About
Welcome to Coolabah Dog Training
Here at Coolabah Dog Training, we welcome all breeds, sizes and ages. We focus on modern fear free training methods with loads of positive reinforcement.
Positive reinforcement is extremely effective in encouraging the behaviours we want to see in a dog. It can be more effective longterm as learning accompanied with positive feelings and associations is more likely to be remembered.
We believe that training must always be respectful, kind and fair to each individual dog and owner to set both up for success.
At Coolabah Dog Training, we encourage and assist dog owners to build and maintain a strong bond with their dog(s) that is based on trust.
We are helping people and dogs in Vista, Oceanside, San Marcos, Carlsbad and Encinitas.
About the trainer
Hi!
I’m Tessy. I always had a genuine passion for all animals, especially dogs. I grew up with Elvis, the Rottweiler and Barry, the little Dachshund Mix, along with several cats, hamsters, birds and guinea pigs.
My husband Mike and I share our house with Luna, a beautiful 13 year old brindle Pit Mix, and Tux, a wild but adorable mix of Rottweiler, Great Dane, Pit and traces of Husky. He turned into a little bit of a troublemaker and became very hard to handle around other dogs, so we started to work with the wonderful Lindsey, a fellow dog trainer who inspired me to follow my passion and become a dog trainer myself.
I am a strong advocate for force and fear free training methods.
In my free time I can be found at a local Animal Shelter volunteering or spending time with my husband and dogs.
Services
Private Training Sessions
We help with:
- Puppies, covering socialization, housetraining, crate training, biting, chewing, leash training, basic obedience and more.
- Obedience training for all breeds, sizes and ages.
- We assist with issues such as leash pulling, jumping, digging, barking, destructive behaviour and more.
All private In-Home training sessions will begin with an assessment where we will take a look at your dogs current behaviour and the challenges you face. We will then create a plan tailored to you and your dog to help you reach your training goals. We will also provide you with some steps you can take immediately to see a positive change in behaviour.
1x 1 hour session: $ 135
4x 1 hour sessions: $ 525
8x 1 hour sessions: $ 1026
12x 1 hour sessions: $ 1490
Walk & Train Mondays - Fridays
This is a great option for people with a busy schedule that want their dogs to learn the basics such as: Sit, Wait, Stay, Recall and polite leash walking. This program can also be tailored to help your dog to become less reactive or fearful to certain triggers such as dogs, strangers, cars, bicycles etc. approaching when out on a walk. We pick up your dog and provide an hour of exercise, mental stimulation and training during a walk around your neighbourhood or nearby parks. Owners are required to meet once a week for a 30 Minute summary and transfer lesson, if booking multiple Walk & Train sessions per week. We will provide a training summary, follow up instructions, valuable handouts etc. after Walk & Train sessions. Please don’t hesitate to contact us for more details.
- 1 Walk & Train visit per week - $ 100
- 2 Walk & Train visits per week - $ 200
- 3 Walk & Train visits per week - $ 300
- 4 Walk & Train visits per week - $ 400
- 5 Walk & Train visits per week - $ 500
4-Week Walk & Train Program Mondays - Fridays
Ideal for teaching the basics and polite leash walking.
Daily visit for 5-days, 60 minute sessions, including weekly 30 minute summary/transfer session.
- 4 week Walk & Train program - $ 1600
Contact Us
We love helping people and their dogs.
Please feel free to contact us right here on our site.
You can also call or e-mail us. We will be getting back to you as
soon as possible.
We are serving Vista, Oceanside, San Marcos, Carlsbad and Encinitas.
Ph: (442) 216 5866
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