Unleashed Dog Center ~ Louisville, Colorado

Bernadette and Ranger, her Search & Rescue Dog. For more than ten years Unleashed's owner / trainer Bernadette Pflug has been sharing her knowledge of animal behavior and training dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages. Her philosphy is simple. Improve the life of both family and dog. With training, your unruly pooch can be transformed into a loving and controlable family member. What does is take to make your dog happy? He will thrive when you give him mental and physical exercise, leadership and attention. This formula will help you to build a lasting relationship with your dog, based on mutual respect and trust. You can have a relationship with your dog deeper than you ever imagined and Bernadette can show you how. With her training, you will have a happy dog and a happy family. What makes for a happy family? Families typically want their dog to: * Come when called, every time, on or off leash. * Walk nicely on leash, without pulling * Sit the first time you ask * Lie down the first time you ask Families also want their dogs: * Not to jump on people * Not to charge through doors * Not to dig in the yard * Not to bark and chew inappropriately * Not to climb on furniture you prefer they avoid * Not to steal food off the table and counters * Not to be wild and uncontrollable * Not to ignore you when you want their attention Bernadette is experienced with many gentle training techniques, enabling her to customize a training plan that works for your individual dog. Since no two dogs are alike, a cookie cutter training approach doesn't work for every dog. From Chihuahuas to Great Danes, Bernadette has trained them all. Her credentials include: Search & Rescue Trainer / Handler for 10+ years Assisting Colorado law enforcement agencies with rescue missions around the state. CPDT (Certified Pet Dog Trainer) Requires more than 300 hours of teaching group classes, an extensive written test, and recommendations from vets, clients, and other trainers. Bernadette is the only* CPDT in Boulder, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Erie, Broomfield, Arvada, Westminster, Niwot, Nederland, and more! Certified in the E-Touch & Force Free Method (tm) www.chicagodogtrainer.com Graduate of Martin Deeley's International School For Dog Trainers www.internationaldogschool.com Professional Member of both the APDT (Association of Pet Dog Trainers) www.apdt.com & IACP (International Assoc. of Canine Professionals.) www.canineprofessionals.com AKC CGC Evaluator www.akc.org/events/cgc/ The ForceFree Method (tm) is an intuitive system of training that makes sense to both people and dogs. Effective and gentle, the training method works WITH the dogs instincts rather than against them. We achieve off leash reliability, even with distractions, amazingly fast. Most dogs perceive the training as simple "pack cooperation" and play. Therefore, they quickly shed rebellious behavior, and give you more focus than you imagined possible. Doesn't that sound like more fun than correction after correction? This training method is amazingly gentle, uses no force, and works quickly with virtually all dogs. In order to stay current on the latest training techniques and animal behavior research, Bernadette attends various seminars and workshops throughout the year, taught by some of the top professionals in the field of dog training. Bernadette has handled dogs and been featured on Animal Planet, Channel 9 KUSA Denver, WB2 News Denver, Dog Fancy magazine, and the Denver Post. Bernadette became passionate about training when she got her first really challenging dog. "Ranger," her German Shepherd puppy, had serious separation anxiety and a great desire for a job. After destroying Bernadette's house several times, she discovered an occupation he loved; Search and Rescue. With an outlet for his energy, Ranger stopped his destructive behavior and soon became Bernadette's trusted partner on search missions. Bernadette and Ranger certified as a wilderness trailing team, assisting local law enforcement and other SAR teams around the state in locating lost hikers, children, Alzheimers patients and others. Trailing is when a dog roughly follows the path a person has walked. Each person deposits their unique scent wherever they go and with the use of a scent article (anything worn close to the body) dogs are able to pick out that specific person's scent. After an outstanding career as a search dog, Ranger passed away on September 16, 2007. He is greatly missed. Bernadette currently lives with her husband, daughter and four wonderful canine companions; Cady, Axel, Cody, & Kohl. You may even get to meet them at her classes! You can contact her at Unleashed (303) 554-9343.
In private obedience lessons, Bernadette meets one on one with you and your dog. There are many advantages to this type of training: 1) scheduling at a time that is convenient for you 2) Addressing the behaviors that you feel are most important including aggression, separation anxiety, potty training, barking, jumping, escaping, etc. 3) Working with the entire family to teach parents and children alike how to interact with and train the dog. A series of six lessons at our location or yours teaches your dog excellent behavior that lasts. Most clients see dramatic improvements within two weeks. For availability call Unleashed @ (303) 554-9343.
For those who wish to invest a bit of their own time and achieve savings - Group classes offer the opportunity of socializing your dog with other dogs, while working on your training in a real-world environment. KinderPuppy (age 8 weeks to 5 months) Giving your puppy an early start in learning good manners is one of the most important steps you can take in creating a fantastic family dog. This is a condensed two session class going over all the basics of puppyhood including housetraining, crate training, socialization, nipping, jumping, barking, chewing, and handling. We will also introduce basic leash walking, sit, and down. Cost: 2 weeks / $50 2010 Class Schedule Session 1 - Saturdays 4/10/10 & 4/17/10 3 - 4pm Session 2 - Saturdays 5/15/10 & 5/22/10 4 - 5pm Session 3 - Saturdays 6/12/10 & 6/19/10 4 - 5pm Session 4 - Saturdays 7/17/10 & 7/24/10 4 - 5pm Session 5 - Saturdays 9/11/10 & 9/18/10 3 - 4pm Session 6 - Saturdays 10/23/10 & 10/30/10 2 - 3pm Rowdy Rovers (age 4 months and up) This class is designed for dogs in need of basic training. Our canine students will learn all the skills necessary to make them a full-fledged member of your family including: walking nicely on a leash, sit, down, stay, come and leave it. We also discuss behavior challenges according to class need / interest. Class meets at Louisville Community Park - 955 Bella Vista Drive, Louisville. Cost: 6 weeks / $150 2010 Class Schedule Session 2 – Saturdays 3/20/10 – 4/24/10 4 - 5pm Session 3 – Wednesdays 5/5/10 – 6/9/10 6 - 7pm Session 4 – Wednesdays 6/23/10 – 7/28/10 6 - 7pm Session 5 – Saturdays 9/4/10 - 10/9/10 4 – 5pm Session 6 – Saturdays 10/23/10 – 11/27/10 3 – 4pm Unleashed - In this class we are building upon the bond you have already established with your dog during basic training. Our goal, off leash control with confidence, gaining the skills necessary to meet the City of Boulder Voice & Sight Control Standard. These skills and others will be tested at the end of class with the AKC Canine Good Citizen test. Dogs should be fluent in basic obedience before enrolling in this class. Class meets at Louisville Community Park, 955 Bella Vista Drive, Louisville. Cost: 6 weeks / $150 2010 Class Schedule Session 2 – Saturdays 3/20/10 – 4/24/10 5 - 6pm Session 3 – Wednesdays 5/5/10 – 6/9/10 7 - 8pm Session 4 – Wednesdays 6/23/10 – 7/28/10 7 - 8pm Session 5 – Saturdays 9/4/10 - 10/10/10 5 – 6pm Session 6 – Saturdays 10/23/10 – 11/27/10 4 – 5pm To register stop by Unleashed or call us @ (303) 554-9343.
Twice a month, Bernadette takes just one dog at a time for personal, one on one training. During their two week stay in our home, not a kennel, your dog will learn all the skills needed to be a polite companion. He'll return to you completely trained to be off-leash reliable. The investment for our boarding school program pays off for a lifetime. You'll be able to go everywhere together. All behavior issues are covered, including housebreaking, begging, jumping, stealing food, pulling on the leash, running away, not coming when called, door dashing, barking and just plain listening to their owner. At the end of the two weeks, you'll receive a 2 hour orientation on how to maintain your dog's new and improved training. Best of all, Bernadette's Boarding School training is GUARANTEED for the lifetime of your dog. Follow our instructions, and it's highly unlikely you'll experience loss of training but if you do, just call us at no charge. Telephone behavior consultations are free for the life of your dog. It's rare for us to receive such a call because our training and orientation are so effective. But most issues can be resolved easily on the phone. All boarding school graduates also receive FREE enrollment in any of Bernadette's group classes for life. References available upon request. Also check out our "Happy Clients" page. To schedule a stay at Bernadette's Boarding school call Unleashed @ (303) 554-9343. Unleashed is your source for Dog Training, Dog Obedience, Dog Obedience Training, Dog Training Classes, Puppy Training, Training for Aggressive Dogs, Separation Anxiety, Off Leash Training, Boarding and Training, In Home Dog Training, Dog Trainers Boulder CO, Dog Training Louisville CO, Dog Trainers Louisville CO, Dog Trainers Superior CO, Dog Trainers Longmont CO, Dog Trainers Lafayette CO, Dog Trainers Broomfield CO, Dog Training Boulder Colorado, Colorado Dog Training. Serving Boulder CO, Louisville CO, Lafayette CO, Longmont CO, Superior CO, Niwot CO, Broomfield CO, Westminster CO, Arvada CO, Erie CO, Boulder County, 80027, 80026.