Striving to create a relationship based on mutual respect and trust
Our training methodology was born out of a need for a better way to communicate with our dogs.
We believe that first we have to see the dog and meet them where they are before learning can occur.
Our methods are based on respect and kindness along with fair and clear expectations.
We use science based, positive reinforcement methods understanding that dogs need clear, consistent information presented in a way that makes sense to them.
Our goal is to help clients understand how to create environments that encourage our dogs to make the choices we want, choices we can then reward.
We never want the dog to question our intentions and we strive to build a strong connection built on trust.
Are you are struggling with the relationship you currently have with your dog? We can help.
Are you are searching for safe and fun activities you can do with your dog? We've got those too.
We offer both group and private lessons. Reach out if you are unsure which option is best for you and your dog.
Our Training Philosophy
Keep it Simple
We focus on what we want our dogs to do rather than what we don't like about their behavior.
We do not use shouting, fear or intimidation methods in our training.
We do not use painful, frightening or confusing tools including shock collars, noise aversives, choke chains, squirt bottles or leash/collar corrections.
We believe in asking for what a dog can do and setting them up to make correct choices, rather than focusing on correcting unwanted behaviors.
We strive to set up the learning process to allow the dog to choose to be right.
Training should be fun for both ends of the leash. It's important that both you and your dog look forward to and enjoy working together.
Our goal is to teach the dog to look to us for information and permission when unsure of what to do in any situation.
This philosophy is used to help the dog to learn to connect with their handler creating a mutually respectful relationship.
TRAINING OPTIONS
Eastern Sierra Dog Sports provides group classes in Mammoth Lakes, Crowley and Bishop. We offer private consultations throughout the Eastern Sierra within 90 minutes of Mammoth Lakes. We love to work with both puppies and adult dogs. All dogs are welcome from those boisterous adolescents, dogs with reactivity and the cautious, shy or fearful pup. We have a place for everyone and strive to keep both humans and pups feeling safe and secure.
Our puppy classes fill quickly, so even before you bring that cute bundle of fluff home reach out to reserve your place in the next class. We want to be sure we have a place for you and your puppy. All of our group classes have limited enrollment to provide both a safe environment and time for one-on-one attention.
Not all dogs are suited for group lessons and some humans schedules or concerns make one on one meetings ideal. We offer an initial behavior assessment of your dog with follow up options available as an alternative or in addition to our group classes.
LET US HELP YOU
LEARN TO SPEAK DOG!
No matter what option you choose, group or private, our goal is to provide you with the skills you need to communicate what you want clearly to your dog in a way that is easy for them to understand. The focus of all of our programs is to help you develop a happy, well behaved dog who is eager to work with you, a joy to be with and a welcome family member.