Leash Reactivity
Help for dogs who bark, lunge or growl when on leash
Do you have the best version of your best friend until you snap the leash on?
Does taking a stroll through downtown seem like a distant dream because of your dog’s out of control outbursts when on leash?
If you’ve joined the Midnight Dog Walkers’ Club because your dog barks or lunges at other dogs,
Barkitects Dog Training CAN help.
“Lorrie did what previous trainers failed to do...understand the "why" of our dog’s behavior. We learned how to read cues and body language and how to build a healthy and trusting relationship with our dog, Jolene. Our family now uses positive reinforcement-no more prong collars and shock collars as previously recommended. Our pit bull's "socially inexperienced" behavior is now being shaped and she is much less reactive. Turns out you can teach an old dog new tricks!”
-Liz H & Jolene
You’re not alone.
Long Island’s suburbs can leave you and your sidekick both overwhelmed and frustrated. Maybe you are missing out on doing fun things together or worried about safety,
Barkitects can help you manage your dog out in the world and teach them to be calm and more comfortable around their triggers. Whether there was a traumatic incident or your dog just likes to bring the party with them, there is hope for a better life.
Not only does Barkitects have a decade of experience working with clients’ reactive dogs but living it with their own. Barkitects knows what it is like going through the ups and downs of behavior problems and the relief of coming out the other side.
How training with Barkitects works
Step 1: Initial Consultation
Are you ready for the whispers to go from “who’s walking who?!” to “I wish my dog was as good as yours!”
Every owner and their sidekick start with a 90 minute consultation. You’ll understand why your dog is acting this way, assess his motivation and how to best support him. A management plan to prevent the behavior from worsening will be laid out and a training plan is formed to get you and your dog will get back out in the world enjoying yourselves. Long term training options are discussed and recommended based on YOUR needs. $325
Step 2: Pick your training option
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For the busiest of pet parents! Short on time or feeling overwhelmed at the thought of a big behavior modification plan? Have the heavy lifting done for you by an expert behavior consultant.
The trainer visits your dog 3-5 times per week for training and socialization trips. Every 7-10 days, you have a lesson to learn how to use your dog’s new found skills.
This is the best way to ensure your dog’s plan is tweaked often for the fastest progress while you are working and living your life!
Pricing is based on length of program and days per week. A “3+1” 4 week program is $3440+tax. For more information and the details, visit the Day School page.
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You and your dog learn together! Weekly lessons are in the convenience of your home initially for building skills then out in public to work on calm behavior around their triggers. Not only will you take your walks back, but the relationship you dream of having with your dog!
Lessons are done in packages to keep you on track.
5 Lesson package -$900+tax
8 Lesson package - $1400+tax
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Day school is great for time-crunched clients, those who need faster progress or those overwhelmed by their dog who want an expert handling the behavior modification.
One-on-One is great for dog owners who enjoy working with their dog learning new things together.
Contact Barkitects today to discuss your goals and preferences to get help deciding.
Step 3: Get back to enjoying the world with your best friend
Why choose Barkitects Dog Training
Expert Behavior Consultant & Dog Trainer
“Training” and “Behavior Modification” aren’t one in the same. Often, advice suggests masking an emotional issue with obedience; but it falls apart under pressure. Have an expert with 12+ years experience help your dog overcome her fears and frustrations.
Customized behavior plan
Barkitects will evaluate where your dog’s behavior is stemming from, find out what your end goals are and then personalized a training plan to get you back out into the world safely.
“Done for you” training options.
Behavior change can be tedious and frustrating for the humans. Letting the expert do the heavy lifting can allow for faster progress and less stress for you and your pup. Day School gets you faster results that will stick!
Positive reinforcement based methods
Effective, dog-friendly, reward based techniques allow you to motivate your dog into doing what you want. Training, play and kindly enforced boundaries allow you to build a relationship and provide leadership worth following. No yelling or yanking required!
The Details
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During the Consultation, we will:
• Discuss ways to stop the behavior from worsening immediately.
• Evaluate your dog’s temperament.
• Assess the origins and severity of the behavior.
• Address how to start changing the dog’s feelings and behaviors around the trigger(s).
• Discuss safety precautions.
• Cover canine body language education
•Review long term training options and which will best suit you and your dog.
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All the hard work! Day School allows Barkitects to do a good chunk of the work for you. Training skills will be taught, as well as reactivity set ups done. Each client will receive a customized plan depending on the issues at hand and the dog’s training history.
Training skills most often worked on:
• Loose Leash Walking
•Attention and focus
•Management skills to help you get out of dodge
•Impulse Control
Reactivity Set ups include:
• Determining threshold
• Counter conditioning/Desensitization
More information about Day School can be found here.
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Training skills are taught and reactivity set ups are done. Each client will receive a customized plan depending on the issues and training history.
Training skills often worked on:
• Loose Leash Walking
• Management skills to help you get out of dodge
• Impulse Control
Reactivity Set ups include:
• Determining threshold
• Owner decision making skills
• Counter conditioning
• Desensitization
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Because of the intensity and time commitment for day school, a smaller service radius is offered. Day School cases are taken primarily during business hours from Syosset to Smithtown, north of the LIE; in addition to areas along the Sagtikos Parkway. Please inquire to find out if service in your area is available.
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Day School is owner absent lessons 3-5 days per week ( approximately 1 hour each). Every 7-10 days, an owner transfer lesson is scheduled to allow you to learn how to handle you dog and maintain all the progress. Most cases are 3-6 weeks long. Follow up lessons are included and scheduled for the weeks following the conclusion of the Day School program.
One-on-One lessons are approximately 1 hour in length. Initially, lessons are weekly for a minimum of 4 weeks to get training skills in place. From there, lessons will continue at weekly or biweekly. Lessons are usually done over the course of 3-4 months, in packages to keep you on track.
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At Barkitects, the behavior change process is rooted in behavior modification. Counter conditioning and desensitization are most often implemented, in addition to training skills through motivational training. You will not find choke, prong, or e-collars in our program.
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The Leash Reactivity Consultation cost is $325.
One-on-one packages are discounted from the hourly rate of $200/session+ tax. Private lessons are done in packages to keep you on track, making progress towards your. goals and ensuring that protocols are being implemented in best practice.
5 Lesson package -$900+tax
8 Lesson package - $1400+tax
For more information on Day School packages and pricing, please check out the Day School page.
Travel fees may be incurred.
