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    • Dread going for walks?
      Embarrassed by your dogs out of control barking and lunging?
      We can help!

      Regain control and learn how to help your four legged friend with our reactive rehab class. Resolving reactivity requires work on both ends of the leash. This class focuses on teaching helpful foundation skills, improving communication, and building confidence.

      You will find understanding and support from your instructor and classmates who all appreciate the challenges of living with a reactive dog. We will work on identifying and understanding your dog's triggers, anticipating when a situation might turn south and practicing proactive management to prevent it. You will learn how to interrupt and calm your dog if she is already reacting and defensive handling skills to help keep both of you safe.

      We will discuss the WHY behind your dog's behavior to help you understand what he is feeling and experiencing. We will then use that understanding to begin changing your dog's emotional response and to start to build positive associations with his triggers.

      Reactive Rehab Level 1 is designed to give you the information you need to understand your dogs behavior and to teach both of you practical skills in a highly controlled environment. It is structured to be repeated as many times as needed, and the small class size allows you plentiful practice while ensuring you are appropriately challenged.

      Once you have mastered the skills taught in Reactive Rehab Level 1, we encourage you to enroll in Reactive Rehab Level 2 where you will learn more advanced skills and have the opportunity to practice your Level 1 skills in more real-world situations.

    • Mastered Reactive Rehab Level 1?
      Ready for your next challenge?
      Level 2 will prepare you to take on the world!

      Practicing your skills and navigating challenging and/or unexpected situations while in the safety of the controlled classroom environment will help you gain confidence (in yourself and your dog!) and learn to remain calm in situations you might otherwise find stressful.

      Reactive Rehab Level 2 focuses on the real world application of the skills you learned in Level 1. In addition to learning a handful of new tricks, you and your dog will practice functioning with increased distractions; moving past other dogs without becoming overly excited or nervous; remaining stationary, calm, and focused while another dog moves past; and recovering quickly after being startled by an unexpected or triggering sight and/or sound.

    • Enrollment Details 

    • To enroll in Reactive Rehab Level 2, you must complete Reactive Rehab Level 1 or enroll in private training and receive instructor permission.

      If you have taken similar classes elsewhere or believe you and your dog have the foundation to skip Reactive Rehab Level 1, please contact Calm Companions by phone at (612) 225-9598, by email at info@CalmCompanionsMN.com, or click here to schedule a consultation call and assessment.

    • Upcoming Sessions: [RR.1]*
    • Upcoming Sessions: [RR.2]*

    • Please indicate what waitlist(s) you would like to be added to:*

    • I will reach out as soon as I have additional day/time options.

      If/when additional options become available will depend on both building availability and demand.

      If you know of a decent size indoor space that fits the following requirements, please reach out! 

      • Decent indoor size; ~2500 sq ft or larger, in a roughly square-ish layout,
      • Relatively climate controlled (can maintain a comfortable working temp for dogs and humans without freezing or cooking),
      • Has power outlets and some onsite storage for visual barriers and other tools,
      • Is relatively clean (no potentially dangerous chemicals or hazardous items for dogs to ingest),
      • Is available to rent on a by-the-hour basis,
      • Whose owner's are open to allowing dogs inside and accept that some accidents may happen (but will be immedietly and thoroughly cleaned up).

  • Reactive Rehab Level 1

  • Week one is for humans only, do not bring your dog.*

  • Please contact Calm Companions by phone at (612) 225-9598 or by email at info@CalmCompanionsMN.com before enrolling.
    Exceptions may be possible, however the availability of this option is dependent on a variety of factors and is not guarenteed.

  • Reactive Rehab Level 2

  • Have you taken Calm Companions Reactive Rehab Level 1 with this dog?*
  • Have you spoken with Calm Companions about whether your dog is ready for Reactive Rehab Level 2*

  • Please contact Calm Companions by phone at (612) 225-9598 or by email at info@CalmCompanionsMN.com before enrolling.
    Reactive Rehab Level 2 builds on the skills we teach in Level 1. Without those skills (or if it has been a while since you have practiced them) your dog is likely to struggle and may undermine your classmates success.

  • Both Level 1 and 2

  • While you are welcome to bring additional people, you may not send a new person (someone who has not previously attended class) to handle your dog alone.*

  • Please contact Calm Companions by phone at (612) 225-9598 or by email at info@CalmCompanionsMN.com before enrolling.

  • Kids who are able to remain calm and quiet are welcome to attend week 1. Please reach out before enrolling and/or ask your instructor on week 1 if you would like your child(ren) to attend weeks 2-6.*

  • Please contact Calm Companions by phone at (612) 225-9598 or by email at info@CalmCompanionsMN.com before enrolling.
    As kids may be triggering for the other dogs in class, any exceptions will be done on an individual bases determined by the other dog's in class, your chilrens ages, and how calm/quiet they are. 

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  • Do you (or other owners/handlers) have any limitations I should know about? (e.g. hard of hearing, walk with a cane, recovering from knee surgery, etc.)*
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  • About Your Dog

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  • Does your dog have any allergies*
  • Does your dog have any other medical issues I should know about? E.g. old injuries, chronic issues, unhealed wounds, etc.*
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  • My dog is up to date on rabies, bordetella, and DHPP vaccines*
  • Please provide a copy of your dog's vaccination record to Calm Companions before week 1 of class.*
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  • Have you worked with Calm Companions before?*
  • Have you signed a Calm Companions retainer agreement?*

  • NOTE: If your retainer was signed prior to March of 2024,
    you may be required to sign a group class adendum.

  • Your Dog's Behavior

  • What triggers do you and your dog struggle with/around on walks? (check all that apply)*
  • Is your dog scared of ... ? (check all that apply)*
  • Is your dog shy/nervous around ... ? (check all that apply)*
  • Is your dog friendly towards ... ? (check all that apply)*
  • Is your dog aggressive towards ... ? (check all that apply)*
  • Does your dog bark/lunge at/towards ... when on leash? (check all that apply)*
  • Do you feel your dogs reactive behavior is ... ? (check all that apply)*
  • Has your dog ever bitten or attacked ... ? (check all that apply)*

  • If your dog has a bite history or exhibits aggressive behavior,
    please click here to schedule a free consultation call, or contact us at info@CalmCompanionsMN.com or (612) 225-9598 before enrolling.

    Please know, having a bite history may or may not rule out participation, but understanding context and severity are essential to ensuring everyone's safety.

  • Do you / your dog struggle with resource guarding or possessive aggression? (check all that apply)*
  • Do you / your dog struggle with aggression towards housemates in relation to controlling space or movement? (check all that apply)*

  • Please note, this class is geared towards behavior problems that occur outside of the home.

    We will not address possessive aggression (of food, toys, etc.) towards humans or dogs, or aggression towards housemates in relation to controlling space or movement as these situations can be highly individual and difficult to replicate in a group environment.

    If you are struggling with these types of aggression, please reach out to schedule a private, in-home training session and we would be happy to help! 

    Click here to schedule a free consultation call, or contact us at (612) 225-9598 or info@CalmCompanionsMN.com.

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  • Have you completed the Reactive Rehab 1 wait list form?

  • Please provide your information as entered on your original Reactive Rehab waitlist form:

  • Please provide your dog's information as entered on your original Reactive Rehab waitlist form:

  • OLD Have you signed a Calm Companions retainer agreement?
  • Kids who are able to remain calm and quiet are welcome to attend week 1. Please reach out before enrolling and/or ask your instructor on week 1 if you would like your child(ren) to attend weeks 2-6.
  • While you are welcome to bring additional people, you may not send a new person (someone who has not previously attended class) to handle your dog alone.
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