Training questionnaire

Training questionnaire

We look forward to hearing from you!
Please note that this form is required to be filled out to inquire for private training and/or Board and Trains. Once it is filled out we will respond as soon as possible to set up a free phone consultation!

Office days and hours: Monday-Thursday between 10:00am-5:00pm (We try and respond within 48 hours, we appreciate your patience)
Personal Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
What is your availability for a consultation and for lessons? (Weekends, weekdays, etc )*
Dogs Information
Dogs Name*
Dogs sex*

Intact femaleIntact maleSpayed femaleNeutered male
Dogs Approximate Birthday *

MonthDayYear
Date
Your dogs approximate weight*
10-20, 20-40, 40-70, 70+
Your Dogs breed/ mix*
Your Dogs breeder name or rescue name that you got them from*
How old was your dog when you got them?*
Does your dog have any injuries?*
Does your dog have any known medical/health issues? Are they on any medication? *
Name of your dogs vet*
Dog Behavior and lifestyle

Please answer every question in detail to the best of your ability
Please answer EVERY question - What type/brand of food does your dog eat? What does your dog eat in? Can your dog take their daily food out of your hand without any motivation from you?*
Please answer ALL questions above.
What behaviors does your dog present/struggle with? (Select all that apply)*

Counter surfingHumpingReactivity to peopleReactivity to dogsReactivity to cars/vehiclesResource guarding foodResource guarding toysResource guarding objectsJumping on peopleOver excitementPlay bitingAggression towards peopleAggression towards dogs/animalsDestructive in the homeBolts out the crateBolts out the doorPulls on leash
Is your dog crate trained*

Yes, settles right away every time at any time of day and in any situationYes, settles right away 90% of the timeNo, they will whine, bark, or try and break out most of the timeNo, does not use a crate at all ever.
When/how often does your dog use the crate

only when they are home aloneAt night time and when home aloneonly at night timeonly during the dayWhen home alone, night time, and for some breaks through out the dayonly during training classesrarely uses itnever uses it
Does your dogs crate need to be covered? Where is it normally located? Do you have music playing? Do you normally have a bed or blanket inside the crate?
If you don't utilize crates, please explain why.
If you don't utilize crates, are you willing to learn more and add them to the training plan?

YesnoPossibly after discussing my concerns
How does your dog behave going INTO the grooming salon? (Select all that apply)*

goes in with easeneeds to be draggedneeds to be picked upunsure but with some treats goes invery hesitant but goes in with or without treatsmy dog doesn't go to one
How does your dog behave AT the grooming salon? (Select all that apply)*

Very stressedAnxiousrelaxedbarks and whines a lot but managessnaps/grumbles at the groomers when paws are touchedsnaps/grumbles at the groomers when ears/face are touchedsnaps/grumbles at the groomers when tail, bum, rear is touchedDoes fine for the majority of the groomDoes NOT like the blow dryerDoes NOT like nails clippedDoes NOT like being brushedDoes NOT like the Dremelmy dog doesn't go to oneOther
Anything you'd like to add about crates and the grooming salon please explain here:
How does your dog do in vehicles?*

sleeps the whole timepaces and whinesstressedanxiousneutral and just relaxes/looks out window
where does your dog go in the car*

in a crateRestrained with a seatbeltfree in the backfree in the front seat
Does your dog have a prey drive? Please describe below*
How does your dog walk on leash in all environments? (Please select all that apply)*

Walks right beside me the whole timeSniffs a little but always has a loose leashSniffs and pulls occasionallyPulls a lot to sniffWalks with loose leash if a treat is in handWalks with loose leash only with a SPECIFIC tool onWalks with a loose leash unless passing dogs, people or bikesI use a cue when I want a loose leash walk beside me and I also have a release cue to go and sniff but a loose leash is still maintained
What do you walk your dog on?*

Prong collarSlip leashChoke chainNo pull harness (easy walker)MartingaleHalti - Goes around dogs noseY shape harness - Around bodyFlat collar
Please state what training tools you have experience with using and what tools you do NOT want to use. (Prong, slip lead, harness, e-collar, halti, etc.)*
If you stated tools you do not want to use, please explain why you don’t want to use the tools and your knowledge on these tools*
what would you consider socialization to be? How do you socialize your dog?*
Where do you take your dog off leash?*

Fenced in dog parkoff leash dog friendly trails (Bruce pit, Conroy pit, etc.)Private rental fields/fenced areasI don't take my dog off leash
If you take your dog to dog parks, are you willing to stop if I find it’s necessary for the training process?*

yesnopossibly but I would need help finding alternative exerciseMaybe but I want my dog to play with other dogs and to socialize
Does your dog have recall, do they check in?*

Yes they check in often and come back every time you call no matter the distractionThey check in often but don't always come back when calledThey don't check in but they come back every time you call no matter the distractionThey don't check in and they don't have a recallIts a hit or miss depending on environment
Does your dog go to daycare? How do they behave, what info has the staff given you about your dog?*
Does your dog like other dogs?*

Yes alwaysYes with proper introsDog selectiveNo/ rarely
Add any other info regarding how your dog interacts with other dogs, be as detailed as possible from what you see. (Are they pushy, submissive, timid, etc.)*
Has your dog bitten or snapped at another dog?*

YesNo
Please explain how the bite/snap had happened to the best of your ability.
Has your dog bitten a person?*

YesNo
If yes, please describe. (was blood drawn, did it happen more then once?)
What is your dog Fearful, reactive, or aggressive towards?*

Adult menAdult womenKidsDogscats/preyObjectsCars/trucksBikes/skateboardsnew environmentsNone of the aboveOther
Please describe what it looks like to you when your dog shows fear, reactivity or aggression to any of the options provided or to anything not mentioned.*
How would you describe your dog? What does your dog like to do? what do you like doing with your dog?*
Lifestyle, Goals, Home
Please describe in detail what an average day looks like with your dog, the more specific the better. (From when you wake up to when you go to bed, what your do with your dogs daily, where you go, etc)*
What program are you interested in?*

Private training (Training is done by you, lessons held at or near your home)Board and Train (training is done by our head trainer in our home)Virtual lessons
How often do you play with your dog? (Tug, flirt pole, fetch, running around or rough play)*

Dailyevery 1-3 daysat least once a weeknot oftenMy dog doesn't like to play with toysI'm not sure how to interact with my dog using toys
How often does your dog do mental enrichment? (Scent games/activities, puzzles, lick mats, etc)*

Dailyevery 1-3 daysat least once a weeknot oftennever
How often do you exercise your dog? What do you normally do for exercise?*
Please describe what goals you have for yourself and your dog. Is there a specific scenario you'd like your dog to handle? What training commands would you like your dog to be able to do? etc.*
Training goals (check all that apply):*

dog can walk by dogs/people/vehicles calmlyFor my dog to be no longer reactiveFor my dog to be no longer scared/fearfulloose leash walkingcrate trainingrecallBasic obediencedog able to relax in homestop pushy/demanding behaviorstake into the public/events or busy enviromentsother
Is your dog allowed on furniture*

YesnoSometimes
How much time total can you dedicate to spending 1:1 time with your dog on average daily?*
Do you have support to help with your training journey?*

YesNo
Are you willing to make a change to your time/lifestyle (within reason) if needed in order to a make an impact to your dogs life/behavior? *
If your dog does something you disagree with, how do you address it? Is this consistent with everyone in the household?*
How many people/pets in the home? (dogs, pets, kids) Do you have a busy household?*
Please answer ALL Questions
If you've already worked with a trainer, what tools/techniques did they teach you and were they effective?*
What have you learned in regards to training your dog or fixing behaviors?*
Please add any other comments or questions you have here!
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Training questionnaire

Please note that this form is required to be filled out to inquire for private training and/or Board and Trains. Once it is filled out we will respond as soon as possible to set up a free phone consultation!

Personal Information

Dogs Information

Dog Behavior and lifestyle

Lifestyle, Goals, Home