We know how much you love your dog. But are these common challenges making life difficult?

• Constant barking?
• Leash pulling?
• Jumping on guests?
• House soiling?
• Anxiety or fear?

These issues can disrupt your family life and prevent you from fully enjoying your dog's companionship. We understand. Discover compassionate, effective training to create a harmonious home with your furry friend.

Imagine a connection with your dog so strong, you feel like a true team:

• Walks are peaceful and enjoyable.
• Your dog is calm and well-mannered at home and on adventures.
• You have a deeper, more fulfilling bond with your dog.
• Your family enjoys a harmonious and relaxed environment.

That's what we build at The Duncan School. We understand the frustration of feeling disconnected from your dog, like you're missing that crucial link.

One-on-One Training Sessions are held in a relaxed, residential facility in Cartersville. We focus on building mutual focus and trust through fun, engaging games and confidence-building exercises.

Step-by-Step Guidance: During each hour-long session, I'll demonstrate and explain the commands for the week, then guide you as you practice with your dog using positive reinforcement and confident communication. I'll send you home with clear, easy-to-follow homework, because consistent practice is the key to unlocking your dog's full potential.

Homework and Practice: We'll celebrate your progress, review your week, and build on your success. With dedication, at-home practice, and positive teamwork, you'll see tangible results week after week.

I am here to help you turn frustration into connection, and confusion into clarity. Let's build that amazing team you have always wanted

Training Days are Monday-Friday.

In our 6-week Obedience Level 1 course, your dog (ages 12 weeks and up, 3 rounds of shots minimum) will learn essential skills, including:

• Building Focus and Connection: Name recognition, touch, and focus exercises.
• Essential Commands: Sit, down, stay, come (from 6 feet), and leave it.
• Everyday Skills: Leash walking, handling (touching, petting, grooming), and supervised separation.

Invest in Your Dog's Future:

• 6 hours of personalized training, divided into 6 weekly lessons.
• Course Length: 6 weeks.
• Tuition: $450 per dog.

Don't let frustration and miscommunication stand between you and your dog. Secure your spot today and begin your journey to a happier, more fulfilling relationship.

Ready to transform your well-behaved companion into a confident and adaptable partner? Our Obedience Level 2 course builds upon the strong foundation of Level 1, taking your dog's skills to an intermediate level and preparing them for real-world challenges.

I understand that you want a dog who is not only obedient at home but also confident and well-mannered in various environments. That's why I've designed Level 2 to include exciting field trips, allowing you and your dog to practice your skills in real-life settings.

In this 6-week Obedience Level 2 course, we'll refine and expand upon your dog's existing skills, focusing on:

• Refined Obedience: Refreshing Level 1 cues and mastering advanced commands like "front."
• Increased Distance and Duration: Sit/stay and down/stay at 20 feet.
• Practical Skills: Tuck under table/legs, supervised separation, and standing for petting/inspection.
• Social Confidence: Greeting friendly strangers and navigating crowds.
• Real-World Adaptability: Reaction to distractions and other dogs, heel at different walking speeds, and loose leash heel.

Invest in Advanced Obedience:

• 6 hours of dynamic training, including field trips, divided into 6 weekly lessons.
• Course Length: 6 weeks.
• Tuition: $450 per dog.
• Classes are held at my residential facility and various locations.

Elevate your dog's obedience and strengthen your bond. Secure your spot in Obedience Level 2 and experience the joy of a truly adaptable and confident companion.

You love your dog and have built a strong foundation of basic obedience, but you are stuck in the frustrating gap where reliability vanishes the moment the leash comes off or real-world distractions appear. Traditional training leaves you dependent on a short tether, where standard communication breaks down the second distance is introduced. I am here to help you bridge that gap safely with decades of professional expertise and a proven, step-by-step roadmap. Through my guidance, you will master the 20-foot long line, introduce modern e-collar communication, and layer in high-level distractions. Ultimately, you will gain the peace of mind, ultimate freedom, and unbreakable reliability you and your dog deserve anywhere you go.

• The 20-Foot Long Line. I will teach you how to build absolute, flawless reliability for all known obedience commands at a distance using a 20-foot long line, ensuring safety while expanding boundaries.

• Modern Communication Integration. I will introduce you to using low-level, properly conditioned e-pager communication to ensure a seamless, tap-of-a-button safety net that bridges the distance gap. The use of e-pager is a very light, pressure like sensation paired with positive reinforcement to create an invisible "leash" security net. It's lighter feeling than what a tugged-on flat collar feels like. 

• Advanced Degree of Difficulty. I will help you systematically layer environmental distractions, high-stakes triggers, and increased duration/distance into familiar skills so your dog responds identically everywhere.

Invest in Confidence:

• 12 hours of immersive training, divided into 12 weekly lessons.
• Course Length: 12 weeks
• Tuition: $1,150 per dog - includes E-Pager from Mini Educator
• Classes are held at my residential facility and various locations.

Mini Educator E-Collar FAQincluded with the tuition, no need to by separately. 

You have put in the dedication and mastered the long line, but that lingering fear of the unknown still holds you back from experiencing true off-leash freedom. Even with a solid foundation, the complete removal of the tether introduces terrifying vulnerabilities like unpredictable wildlife and sudden triggers that can shatter your confidence. You are tired of second-guessing your dog's reliability and want to step out into the open world with absolute, unwavering trust. As your guide, I know the exact mental shift it takes to transition from controlled training to total off-leash liberation. With my decades of professional expertise, I will help you cross that final bridge so you can enjoy bulletproof control and complete peace of mind.

• The Leash Drop. I will guide you through the strategic transition of dropping the training line in increasingly challenging environments while maintaining 100% accountability.

• High-Stakes Proofing. I will help you master emergency recalls, distance commands, and impulse control around high-drive environmental distractions.

• Total Real-World Integration. I will coach you on how to handle real-life scenarios with absolute confidence, turning off-leash freedom into your everyday reality.

Invest in Confidence:

• 6 hours of immersive training, divided into 6 weekly lessons.
• Course Length: 6 weeks.
• Tuition: $450 per dog
• Classes are held at my residential facility and various locations.

Levels 3 & 4 Required, Mini Educator Collar Required

You fell in love with your Doodle's playful spirit and cuddly charm. But are unexpected challenges like excessive nipping, jumping, or hyperactivity overshadowing the joy of your relationship? You're not alone. Many Doodle owners face these frustrations, and sadly, without the right guidance, these issues can lead to heartbreaking outcomes.

We understand the unique needs of Doodles. Their intelligence and energy require specialized training to thrive. That's why we created the Doodle Program: a personalized, one-on-one training experience designed to transform your Doodle into the well-behaved companion you dreamed of.

Our program goes beyond basic obedience. We'll teach you proven solutions to address those challenging behaviors, creating a structured and positive environment for your Doodle to flourish.

Here's how we'll help you:

• Personalized Attention: One-on-one private lessons tailored to your Doodle's specific needs.
• Real-World Training: We begin in our classroom and progress to exciting "field trips" at pet-friendly locations, ensuring your Doodle is prepared for any environment.
• Master Essential Skills: You and your Doodle will learn practical skills for a lifetime of happy companionship.
• Prevent Heartbreak: We give you the tools to prevent your Doodle from being rehomed, surrendered, or abandoned.

Imagine a life where your Doodle is calm, confident, and a joy to be around. Let us help you unlock their full potential and create the loving, harmonious relationship you both deserve.

Contact us today to learn more about the Doodle Program and start your journey to a happier, more fulfilling life with your furry friend.

Imagine a life where your Doodle is calm, responsive, and a joy to be around, both at home and in the world. Our 12-week Doodle Program is designed to equip you and your furry friend with the skills and knowledge needed for a lifetime of harmonious companionship.

We understand that Doodles have unique needs, and we've crafted a comprehensive curriculum to address them all. We'll guide you through every step, from foundational obedience to advanced social skills, ensuring your Doodle thrives in any environment.

Building a Strong Foundation:

• Unwavering Focus: Mastering essential commands like focus, touch, place, sit, down, stay, and recall, even from a distance.
• Reliable Recall: Teaching your dog to come to you from any distance.
• Perfect Leash Manners: Walking calmly on a loose leash, with precise directional commands.
• Advanced Commands: Mastering come left, come right, come front, come finish, come next, and post.
• Building Trust: Lead and follow exercises to deepen your bond.

Navigating the Real World:

• Public Confidence: Walking politely through pet-friendly stores and navigating crowded spaces.
• Calm and Composed: Practicing "tuck" and remaining focused through distractions.
• Social Harmony: Socialization with other dogs and people, and preventing jumping and nipping.
• Urban Readiness: Learning to navigate cars, doorways, and other real life situations.

Creating a Happy Home:

• House-Training Success: Customized schedules and crate training.
• Stress-Free Travel: Car sickness prevention tips and safe loading/unloading.
• Preventing Door Dashing: Training to prevent rushing out the door.
• Responsible Ownership: Learning clear communication, reading body language, and using gear and tools effectively.
• Bonding and Understanding: Strengthening your bond with your puppy through consistent training and patience.
• Health and Well-being: Appropriate toy and chew suggestions, safety tips, and grooming advice to avoid the dreaded "shaved Doodle" look.

Celebrate Your Success:

• Course Length: 12 Weeks.
• Graduation Tests: AKC STAR Puppy & AKC Canine Good Citizen certifications included.
• Tuition: $2,000

Invest in your Doodle's future and your peace of mind. Contact us today to learn more and begin your journey to a happier, more fulfilling life together.