist my mom. She often times stayed longer and even made herself available for phone calls when my mom needed guidance. I would highly recommend Wendy to anyone needing a trainer. She's truly remarkable!

Details: 0 - 6 months old • Extra Small (1 - 15 lbs) • Private lessons • Puppy training • House training • Crate training • My home, venue, etc.

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Carissa C.
Aug 5, 2017
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Wendy is great. She has been so helpful with not only training my dog, Gunner, but with everything else too. She really cares about her clients and their dogs. I would highly recommend!
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