Aleron Dog Training & Behavior Counseling
Offering an Effective, Relationship-Based Approach to Training
Nikki Puccini has over 16 years experience training and
working with dogs and over 10 years experience teaching
dog training. Using dog friendly, effective training methods
Nikki helps owners build a great relationship while training
their dogs to be well mannered pets.

Puppy Foundation Training
Early puppy training and socialization can prevent behavior
problems and actually makes your dog smarter. If you have
a puppy under the age of 5 months, now is the best time to
begin training. Learn how to train your puppy basic
obedience behaviors while providing your puppy with
socialization to people, other puppies and new things. Start
at any time in the ongoing Puppy Foundation Class or
schedule private lessons to get your puppy off to the best
start. AKC STAR Puppy certification available after
completing at least 6 classes.

Step-by-Step Dog Training Classes
Ongoing group dog training classes for dogs of all ages.
Flexible class set up allows you to start at anytime,
pay-as-you-go and progress at your own rate. In the first
level of classes, the focus is on teaching your dog the basics:
sit, down, come, walking, target, off/leave it and name
attention. In the following levels you teach stay, stand,
accepting handling, attention, reliability with distractions, fun
(and useful!) tricks and an introduction to competition
obedience exercises. Step-by Step classes are a well
rounded training program, ideal for owners who wish to
train their dog to be a great pet and an excellent foundation
for owners interested in dog sports.

In Home or Out & About Private Lessons
Some dog behavior issues are best addressed in the
environment in which they are occur. Training and behavior
counseling is available for dogs with problems ranging from
"just doesn't listen" to fear and aggression issues and
everything in between. Often it takes just one lesson for
owners to begin to have a better behaved pet. Progress at
your own pace, work on what you need with your dog and
take as many or as few lessons as you need. Semi-private
Lessons for family or friends are available for up to four
people at a discounted rate.

Prospective Owner-Dog Matchmaking Evaluation
One of the main reasons a new dog doesn't work out is that
the dog is just not the right match for the owner's lifestyle.
Whether you are considering a purebred puppy from a
breeder or rescuing an adult dog from a shelter our full
evaluation of your prospective companion can prevent a lot
of heartache and frustration. Don't even know where to
start looking for your next dog? We can help there too!
Allow us to do the homework, so you get the dog that best
suits you! Discounts offered on classes and private lessons
for dogs that have been evaluated through this service.


For more information on classes or private lessons:
AgileGSD@aol.com
Aleron Trainer Nikki Puccini and
"Jagger" during an obedience
competition at the Belgian
Sheepdog Club of America
National Speciality
Additional Services Offered By
Aleron Dog Training &
Behavior Counseling Include:

Canine Good Citizen Testing
Nikki is an approved American
Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen
(CGC) Evaluator. Testing can be
arranged for individual owners and
dogs or done in a group setting.

Litter Temperament Testing
Comprehensive evaluation of
puppies as individuals and within
the litter. Written critiques with
training suggestions are given for
each puppy. This helps breeders
ensure they are matching their
puppies up with the right owners
and helps owners determine which
puppy best suits their lifestyle.
Temperament Testing is available
for individuals looking at to buy
puppy. The litter's owner must
give approval for the testing and
the puppies should be at least 8
weeks old with their first vaccines.
2010 Canine Affaire
at Columbus Equine Affaire

Nikki will be returning to the Canine
Affaire on Friday April 9th for two
presentations:

Positive Puppy Training

Solutions for Problem Behaviors

For more Info:
www.equineaffaire.
com/ohio/canine_affaire/canine_index.
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