If you have any questions, you can reach me at:
Prairiedogfargotraining@gmail.com or
701-356-5353
About Our Trainer
Hello, my name is Sydney! I am the balanced dog trainer here at Prairie Dog! I graduated from NDSU with a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, have been involved in the dog industry since 2015, and have been training since 2018! I have shadowed, mentored, and worked under several balanced trainers in these years. I focus on getting as much hands-on experience as possible. In my spare time, I continue to research, read, and attend seminars and programs to keep up with my education. My true passion is helping owners and their dogs create a healthy relationship. I would love the opportunity to be a part of your dog and your learning and growing together!
Additional Experience
- Member of the IACP
- Personal Dog Titles: CGC, RN
- Train the Trainer 1.0 with MethodK9
- Seminars & Programs Attended: Michael Ellis, Jonathan Katz, Robin MacFarlane, Michael Graham, Shadow Program at Boss K9, IACP Conference 2023
Programs
Important:
- All programs are day training, where dogs are dropped off in the morning (7:00 AM–8:00 AM) and picked up in the evening (4:00 PM–5:00 PM).
- Programs are not suitable for severe aggression or severe anxiety cases
- Owners are educated, coached, and provided with all information to continue the training at home with private lessons throughout the program. Owners must be willing to put in the work and be consistent at home to keep their dog successful!
- All packages are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Requirements:
- Evaluation
- Training Form
- Proof of Vaccinations
Duration: 30 Minutes
Where our trainer will meet with you and your dog to discuss your training goals and to go over which program option would fit best.
Duration: 1 Hour, Weekly, Variable
Where our trainer will meet with you and your dog privately for one hour to teach you how to train and work with your dog at home.
Duration: 5 Days
This is an introduction program where our trainer will work on exposure/socialization, kennel training, and an introduction to leash work, sit, down, and come on leash. Our trainer will also be meeting with you at the end of the program to provide you with the knowledge and skills to continue the training at home.
Included with Program
1 Private “Go Home” Lesson
Long Leash
Martingale Collar
Informational Booklet
A Nail Trim
1 Optional Follow-Up Lesson
Duration: 13 Days
This program is where our trainer starts a solid foundation of the commands sit(stay), down(stay), heel, place, and come all on-leash. Our trainer will also be meeting with you 3 times throughout the program to provide you with the knowledge and skills to continue the training at home.
Included with Program
3 Private “Go Home” Lessons
Pinch Collar
Leash
Informational Booklet
1 Optional Follow-Up Lesson
*Program also helps with jumping, pulling on a leash, over excitement and mild reactivity
Duration: 10 Days
This program is where our trainer will be introducing the E-Collar and working on all the commands your dog has learned in the On Leash Program, and will now be transitioning those commands to off-leash. Our trainer will also be meeting with you 2 times throughout the program to provide you with the knowledge and skills to continue the training at home.
Included with Program
2 private “Go Home” lessons
E-Collar
Slip Leash
Informational Booklet
2 Optional Follow-Up Lessons
*E-collar is not included, but will be available for purchase
Each program will be individually scheduled within a 6-month time frame.
Program Consists of: The Puppy Program, On-Leash Program, & Off-Leash Program. | Each program will be individually scheduled within a 6-month time frame. Our trainer will also be meeting with you 6 times throughout the program to provide you with the knowledge and skills to continue the training at home.
Included with Program
6 Private “Go Home” Lessons
Martingale Collar
Long Leash
Pinch Collar
Leash
Slip Leash
E-Collar
3 Informational Booklets
4 Optional Follow-Up Lessons
Duration: Varies
A custom day training program based on you and your dogs’ training goals. This typically focuses on 1-3 skills/commands. Our trainer will also be meeting with you for private lesson(s) to provide you with the knowledge and skills to continue the training at home.
Grooming Custom Program now available within the Custom Program
Included with Program
1-3 Private “Go Home” Lessons
1 Informational Booklet
1 Optional Follow-Up Lesson
Duration: 3 Days
A program ensuring your dog is properly introduced, trained, and comfortable on the treadmill, including 3 treadmill sessions each day.
Duration: 1 Days
1 day consisting of 3 treadmill sessions varying from 10-20 minutes each.
Duration: Add-On
1 15-20 minute session added on to another service such as daycare, boarding, grooming.
Continuing Education for Graduates
Refreshers
Program Graduates ONLY
- Focusing on specific problems the dog and owner are struggling with, learning something new, enrichment activities, or just a refresher of their skills.
Duration: 1 Day Training Day
A day training day spent working on behaviors and obedience in public, including businesses and parks. Offered on random set days throughout the year.
Duration: 1 Hour
Monthly drop-in group classes for graduates working on their obedience with distractions, building confidence, working on real-world scenarios, and improving owners’ handling skills.
Duration: 6 1-hour classes with 1 test day
Group class of 5 on leash program graduates meeting once a week, preparing for the CGC Test. On the 7th week, you and your dog will take the test. If your dog passes, your dog will receive a CGC ribbon. All information about the test can be found at this link.
*Class is only offered at certain times of the year*
