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MINDFUL
PUPPY

Raising Your Puppy with Confidence

Training and socialization for young puppies is critical for their healthy development, but puppies can be a lot to handle! We are here to to take the overwhelm out of your puppy raising experience so you can feel empowered on your puppy’s training journey. We equip your pup with everything they need to be a confident, relaxed, and well-mannered adult dog that you’ll be proud to take anywhere. Our programs are designed to help reduce the stress of raising a well mannered puppy, and give to you peace of mind knowing you have an expert just a phone call away. 
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Meet Your Trainer: Mary Simon, CPDT-KA

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Hi, I’m Mary!

I specialize in coaching frustrated pet parents to help them build an incredible relationship with their canine companion and unlock a dream life together.

  • Graduate of Top Dog Training’s Apprenticeship Program
  • IAABC: Member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants
  • APDT: Member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers
  • CPDT-KA: Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed
  • Living and Learning with Animals Course Certificate of Completion
  • Aggression in Dogs Course Certificate of Completion
  • Certified Family Paws Parent Educator
  • Certified Family Dog Mediator

I only support training techniques that are kind and effective. I believe training should be easy to follow, consistent, and always fun for both dogs and people.

Customized Program

Every puppy is different, and your puppy’s training program will be customized to suit your individual needs as you embark on your puppy parenting journey. During the Evaluation, we will speak in depth about your training goals, and will come up with a program that suits you and your puppy.

Potential topics may include the following: 

  • Potty bell Training 
  • Collar and Harness acclimation
  • Positive crate or safe space training
  • Counter surfing
  • Door Dashing 
  • Down
  • Drop it
  • Leave it
  • Handling and Husbandry
  • Jumping on people
  • Loose Leash walking (walking without pulling)
  • Reactivity Prevention
  • Recalls (coming when called)
  • Settle
  • Separation anxiety prevention
  • Sit
  • Socialization
  • Targeting
  • Tug and Fetch

Training Resources

Everything you need to ensure you receive a comprehensive, high end learning experience. Materials designed to cater to your unique learning style that will enhance understanding, encourage participation, and ensure better results throughout your program and beyond.

Program Details

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Coaching

  • Regular private, in-person lessons
  • Implementation of the treatment plan
  • Develop skills to help you analyze and modify your puppy’s behavior throughout your dog’s life. 
  • Learn foundational dog training concepts so you can understand how best to encourage good behavior in your puppy
  • Problem Prevention Strategy

Video Tutorials & Resources

  • Over 100 easy to follow mini videos
  • Readings to support your understanding of the material
  • Share materials with others involved with your dog so that training is consistent
  • Exercises for each session to give your training structure between in-person lessons
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Support

  • Text, phone, and email support to give you peace of mind throughout the process
  • Video Analysis to get feedback of your homework
  • Assistance with helping others in your family learn (kids, spouse)

How to Enroll

Book your free 20 minute phone consultation, leave your information, and we will reach out!
Take advantage of $17 in savings with the 6 lesson package below, or pay per lesson at $150/lesson.

IN-PERSON MINDFUL PUPPY

(Private lessons + Online Course)
$799
  • 6 Private 1-2-1 Training Sessions at your home
  • Online readings
  • Weekly training activities
  • Video vault (over 100 videos)
  • Trainer text, email, phone, and video support between sessions
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North Shore Dog Training Services

Located on the North Shore of Massachusetts, The Mindful Dog offers thoughtful, effective training for a variety of behavioral issues.

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