A message from the trainer:
Hello, my name is Sydney Swanson! I graduated from NDSU in 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science and a minor in Business Administration. I have been working in the dog industry since 2015. In these years, I have shadowed, mentored and worked under a number of trainers & groomers at dog facilities. I have focused on learning and getting as much hands-on experience as possible. My true passion is obedience training. I love watching dogs learn and work, all while guiding the owners. I would love the opportunity to be a part of your dog and you learning and growing together!
Experience:
Obedience Training: 4 years
Grooming Assistant: 2 years
Member of the IACP
Canine Good Citizen Title
Many hours of personal studying, research, and reading
Seminars & Programs Attended: Michael Ellis, Jonathan Katz, 1 week shadow program at BossK9, Michael Graham, and Lucas Lesofski.
Training Methods
I am a balanced trainer, meaning I use a variety of tools, depending on your dog’s needs and goals. Including: treats, praise, toys, pinch collars, e-collars, slip collars, martingale collars, long lines, etc.
If you have any questions you can reach me at:
prairiedogfargotraining@gmail.com
701-356-5353
Day Training
Drop off between 7:00am-8:00am
Pick up between 4:00-5:00pm
Day Training Consists of:
3 Sessions of 1 on 1 Training
Socialization
Enrichment
Indoor/Outdoor work
Training Form (PDF)
Evaluation
Our trainer will meet with you and your dog to discuss and determine which one of our training programs will work best for your goals.
*Required for all new clients*
Duration: 30 minutes
Price: $20
Programs
Important:
All programs are obedience-based and are NOT for severe aggression or anxiety cases.
All programs require the owner(s) to take all of the information they have learned from the program, to work and continue with the training at home.
All packages are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Payment is due in full at the time of booking.
Our trainer is a balanced trainer and multiple training tools may be used safely & properly during training.
Missed Training Days:
If it is due to the fault of the owner, the dog will NOT be able to make up the training day.
If it is due to the fault of Prairie Dog being closed and/or the trainer being unexpectedly out, the trainer will reschedule that training day to their next availability.
Requirements
Proof of vaccinations
Training Form
Evaluation
Puppy Program
$ 400
Per PetAge: 3-5 Months
5 Days + 1 Hour “Go Home Lesson”
This is an introduction program where our trainer starts with the basics of obedience and provides you with the knowledge and skill to continue and work on training at home.
Puppy will be learning
Socialization with puppies & humans
Kennel training
Introduction to leash work
Introduction to sit, down & come
Included with Program
Training Booklet
Certificate
1-hour private “Go Home Lesson”
Long Leash
Beginner Obedience Program
$ 905
Per PetAge: 6 Months & Up
10 Days + 1 Hour “Go Home Lesson”
This program is where our trainer starts a good foundation of these commands, on leash. Then also providing you with the knowledge and skills to continue to work on the training at home.
Dog will be learning:
*All on Leash*
Sit (Stay)
Down (Stay)
Heel
Come
Place
Included with Program
Training Booklet
Certificate
Two 1 hour private lessons
Pinch Collar & Leash
Advanced Obedience Program
$ 1,330
Per PetAge: 6 Months & Up
15 Days + 1 Hour “Go Home Lesson”
This program is an advanced version of the beginner program. Our trainer will be working on the dog having a solid understanding of these commands with an introduction to e-collar and some off leash work. Our trainer will provide you with the knowledge and skills to continue the training at home.
Dog will be learning:
*All on Leash*
Sit (Stay)
Down (Stay)
Heel
Come (on & off leash)
Place
Kennel
Included with Program
Training Booklet
Certificate
Two 1-hour private lessons
Pinch Collar & Leash
E-Collar Program
$ 680
Per PetBeginner or Advanced Program Graduates ONLY
8 Days + 1 Hour “Go Home Lesson”
In this program our trainer will be introducing the e-collar and will be using it to teach an off-leash recall (“come”). Our trainer will also start off-leash work with the commands the dog has learned in the beginner obedience program. E-collar is not included, but information on where to buy the one used in training will be provided.
Included with Program
Certificate
1-hour private “Go Home Lesson”
E-collar Informational Booklet
Treadmill Program
$ 180
Per Pet3 Days
The 3 days consist of 3 treadmill sessions a day and ensures your dog is properly introduced, trained, and comfortable on the treadmill for future sessions.
After program completion, your dog will have LIFETIME availability for treadmill sessions at $15 per session!
*The Treadmill Program is required for any dog looking to do treadmill sessions*
Refresher/Enrichment Days
Refreshers: Working on specific problems the dog and owner are struggling with, learning something new, or just a refresher on the basics.
Enrichment: Activities to work the brain! Activities Include: Kongs, Snuffle Mats, Puzzle Games, Lick Mats, FitPaws Equipment, Confidence building activities, etc.
1 Day
$ 60
Per Pet*Previous Clients Only*
4 Days
$ 236
Per Pet*Previous Clients Only*
6 Days
$ 348
Per Pet*Previous Clients Only*
8 Days
$ 456
Per Pet*Previous Clients Only*
More Enrichment Activities Include:
Kongs
Snuffle Mats
Puzzle Games
Small Play Groups
Lick Mats
Pool Activities
*MORE to come*
Group Classes
Group classes are a great way to work on real-world scenarios, build a relationship with your dog, work on obedience around distractions, and also strengthen YOUR handling skills!
Confidence Building Class
$ 150
Per PetTuesdays at 7:30pm in March
5 Stations of different activities to build up confidence, problem-solve, and work through difficult scenarios!
*Prairie Dog Obedience Program Graduates ONLY*
Beginner Group Class
$ 200
Per PetTuesdays at 7:30pm in April
Working on the foundations of sit(stay), down(stay), heeling on a leash, place, and come.
*Open to New Clients After Approval*
Puppy Group Class
$ 150
Per PetTuesdays at 7:30pm in May
Working on exposure/socialization, grooming desensitization, leash skills, intro to: sit, down, and come.
Information about potty training, kennel training, mouthiness/biting.
*Open to New Clients After Approval*
All Group Classes Include:
1-hour long classes for 4 or 5 weeks
5 – 7 dogs per class
Time to talk & ask Sydney questions 1-on-1