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Unleash your K9's full potential
Unlock your K9's full potential with my free dog training program held daily at 4:00 PM in Aurantia park in Highland, CA.
Why Payne's K9 - Training Philosophy - Equipment
Experience
With over a decade of experience in the dog training industry, I have helped hundreds of dogs and their owners form stronger bonds through my positive reinforcement training regimen for basic through highly advanced obedience work. I do not charge (ever) because the need for superior dog training is quite high and people simply cannot afford what trainers are charging for minimal short term results combined with over promising. My program is not easy nor is it short as excellence does not come quickly or easily. It is also physically demanding. You need to be fully dedicated to your beloved K9 and willing to put in the time. Each lesson is 45 to 60 mins long. I am transitioning YOU from being a dog owner to a K9 handler. You will handle your K9 at all times as I take the leash only to demonstrate or refine your technique. Lastly know that this is a commitment to your K9's health and well being and they are completely dependent on you and your dedication.
Training Philosophy
There are three key elements: Patience, consistency and repetition. Positive training constitutes reward and reinforcement of desired behaviors and preventing undesired behaviors through appropriate direction and redirection. Pressure (social and physical) is used only when a behavior manifests that is undesirable or presents a hazard. Each K9 is unique and presents its own challenges and thus modification to the techniques used. There is no one right way to train a K9.
Equipment
- A sturdy collar appropriate to the size of the K9. No studded collars or chain collars. Please do not purchase a prong collar or e-collar in advance as I need to assess if it would be of benefit to your dog and I instruct you on its use. Equipment is only an aid. The key is the relationship between you and your K9.
- Both a 6 ft and a 2 ft leash. Optionally a 30+ ft long leash.
- A treat pouch (full of treats initially - yes fill it) and a water bowl.
- Current on all vaccinations is a given. Does your K9 have a favorite toy/ball? Bring it as well.
- A properly fitting muzzle IF your K9 has a bite or aggression history.
What your k9 will learn
Simple Training Phases: Teaching Complex Tasks
- Assessment: In our first session I'll evaluate your K9 and we'll discuss your K9's specific issues and history, your goals, equipment needs, feeding, exercise and lay out a training plan. The time investment in your relationship with your K9 is quite high and there are no shortcuts. I teach in three phases:
- Phase 1: Basics - making you the most interesting thing in your K9's world. Sit, down, stay, come, enter, load up, out, give, take, leave it, stop, go, place, heel, ignore, look. All on leash. This is foundational to all that follows. Plan on 12-14 45 min sessions. I train in German but any language you prefer will do fine. I prefer not using English so others cannot get my K9's attention.
- Phase 2: Training in the basics from a short distance "off leash" and with real world distractions. We pick up the pace and start combining tasks in rapid succession. Plan on 10-12 45 min sessions.
- Phase 3: Advanced - commanding your K9 off leash in all the basics, at a distance with hand signals and facing away from your K9 both by voice and hand signals. Plan on 20-30 45 min sessions.
- Homework: Every session builds on the previous one and homework exercises are essential. Your K9 will tell me if they haven't been made to do the homework as they cannot lie. :)
Products I use - available on AMAZON
Dehydrator
Herm Sprenger Prong Collar
2Ft Traffic Leash
This unit has served me well and dehydrates treat meat in about 3 hours.
2Ft Traffic Leash
Herm Sprenger Prong Collar
2Ft Traffic Leash
Coastal is the manufacturer. They also make a 6ft leash.
Herm Sprenger Prong Collar
Herm Sprenger Prong Collar
Herm Sprenger Prong Collar
If I recommend you acquire a prong collar this is the only brand I accept. The size will vary of course and it must have the buckle for quick release. *** The use of this collar requires training and is NOT a control tool for an otherwise untrained K9.
Treat/bag pouch
Training Treat Kibble Alternative
Herm Sprenger Prong Collar
Has a belt clip and the waist strap. It also has the front pouch for poop bags. This has lasted years with no signs of wear.
Water Bowl
Training Treat Kibble Alternative
Training Treat Kibble Alternative
Easy to clean and has lasted years.
Training Treat Kibble Alternative
Training Treat Kibble Alternative
Training Treat Kibble Alternative
I feed a raw food diet as a staple (see me for my formulation) as I don't trust ANY bagged dog food as a staple. I find the vast majority of K9s love Royal Canin it as it is very aromatic.
High Value Training Treat
High Value Training Treat
High Value Training Treat
I dehydrate this meat and cut it into 1/2 inch squares. Any thin cut/low fat meat will suffice. Costco and Walmart are my sources.
High Value Training Treat
High Value Training Treat
High Value Training Treat
Once the meat is dehydrated (165 degrees for 3-3.5 hours depending on its thickness) I cut it up into 1/2 inch squares and refrigerate it.
AirPod Collar Holder
High Value Training Treat
AirPod Collar Holder
This is a holder for an AirPod that slides onto the collar. It's made by Pelican. The white side of the AirPod contains the antenna and thus you want it to face outward and be unobstructed. The silver side with the Apple logo that unscrews is not the antenna.
AKC Certifications & FAQs
ADC Certification & FAQs
I can get your K9 certified in all the AKC certifications below. AKC certifications are not difficult to train for. There is a $10.00 fee for each certification as I have to purchase testing paperwork from the AKC.
- AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy &Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
- AKC Community Canine (CGCA)
- AKC Urban CGC (CGCU)
- All levels of AKC Trick Dog
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are dog parks ok? Absolutely not. They are a fighting ring laden with feces and parasites. We study dog park behavior (and owner behavior) during your training and it's quite an eye opener.
- Do you have training videos? No. This is a hands on program and is all about participation as your K9's handler not observation.
- Should I carry pepper/dog spray in my hand when walking my K9? Yes. It's your best shot at preventing off leash dog/wildlife from attacking your dog(s) and no animal gets hurt if deployed.
- Should I let strange children pet my K9? No. Let's discuss.
- Should I let other dogs "meet" my K9 when out? No. Let's discuss.
- Should I get medical insurance for my K9? Absolutely yes.
- Does my homeowners or renters insurance cover dog bite? Maybe. Some companies deny coverage for some "notorious" breeds. If your dog bites someone you can expect to be sued and your dog will be taken to a shelter for evaluation.
- Can I bring others to training? Yes - especially if they will handle the K9 routinely. We'll switch handlers in a session so the K9 is worked by all.
- I have a large K9 (50lbs+) can my young child be the handler? No and It's actually against the law. The K9 must be under the control of a competent handler who can physically control the K9 at all times.
- Can/should I use a harness? No. Harnesses encourage pulling and it disconnects the feedback loop between you and the K9.
- Can I use a chain collar? No. It can damage the trachea.
- Should I use a prong collar? Let's discuss. I need to assess your K9 first and instruct you on its use if I see it as a viable or necessary tool.
- Can I use a retractable leash? No. When out with your K9 it should be on a short (2 ft) leash. 6 ft leashes are a legal maximum - but do not allow for adequate control. That said I do use them in training.
- How much exercise should my K9 get? Daily and no a "walk" is not exercise, particularly for the working line breeds and younger K9s.
- Are the K9 training videos - Caesar Milan, American Standard Dog Training, Zak George, Dog Daddy, Beckman, Hamilton, No Bad Dogs etc I see YouTube ok to watch? Let's discuss. I prefer you don't initially until you have more experience. As you gain experience and thus insight you'll see these videos in a whole new light. Some are spot on while others are questionable. You'll see why I say this after you have more experience.
- My K9 got went to a board and train but now my K9 is out of control again, what happened? YOU weren't trained the K9 was and your K9 has caught onto it - OR - you didn't keep up with the daily training routine.
- Can I bring my puppy for training? Once the vaccination regimen is complete yes. Starting as a puppy is ideal.
- Do you do protection/bite training? No. The average person is ill equipped to handle a protection K9 and the liability and responsibility this level of training places on the owner.
- Can any K9 be trained? Yes - up to their individual limit and yes every K9 has a limit. The limit however is more on the handler's dedication than the K9.
- Who is that gorgeous K9 in the pictures above? That's my Brie. She is a Dutch Shepard/Belgian Malinois mix. She's my assistant and will demonstrate all the exercises. The cat's name is Leo and they are inseparable. Leo does not want to attend training - of any sort. Ever.
Contact - paynesknine@gmail.com
Please send an email and include your phone number and K9's name and I'll reach back the same day.
