Behavior Modification

Behavior Modification Training For Dogs, Rated #1 in Ohio!

Ridgeside K9 Ohio offers professional behavior modification training for dogs. Our experienced dog trainers are here to help you address any behavioral issues your pup might be having, such as aggression, separation anxiety, fearfulness, destructive behaviors, and more. Behavior modification training for dogs at Ridgeside K9 Ohio involves a tailored approach to understanding the root cause of your pet’s unwanted behaviors. Our training not only improves the behaviors but also strengthens the bond between you and your pet, leading to a more harmonious coexistence. See our program details below to learn more about our pricing for both puppies and adults. Should you have any questions call us today or complete the form on this page to have one of our trainers contact you back.

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If you are located in Akron,  Canton, Cleveland, or the surrounding area and are in need of getting your dog or pup professionally trained contact us below.

Our Behavior Modification Programs

UPON COMPLETION OF ANY TRAINING PACKAGE: We will have a 2-3-hour lesson with you, this will include: Learning how and when to use your e collar. Learning about motivations and rewards, learning and giving new commands and communicating with clarity, correcting unwanted behaviors, reinforcing and rewarding desired behaviors and learning how to stay in control. 

This is a 3-4 Week Board and Train Program to cover any additional issues outside of basic off leash obedience and manners. For example: Crate Anxiety, Separation Anxiety and General Anxiety. As well as reactivity, in any form. The minimum time for this program is 3 weeks, if an additional week is needed this will be communicated and scheduled with you at no extra cost.  Updates are provided to you every 2-3 days via a shared photo album.These will consist of pictures, videos and conversations with your trainer. 
 
This is an E-Collar tand prong collar training course. Once your dog has an understanding of the obedience commands, they will be properly and gradually introduced and trained in understanding of the E-Collars Tone, Stim, and vibrate. 
 
During these weeks in training your dog will live and learn with their assigned trainer. All obedience commands will be taught in the first week (Come, sit, place, down, stay, heel, proper manners)  to help aid in the success of the additional behavioral issues in the following weeks. It’s important to note that not all dogs have the ability to be socially sound, and may need consistent management in order to successfully navigate life
 
On the last day of training you will have a “go home” lesson. This is about 3 hours of human training in your home to ensure your dog has the best transition from trainer to owner. This lesson also fully educates the owner on the best practices to keep their dogs training sharp.
This is a 2- Week Board and Train Program for dogs over 6 months old with little to mild behavioral issues. During this time your dog will learn “Come” -on and off leash, “Sit”, “Down”, “Place”, “Stay”, “Heel” and general manners. Manners can include but are not limited to: Counter Surfing, Chewing Furniture, Getting in the Trash, Jumping, Excessive Barking and more.  Updates are provided to you every 2-3 days in a shared photo album. These will consist of pictures, videos and conversations with your trainer.
 
This is an E-Collar and prong collar training course. Once your dog has an understanding of the obedience commands, they will be properly and gradually introduced and trained in understanding of the E-Collars Tone, Stim, and Vibrate functions.
 
On the last day of training you will have a “go home” lesson. This is about 3 hours of human training in your home to ensure your dog has the best transition from trainer to owner. This lesson also fully educates the owner on the best practices to keep their dogs training sharp.