Our Services
Training
Trainers
Training Options
Class Descriptions
Class Schedules
Email the Training Dept.
Trainers
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Barbara Perry is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT). Training dogs since she was eight years old, Barbara has made a significant difference in many dogs’ lives through the years. Her compassion and wisdom in the dog world is why owners continue to bring their dogs back to her for more fun and training. Click here to email Barbara. |
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Rachel Daughn received her certification as a Canine Training and Behavior Specialist in 2003 and has been training dogs professionally ever since. Her love of dogs was realized at the age of 10 years old, when she decided she wanted to be able to “speak” to them. Being a trainer has brought her as close as possible to that goal. Rachel’s knowledge of animals and her ability to understand their needs are just a few examples of why people continue to ask her for help and her referrals are continuous. Click here to email Rachel. |
Training Options
Group Class Training: Training in this environment with other dogs and people is an opportunity to socialize your dog. Although they don’t get to interact with others, they learn to be calm in distracting situations.
Weekly Board and Train: This is a great opportunity for your dog to learn a few basic obedience skills or brush up on some long forgotten skills. This package includes a brief evaluation with the trainer to reach mutually agreeable goals; 6 nights/7 days of boarding; five hours training with the dog; one play time per day; one lesson with you to show off how well your dog did and what you need to do to continue the wonderful accomplishments of your dog. Two week board and trains are the most effective.
Hourly Training: Includes a mini-private lesson at pick up to see how we worked with your dog. Great for refresh training, learning a trick, etc.
Specialized Training: Customized training program in a calm environment at the trainer’s home. This is good for a dog that may not be getting the concept of housetraining. There are many other advantages to specialized training.
Private Lessons: On-site and off-site private lessons are offered. This is when the trainer works one-on-one with the owner and the dog.
Evaluations Available: This is set up for the trainer to briefly meet the client and their dog and make training recommendations. There is no training involved.
Behavior Workshops/Seminars: Periodic seminars, one to two hours long, covering topics such as chewing, house training, no jumping, nutrition, loose leash walking, and health care are offered. See Events Calendar for schedule.
Click here to download and print our training contract.
Class Descriptions
Stay N Play uses only reward-based positive reinforcement training. This allows us to ensure your dog enjoys its training and is eager to learn more.
Group class training is taught in an atmosphere that is fun and exciting, yet relaxing and rewarding to both the dog and the owner.
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Puppy Beginnings (6 weeks = $135) |
This class is a must for that four-legged bundle of joy you just got!!! It covers subjects from house training, manners, and health care, to grooming, socializing, and other fun topics in between. This class is for puppies up to 5 months old. The youngest puppy must have at least two rounds of puppy shots. |
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Basic Obedience (6 weeks = $135) |
You CAN teach an older dog new tricks and better manners. We help you work on leash walking, sit, stay, come, down, etc. with your best friend. This class is for dogs 6 months and older. |
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Basic Obedience II (6 weeks = $135) |
In this class you will polish the training techniques learned in both puppy and basic obedience class. Your dog will love to show off what s/he already knows and build on that. Your dog must be at least six months old and have attended Basic Obedience first. If Basic was not attended at Stay N Play Pet Ranch, a quick evaluation by the trainer is required. |
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Fungility (5 weeks = $135) |
Have fun with your dog while learning games through obstacle courses. Dogs and people of all ages will enjoy this active program. This is agility in a non-competitive arena. Your dog must be at least 6 months old and have attended Basic Obedience first. If Basic was not attended at Stay N Play Pet Ranch, a quick evaluation by the trainer is required. |
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Canine Good Citizen (6 weeks = $135) |
Recognized nationally by the AKC. For dogs that want to continue polishing good manners, public behaviors, and gain national certification. Your dog must have attended Basic Obedience first. If Basic was not attended at Stay N Play Pet Ranch, a quick evaluation by the trainer is required. |
Class Schedules
Puppy Beginnings
| Start Date | Day | Time |
| March 6th | Saturday | 9:30 am |
| March 23 rd | Tuesday | 6:00 pm |
| April 24th | Saturday | 11:00 am |
Basic Obedience
| Start Date | Day | Time |
| March 6th | Saturday | 11:00 am |
| March 23rd | Tuesday | 7:30 pm |
| April 28th | Saturday | 9:30 am |
Basic Obedience II
| Start Date | Day | Time |
| March 13th | Saturday | 2:00 pm |
| April 7th | Wednesday | 6:00 pm |
Fungility
| Start Date | Day | Time |
| Febryary 20th | Saturday | 1:00 pm |
| March 24th | Wednesday | 7:00 pm |
Fungility II
| Start Date | Day | Time |
| March 24th | Wednesday | 8:30 pm |
| April 24th | Saturday | 1:00 |
Canine Good Citizen
| Start Date | Day | Time |
| April 6th | Tuesday | 7:00 pm |
| April 24th | Saturday | 2:30 pm |
Email the training Department
If you have any questions about training, our training techniques, etc., do not hesitate to contact us.
512-417-2595 (training department cell phone)
staynplaytraining@austin.rr.com
One-Week and Two-Week Board and Trainings are available in-house, as well as private training sessions at our center or in your home.
