Virtual Dog Training

Virtual Dog Training Classes

VIRTUAL DOG CLASSES:

BravoPup students are loving our virtual classes and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive!

Virtual: LEASH REACTIVE CLASS:

Help your leash reactive dog become calmer on leash in a supportive online environment.

Virtual: Life Skills for your SHY/FEARFUL DOG

Beginning skills tailored to your shy or fearful dog

Virtual: Out of Isolation:
FROLIC OR FIGHT?

For dogs and puppies coming out of lockdown!

Virtual Dog 1

Level 1: Life skills for your new or not-so-new dog or puppy

(19 weeks and older)

You and your classmates will meet in a virtual, interactive classroom via Zoom once a week.
You will receive the same personal attention, instruction and real time coaching directly from your trainer.
In addition to our detailed weekly homework, you will receive a recorded video of your class
and access to our private student facebook group.

All you need is decent wifi, laptop, tablet or cell phone, a dog and treats!

Head on over to our schedule page for a list of our In-Person DOG1 classes.

“Thanks Sandi, GREAT CLASS!!!! I was unsure before the class but you sold me on it! Bravo.”

"We very much appreciate the Bravo team and can’t wait until next week. Anyone having doubts about online should know there is no need. You all have really done your homework and are providing meaningful content!”

"I’m shocked by how much we learned and feel so much better after the course thinking about Banjo’s long term development."

“We had such an amazing class and are very grateful for this space, especially during this time. Katy was wonderful, patient and really made time to support everyone.”

“We are very grateful that you are doing this online. The help is fabulous, especially in this important time of our puppy’s life.”

“We just signed Olive up for the Puppy2 class in May. Thank you so much for keeping the remote classes going - we’re SO grateful for you and your experience in getting us through these times with a puppy. We would have been a mess without you and god knows what kind of dog Olive would have become!”

VIRTUAL: Life skills for a SHY or FEARFUL Dog

Beginning Skills for Shy and Fearful Dogs 19 weeks and older

Do you have an adolescent pup (19 weeks or older) or adult dog that HIDES? Acts SHY? TREMBLES? GROWLS? Does this happen towards other dogs and/or strangers?

Do you have a recently RESCUED adolescent or adult dog that shows these behaviors?

If yes, than this class is for you! This is the place to start! The curriculum is very similar to our award winning DOG1 series, but for the shy and fearful dogs in our lives. The class is limited to 6 dogs in order to provide the attention needed to address these issues.

We will address all the basic commands, manners and distraction training, all while providing guidance tailored to address the particular needs of your shy dog. We will teach at your dog’s pace!

Shy and Fearful Class Skills Include:

Confidence Building- You learn how to keep your dog feeling SAFE and gradually build confidence outside the home
Distraction Skills – dog begins to learn how to focus and work amongst distractions
All Things Dog – common behavior problems are discussed every class
Detailed homework, a recording of the class and emailed handouts provided after each class

Requirements:

What to Have for Class:

Schedule of Virtual Shy/Fearful Dog Classes:

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$240 per dog

Virtual: Out of Isolation: Frolic or Fight?

For dog, puppies and their people coming out of lockdown! Gain confidence when taking your dog out and around other dogs.

Now that we are getting out there with our dogs, we see how much they want to play and greet! This virtual class is for those dog guardians who are not sure how their dog will greet and play with other dogs. Not sure if your dog is ready to join an in-person class? Covid quarantine, under socialization, a new rescue dog that is afraid of the dog park or an overly excited dog that doesn’t know how to say hello; this class will help you learn about normal dog play and identify what it looks like.

Not sure if your dog knows how to greet other dogs?
Have a puppy that has not been socialized and you are uncertain how they will play with other pups?
Worried your covid quarantined dog has not had enough socialization for an in-person class?
Afraid your dog is overly excited and too rough?

If you answered yes to any of these, this class is for you! We will address all these issues, along with learning how to select a dog park, when to interrupt play, learn referee skills and learn to identify play problems. If there is a fight, you will learn how to safely break up a fight.

Frolic to Fight Class includes:

Identifying normal dog and puppy play to make sure everyone is having fun.
Identifying your dog's play style.
Learning when to referee and safely interrupt.
Gaining confidence when taking your dog out around other dogs!
Lecture and video presentations.
Detailed homework after each class.

Requirements:

What to Have for Class:

Out of Isolation Class Schedule.

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$170 per dog

Virtual: Help Your Leash Reactive Dog to be Calmer On-Leash

For Reactive Dogs of All Ages
Taught by Holden Svirsky, CTC

Does your dog bark, growl, or lunge at other dogs while out on leash walks? Are you embarrassed by your dog’s behavior and find yourself hiding and avoiding dogs altogether? We can help.

This online class teaches you skillful handling of your leash-reactive dog, as well as learning to read your dog’s body language so that you can respond before he reacts. We will teach you environmental awareness and management, plus expert leash skills so that you can be a relaxed team out on walks.

This class is not intended to “fix” aggressive behavior. This class teaches you how to set your dog up for success, and make the most efficient progress on your road to recovery.

Safe & Supportive Atmosphere

Having a reactive dog can feel very isolating! You know you don’t have a “bad” dog, and that what the public sees is very different from your dog’s behavior at home. You are not alone! You will meet other guardians in the exact same boat as you are, and learn that leash-reactivity is very common.

This remote class model is perfect for your first steps. You’ll be able to learn the “why’s” of dog behavior, the “what’s and how’s” of modification and be able to practice essential skills without a stressful barking-fest. You will learn what to do when you venture back out into the world. Upon completion of this class, some students will be able to take an in-person DOG1 class with the skills to help their dog be successful around others. Some students will receive a referral to a private trainer, or another class if appropriate.

This is NOT a class to teach off-leash social skills. We recommend our online “Frolic or Fight?” class to learn about off-leash behavior. Our goal here is to help your dog change their emotional response to encountering other dogs on leash.

This is NOT a class that addresses fear of humans/strangers or environmental fears. We recommend our “Life Skills for Shy/Fearful Dogs” class to address these issues.

Requirements:

Proof of current vaccinations for Rabies, Distemper, and Parvo
We recommend vaccination against Canine Flu for all dogs: Canine Influenza Virus H3N2/H3N8. Please consult your veterinarian.
This class is for dogs who lunge and bark at other dogs while on leash
Must complete registration questionnaire before signing up. If we deem that your dog is not appropriate for this group class, we may suggest private lessons first.

Schedule of Virtual Leash Reactive Class:

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$300 per dog

Virtual: Beginning Skills for Dogs 19 Weeks & Older

I have a puppy over 19 weeks; is this the class for me?

Yes! This is the the place to start. The curriculum is very similar to our PUP1 series, but for adolescent puppies (yes, your puppy is beginning their adolescent years at 18 weeks!) and adult dogs. We will address all the basic commands, manners and distraction training, all while providing guidance for any challenging doggie habits you may be dealing with at home.

An adolescent dog can be a joy, but let’s face it: there are moments when you’ll wonder what to do with your young dog’s boundless energy. Whether you’ve just adopted your dog, or perhaps haven’t started training your puppy yet, our award winning instructors will support you through any difficulties and inspire you with success!

I have an older dog that has never taken any classes; is this the class for me?

Yes! Learning is fun at any age. If you have a beloved dog that you’ve never trained, or a newly adopted dog, training is exciting no matter what age he or she is.

DOG 1 Class Skills Include:

Basic Obedience – sit, down, stay, come, leash skills
Manners – jumping, don’t touch, drop it, calm down
Distraction Skills – dog begins to learn how to focus and work amongst distractions
All Things Dog – common behavior problems are discussed every class
Detailed homework, a recording of the class and emailed handouts provided after each class

Requirements:

What to Have for Class:

Schedule of Virtual DOG 1 Classes:

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$200 per dog

Virtual: Level 2 Skills for Dogs that have Completed Dog 1 or PUP1

Turning Your Dog Into a Rockstar

You are inspired to continue training … BRAVO for you and your dog! Continuing your dog’s education will deepen your bond and give you even more ways to have fun together. Now that you’ve got a solid foundation, we can get cracking on more complex lessons. In this class we’ll enhance the basic commands and introduce higher level stuff.

Dog 2 Class Skills Include:

Heel/Leash work
Recall drills
Placement Work – go to your mat and stay there
Extreme Distraction Skills – focus on you with Extreme distractions
To practice at home with detailed homework and training handouts provided after each class

Requirements:

What to Have for Class:

Schedule of Virtual PUP2/DOG 2 Classes:

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