Zippity Do Dog Training and Behavior Modification
Specializing in Family Dog Mediation and Dog Centered Training Informed by Science
training that doesn't hurt dogs, not even their feelings
training that doesn't hurt dogs, not even their feelings
DON'T GET CONNED
No Shock - No Choke - No Prong
We provide skills and manners training for puppies as well as adult dogs, using the Family Dog Mediation and L.E.G.S. model. We include foundational and safety skills, such as leave-it, drop-it, loose leash walking, polite greetings and recall (coming when called). We do this through direct 1:1 training in your home or virtually and owner coaching.
We also offer expectant parents with a dog(s) living in the home support around baby's homecoming, through The Dogs & Storks Program®
as well as The Dogs and Toddlers Program™ and post partum dog walking.
We also specialize in working with more challenging issues like anxious, fearful and reactive dogs. We routinely offer training and management plans for dogs that struggle with low confidence, fear based aggression, leash reactivity, as well as phobias such as light and shadow chasing, resource guarding, and incorporate regular manners training into those behavior plans.
At this time we do not provide Separation Anxiety training but we are working on it.
We coach and teach you how to live a more harmonious life with your dog by providing you with the tools, resources you and your dog need, and teach you the reason why the behavior is occurring in the first place. We help you build a deeper connection with your dog and we support you through the process by giving you the skills you need that will empower you, to help your dog.
We accept all dogs, of all ages and size. We do not discriminate and welcome pit bulls and pit bull type dogs, as well as large breed dogs.
Whether you're looking for basic manners or behavioral modification, we are here to help you on that journey.
We train the most important dog in the world...yours!
HOURS OF OPERATION
We are currently booking new clients for Puppy Manners and Adult Manners into April 2025
Leash Reactivity and and other Behavior Modification issues are booking into first week of April 2025.
Appointments are available Saturdays 10:30am to 3:00pm.
IN-PERSON BEHAVIOR CONSULTATIONS
In-Person Consultation appointments are only available on Monday's from 6:00pm-7:30pm.
Virtual Consultation appointments are available:
Friday 5:00pm-6:00pm OR 7:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday 5:00pm-6:00pm
Sunday 10:00am-11:00am
ABOUT VIRTUAL BEHAVIOR CONSULTATIONS
When it comes to most behavior problems, it is not necessary to see the behavior to diagnose it, or understand it. Many of examples of these behaviors are leash-reactivity, over-reactivity toward environmental triggers such as unfamiliar people and dogs, motor cycles, cars and other wheeled vehicles like bicycles and skate boards, as well as, unfamiliar men and delivery drivers. Most of these are universally common issues for many dogs, regardless of their breed, age or location. For many dogs it might be more comfortable to not have a stranger come to their home for a consultation. For phobias and ritualized behavior or more challenging issues, a short video clip(s) illustrating the behavior is sufficient.
Consultations whether in person or virtual will be the same service offering a follow-up summary, that includes what was discussed, observations, recommendations, management strategies, and a training plan/proposal with cost. The average turn-around time for a follow-up is 7-14 days, as each one is written specifically to your dog and situation.
If we think your dog may be more comfortable with this option we will reach out to you to reschedule.
No Shock - No Choke - No Prong
We provide skills and manners training for puppies as well as adult dogs, using the Family Dog Mediation and L.E.G.S. model. We include foundational and safety skills, such as leave-it, drop-it, loose leash walking, polite greetings and recall (coming when called). We do this through direct 1:1 training in your home or virtually and owner coaching.
We also offer expectant parents with a dog(s) living in the home support around baby's homecoming, through The Dogs & Storks Program®
as well as The Dogs and Toddlers Program™ and post partum dog walking.
We also specialize in working with more challenging issues like anxious, fearful and reactive dogs. We routinely offer training and management plans for dogs that struggle with low confidence, fear based aggression, leash reactivity, as well as phobias such as light and shadow chasing, resource guarding, and incorporate regular manners training into those behavior plans.
At this time we do not provide Separation Anxiety training but we are working on it.
We coach and teach you how to live a more harmonious life with your dog by providing you with the tools, resources you and your dog need, and teach you the reason why the behavior is occurring in the first place. We help you build a deeper connection with your dog and we support you through the process by giving you the skills you need that will empower you, to help your dog.
We accept all dogs, of all ages and size. We do not discriminate and welcome pit bulls and pit bull type dogs, as well as large breed dogs.
Whether you're looking for basic manners or behavioral modification, we are here to help you on that journey.
We train the most important dog in the world...yours!
HOURS OF OPERATION
We are currently booking new clients for Puppy Manners and Adult Manners into April 2025
Leash Reactivity and and other Behavior Modification issues are booking into first week of April 2025.
Appointments are available Saturdays 10:30am to 3:00pm.
IN-PERSON BEHAVIOR CONSULTATIONS
In-Person Consultation appointments are only available on Monday's from 6:00pm-7:30pm.
Virtual Consultation appointments are available:
Friday 5:00pm-6:00pm OR 7:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday 5:00pm-6:00pm
Sunday 10:00am-11:00am
ABOUT VIRTUAL BEHAVIOR CONSULTATIONS
When it comes to most behavior problems, it is not necessary to see the behavior to diagnose it, or understand it. Many of examples of these behaviors are leash-reactivity, over-reactivity toward environmental triggers such as unfamiliar people and dogs, motor cycles, cars and other wheeled vehicles like bicycles and skate boards, as well as, unfamiliar men and delivery drivers. Most of these are universally common issues for many dogs, regardless of their breed, age or location. For many dogs it might be more comfortable to not have a stranger come to their home for a consultation. For phobias and ritualized behavior or more challenging issues, a short video clip(s) illustrating the behavior is sufficient.
Consultations whether in person or virtual will be the same service offering a follow-up summary, that includes what was discussed, observations, recommendations, management strategies, and a training plan/proposal with cost. The average turn-around time for a follow-up is 7-14 days, as each one is written specifically to your dog and situation.
If we think your dog may be more comfortable with this option we will reach out to you to reschedule.
IN THE MEDIA
Decoding Your Canine Summit
The Herald News
Gunnel Pups
Pit Bull Synergy
Lee Desmarais of Zippity Do Dog Training was invited to contribute her expertise in the #1 Best Selling dog training book:
Positive Training for Aggressive and Reactive Dogs: Proven Techniques to Help Your Dog Recover from Fear and Anxiety
The book has currently sold out in several countries and other retailers in the US, but may be purchased directly from the publisher.
Decoding Your Canine Summit
The Herald News
Gunnel Pups
Pit Bull Synergy
Lee Desmarais of Zippity Do Dog Training was invited to contribute her expertise in the #1 Best Selling dog training book:
Positive Training for Aggressive and Reactive Dogs: Proven Techniques to Help Your Dog Recover from Fear and Anxiety
The book has currently sold out in several countries and other retailers in the US, but may be purchased directly from the publisher.
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