Obedience Training at RW Canine Retreat

From Basic to Advanced Training

Our training kennel has been specializing in obedience for companion animals and the retriever for over 21 years. You may ask yourself, “Why does your dog need training?” In any relationship, communication is essential. Training offers more than the ability for your dog to do what you say, but most importantly; it establishes a bond between you and your dog. It also develops the respect and trust that any healthy relationship needs. And last but not least, it increases your dog’s confidence and understanding of what is expected of him.

We offer customized training programs depending on the needs of you and your dog. We will evaluate your dog’s nature to apply the appropriate training methods in order to achieve a high level of success. Our #1 priority is your canine and the relationship you build with him; it’s important to us.

Puppy Boot Camp
2-Week Puppy Bootcamp/Trainee Refresher Course
$100 non-refundable deposit required
$1250
per 2-week In-Kennel Prorgram

Plan A
Basic Obedience
$100 non-refundable deposit required
$2000
per 30-day In-Kennel Program

Plan B
Advanced Obedience
$100 non-refundable deposit required
$4000
per 60-day In-Kennel Program

Additional fees charged for pet travel, i.e. vet visits, dog food pickup, etc.

Henrietta: $15 • Bowie $35 • Wichita Falls: $50 • Burkburnett $60

In-Kennel Training Contract

Puppy Boot Camp or Training Refresher

$1,250 per two-week in-kennel training program

This is a two week puppy boot camp or previous trainee refresher course.

Our 2-Week Puppy Boot Camp is a great way to give your puppy a strong start with basic obedience, socialization, and good habits. Using positive, reward-based training, we focus on building confidence and creating a fun learning experience for your puppy.

During their stay, puppies will work on foundational commands such as COME, SIT, DOWN, HEEL, and an introduction to STAY. We also focus on socialization with other dogs, proper manners, and potty-training routines to help set them up for success at home. This program is recommended for puppies 6 months of age and older.

At the end of the program, you’ll receive a video of your puppy demonstrating their new skills, along with recommendations for any training tools that may help you continue their progress at home.

Our 2-Week Training Refresher is designed for dogs that have already completed one of our training programs but need a little tune-up. Life gets busy, and sometimes training falls by the wayside. This refresher course helps get your dog back on track by reinforcing their obedience skills and rebuilding consistency through daily training sessions.

Included:

Room & board, daily exercise and personal one-on-one training.

Note:

Required food, vaccinations, heartworm preventative and parasite control are at the owner’s expense; any needed vet care is at the owner’s expense including trip charges. We will require any puppy over the age of 7 months, and not in a breeding program, to be spayed or neutered before entering our training programs. Any poodle mix dog needs to be cut short before entering our programs. This includes, but not limited to, labradoodle, goldendoodle, aussiedoodle, berniedoodle, borderdoodle, etc

In-Kennel Training Contract

PLAN A: Basic Obedience

AKC S.T.A.R. Program
$2,000 per 30-day in-kennel training program

Plan A is a 30-day in-kennel program geared around the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy® Program. Once your pup has completed this, he will not only be able to pass the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy® Program test but he will also understand the following commands on leash: SIT, COME, STAY, DOWN, BED, NO, HEELING and crate training, etc. If your dog is starting at the Basic Obedience Level they will learn all of the above commands on leash, which will enable them to smoothly transition to off-leash commands in Intermediate Obedience.

Our 30-Day Basic Obedience Program is designed around your dog and the goals you have at home. Whether you’re dealing with jumping, pulling on the leash, not coming when called, or just want a well-mannered companion, we tailor the training to fit your needs.

All training starts on leash so your dog can build a strong foundation and clearly understand what is being asked of them. Throughout the program, your dog will learn commands such as COME, SIT, STAY, PLACE/BED, NO, and HEEL, along with crate training, good manners, and everyday household expectations. As your dog progresses, we also begin working toward off-leash reliability whenever possible.

At the end of the 30 days, we’ll spend one-on-one time with you and your dog, showing you everything they’ve learned and making sure you feel confident continuing their training at home. We want both you and your dog set up for success. An in-home follow-up session can also be scheduled after the recommended two-week transition period.

Included:

Room & Board, daily exercise, and personal one-on-one training.

Note:

Required food, vaccinations, heartworm preventative & parasite control are at owner’s expense; any needed vet care is at owner’s expense including trip charge.

TEST ITEMS AND PLEDGE

A key component of the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy® Program is a responsible owner. Our Canine Good Citizen® Responsible Dog Owner’s Pledge is for the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy® Program too. Responsibility should start the moment you decide to add a new dog or puppy to your family.

AKC CGC℠ RESPONSIBLE DOG OWNER’S PLEDGE

In-Kennel Training Contract

20 STEPS TO SUCCESS:

THE AKC S.T.A.R. PUPPY® TEST

S ocialization
T raining
A ctivity
R esponsibility

PUPPY BEHAVIORS:

Free of aggression toward people
Free of aggression toward other puppies in class
Tolerates collar or body harness of owner’s choice
Owner can hug or hold puppy (depending on size)
Puppy allows owner to take away a treat or toy

PRE-CANINE GOOD CITIZEN® TEST BEHAVIORS:

Allows (in any position) petting by a person other than the owner Grooming-allows owner handling and brief exam (ears, feet)
Walks on a leash-follows owner on lead in a straight line (15 steps)
Walks by other people-walks on leash past other people 5-ft. away
Sits on command- owner may use a food lure
Down on command-owner may use a food lure
Comes to owner from 5-ft. away when name is called
Reaction to distractions-distractions are presented 15-ft. away
Stay on leash with another person (owner walks 10 steps and returns)

PLAN B: Advanced Obedience

AKC Canine Good Citizen® Program
$4,000 per 60-day in-kennel training program

Our 60-Day Intermediate Obedience Program takes everything learned in the first 30 days and builds it into reliable, real-world obedience. This program is perfect for owners who want more consistency, better focus around distractions, and the freedom that comes with dependable off-leash control.

Your dog will continue strengthening commands such as COME, SIT, STAY, PLACE/BED, NO, and HEEL while progressing from on-leash work to off-leash reliability. We focus on creating clear communication, confidence, and consistency so your dog understands how to respond whether at home, on walks, or in more distracting environments. Crate training, manners, and any specific goals you have for your dog will continue to be reinforced throughout the program.

For clients who are interested, we also offer e-collar training as a communication tool to help achieve a higher level of off-leash reliability and freedom. Many of our clients describe this program as life-changing because it allows them to enjoy more activities with their dog while feeling confident in their dog’s responsiveness.

At the end of the 60 days, we’ll spend one-on-one time with you and your dog, showing you everything they’ve learned and making sure you feel comfortable continuing the training at home. An in-home follow-up session can also be scheduled after the recommended two-week transition perio

Included:

Room & Board, daily exercise and personal one-on-one training.

Note:

Required food, vaccinations, heartworm preventative & parasite control are at owner’s expense; any needed vet care is at owner’s expense including trip charge.

AKC Canine Good Citizen® Program – Skills Testing (click the link to see skills tested)

In-Kennel Training Contract

Note: Your canine is not required to have gone through our specific training programs; however, we reserve the right to inform after consultation which Program would best fit your canine.

What people are saying…

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“We sent 2 very spoiled vizslas to Georgeanne and her team at RW training kennel for basic and advanced obedience. Our boys were rambunctious, disobedient and undisciplined. The boys we got back are so polite, well mannered and respectful … The kennel is meticulously maintained and I never once had to worry that our dogs were not getting love or attention… The very best part is the time she takes to ensure you are trained and confident to maintain the training when you get home. You really leave feeling like you have the tools to make this a permanent change. We had such a positive experience and are so happy that we invested in our dogs! ”

Katie Taylor Bradley

“My sweet fur boy, Fenway has changed for the better thanks to Georgeanne and her awesome staff! Words can not express how thankful I am for the training he received. The facility was immaculately clean and Georgeanne and staff welcomed my family in with open arms and loved our golden doodle as much or more as we did! Since training we have boarded Fen there, and again, I am so thankful to have a 5 star place to take my fur boy too! I would recommend the training and boarding to anyone!