Training

Thank you for visiting our training page! For your convenience, Uptown dog has a variety of training options in both group and private settings. Our programs are designed to save you time, money, energy, and frustration by equipping you with the information and knowledge you need to accomplish your training goals. Do you want a dog that understands what  behavior is expected and is happy to do it for you? Do you want a dog who walks nicely on a leash? Do you want a dog who is well-socialized and well-behaved in public? We can help you get there!

All training is done personally by Brian Bergford, Dog Behavior Specialist and owner of Uptown Dog. Brian's expertise lies in the following areas:
Advanced Training - creating reliable obedience and well-mannered dogs
Behavior Modification and Rehabilitation - addressing annoying, problem, and potentially dangerous behaviors
Pack Work - creating healthy, stable packs of dogs and utilizing this pack dynamic to teach other dogs about appropriate social behavior

Everyone desires a deep bond with their canine companion. Brian believes that the foundation of a healthy relationship with your dog is rooted in providing them with appropriate and natural outlets to ensure physical and mental stability. When a dog is happy and fulfilled, the result is a dog that is easy to love and live with! A happy and stable dog is also much more eager to please. They actually learn new skills faster and are more predictable in their behavior. Let Brian help you develop this special kind of bond and enjoy all the benefits of a well-behaved and well-trained dog!

Below is a list of offerings from Uptown Dog. Please note that we will always be happy to develop customized plans tailored to your needs even if they aren't specifically covered in the topics listed below. Please call us today to discuss your training needs! The initial phone consultation is free of charge and allows us to make recommendations to ensure you and your dog's training gets off on the right foot (and paw).

   and our personal favorite...
 

• Training for the:
  Counter-surfing, Couch-jumping, Trash-eating, Barking, Lunging, Grouchy, Off-the-wall, Constantly In-your-face, High Energy, Super Pushy, "What Was I Thinking - I Don't Know What to do With This Crazy Dog" Dog.

• Group Class pricing is based on availability and running length of the class. Please call to inquire about current class offerings.
• Private One-on-One Training with Brian Bergford is $75 per hour and is normally at your home. If it's your first session, it may require up to 1.5 - 2 hours to cover the necessary material (depending on training needs that are being addressed).
• Private Training Package ($215): our package consists of an initial 2-hour consul-tation/training session to address your training goals. In the first session, we will do hands-on work for you and your dog and develop a training protocol. Over the next week or two you'll continue the work with your dog to reinforce and strengthen the behaviors we've worked on. At that time, Brian will return for a 1-hour session to help you fine-tune your training. The Private Training Package includes both the initial 2-hour session and the 1-hour follow-up appointment. The package is designed to strengthen your relationship with your dog and give you a solid foundation for your training.
• Board and Train packages are also available and pricing is based upon length of stay and behaviors you want your dog to learn. Board and Train packages are built to include at least one Private follow-up session to teach you how to properly work with your dog and ensure the training "sticks" when they return home.

  * Additional charges may apply for distance visits and travel

Please visit our About Us and Memberships and Certifications pages for additional information.

 "Having Brian's help with my dogs has been such a blessing to me. I have two female dogs - a 3 year old Aussie Shepherd mix and a 6 year old Italian Greyhound. They had been having many behavior issues, one of which was barking while I was away which caused me to be labeled as a 'bad neighbor'. Brian understands dogs. After spending just a few hours with my dogs, I felt like I had new pets! I think they felt a sense of relief that someone around them was finally 'speaking dog'. Honey, Princess and I thank Brian for bringing Peace and Harmony into our household!"

- Carol Kildow

Thornton, CO