Train With Reinforcement &
Science Based Techniques
See Through Your Dog’s Eyes
Train as a Team
What Makes Us Unique
In home Training. We come to your home so your dog learns in their own environment. Promoting comfortability and ability to learn with the most success.
Learn from a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant — prioritizing well-being for all human & non-human animals. Caretakers will learn hot to successfully implement validated training protocols and techniques on their own to teach and maintain behaviors.
All training classes and sessions are designed to address each individual case. The needs of the caretaker and the dog will determine what skills will be addressed to best fit your needs.
Flexible scheduling. When planning sessions, we plan sessions to venture into the “real world” to practice and apply learned skills in novel environments.
Contact us now for a free 30 minute Discovery call where we discuss details and what training services are best for you!
What We Offer
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We specialize in behavior modification which is addressing problem & undesirable behaviors. These include fear, reactivity, arousal, impulse control, aggression, and more. You will get a personalized behavior plan that addresses your needs. You will become your dog’s expert through learning about body language, relationship building, and communication. You will learn how to manage the undesirable behaviors, reduce the occurrence, and teach desirable behaviors.
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Introducing a new puppy into your home? Puppy Kindergarten is a 5 session, in home class. You will learn how to teach your puppy the basics, read their body language, how to incorporate them into your lifestyle, and more. We also personalize the course to you so that you and your puppy’s needs are met! This class is for puppies 5 months and under.
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Teach your dog foundation skills such as sit, down, recall, stay, and more! Skills training will set your dog up for success in the future though teaching skills that will promote wanted behaviors as they mature. This class not only focuses on the basics but created based on your individual needs.
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Preparing to introduce a new pet into your family? Regardless of the animal, Training One Paw at a Time offers consulting and training to ensure your current pet is prepared for a new animal in their home and set both your current and new pet up for positive interactions. We will focus on:
1) What can be done for your current dog in preparation before the arrival of your new animal.
(2) How to set up the environment for smooth & successful integration.
(3) Learn skills and techniques to implement when your new pet arrives.
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Cooperative Care is teaching your dog skills and increase willingness to participate in husbandry procedures. This includes nail trims, ear cleaning, teeth brushing, hair brushing, as well as preparing for vet and grooming appointments. Help decrease any stress your dog may be experiencing and improve their confidence around potentially scary events.
Training Philosophy
Behavior change isn't a race. With patience, consistency, & understanding, dogs and their family members gain confidence and skills that last a lifetime!
Methods & Techniques
Positive Reinforcement techniques are used for all training needs.
The methods used are based on Scientific research that has shown to benefit dog welfare & well-being.
The goal is to identify the function of the behavior (the why) to create a behavior plan that will be the most effective at addressing unwanted behaviors.
Principles
We support the power of choice — Honoring the power of choice allows dogs to be active participants when training which builds confidence.
Improving resiliency through consensual training and allowing dogs to employ their autonomy.
Predictability…Can be difficult for some dogs but do thrive when it is present
We allow dogs to progress at their own pace and thats a good thing.
Family Education
Importance of learning & owner participation…through knowledge you can improve the understanding of your dog in a way that you can support and help them (ultimately helping themselves)
Owners are supported through clear guidance, education, and practical skills
Give families the confidence to ADVOCATE for their dogs.
Relationship Based
Using compassionate training (built off of)
Help dogs thrive & improve families’ confidence as trainers.
Modifying behavior is the overall goal but we prioritize strengthening the relationship between people and their dog.
our goal is help people and their dogs thrive together. By strengthening mutual respect and understanding, training becomes a shared Journey — not a battle.
Transparency & Ethics
We are always transparent with family members so that they are fully aware and understand their dog’s behavior and why it occurs.
Reasonable Expectations made clear based on the dog’s behavior and are discussed in-depth.
training plans are created through an ethical understanding of dog behavior though behavioral research.
Our main focus if to encourage progress, designed in a way that supports lifelong learning and adaptability.
Meet Ashley
Certified Dog Behavior Consultant
Ashley started Training One Paw at a Time, LLC four years ago and has been professionally working with dogs for six. She also has experience with equines and exotic animals. She strongly believes in taking a compassionate approach to training by using reinforcement and science based techniques. “This isn’t just a business to me—it’s a reflection of what I believe in. It is making sure people and dogs have the ability to live their best lives ”. Ashley believes in the power of knowledge. The more people know and understand dogs, the more enriched their lives and their dog’s lives will be!
“I strive to build teams between family members and their dogs. Through understanding and communication, families learn to teach their dogs, modify undesirable behaviors, and promote the wellbeing of eveyone involved”. -Ashley
Ashley’s Journey
As a kid, Ashley was always an animal person. She read books, watched shows, did anything she could to learn about animals…but dogs were always her favorite. Her journey began with her first dog Dylan, a Wheaten Terrier. She insisted she go to his training classes with her parents and she would “teach him agility” in her free time. As she got older she went on to work with horses, farm animals, and dogs in daycare and boarding facilities.
She pursued a bachelor degree at Monmouth University in psychology and concentrated in animal behavior. She was awarded an internship at Six Flags Safari and continued to learn how to use a variety of training techniques that prioritized animal welfare. Ashley was also mentored by an Animal Behaviorist with whom she continued to learn and strengthen her skills.
Once Ashley was confident in her abilities to work with people and their dogs, she took and passed an exam to become a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant and obtained her animal CPR certification. When looking for work in her home town, she found that many trainers were still focusing on compliance rather then overall well-being. Ashley then trusted in her skills and created Training One Paw at a Time, LLC so that she could help families and their dogs with the methodologies she believes in. Through science-based techniques, positive reinforcement, and keeping up with the latest research in dog behavior and training, Ashley has successfully helped an abundance of dogs and their families! Knowledge is power and power can be shared between people and their dogs; creating a life long bond!
Contact Us
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