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Glendale, AZ 5* Dog Trainer Offers In Home or Group Dog& Puppy Training

Kristie Halverson, owner of FurBabies & Friends, is a force free dog trainer specializing in puppy training, dog obedience training, in home canine behavior modification, and leash reactivity training.  Kristie travels in the Phoenix West Valley including Glendale, Peoria, and Sun City.  However, for an additional fee,  she may travel to other locations.

Kristie has had a passion for animals her whole life.   In fact, many clients to call her the dog whisperer.  During every interaction, clients are delighted by their dogs positive response to Kristie.  Moreover, clients feel relieved by her ability to tailor  any dog training to what works best for them. 

 Nevertheless, if you're struggling with your furbaby, reach out to schedule an evaluation.   After this meeting, Kristie will build a detailed training plan, including cost, to help you have the best relationship with your dog!

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Kristie's Favorite Dog Products, Professional Associations & Recognition

Almost daily, clients ask for Kristie's recommendations on various dog related products.  With 20 years as a dog mom and 7 as a professional dog trainer, Kristie narrowed these products to the best of the best.  This list includes categories like training treats, mental & physical stimulation, pet cleaning,  walking safety and leash reactivity training tools to name a few.  Curious?  Just click the button to view the website of Kristie's favorite dog products.
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Kristie is a proud member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers.Kristie Halverson is an approved AKC Star Puppy and CGC Evaluator.Kristie Halverson, FurBabies & Friends, positive reinforcement dog trainer, is part of the Pet Training Science Alliance.
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Dog & Puppy Training In Home Behavior Evaluation & Meet & Greet

For optimal results, Kristie offers an hour in home dog training evaluation.  The cost is $75.  However, $50 is applied to future training services.  First, this evaluation helps Kristie asses the canine while understanding the clients concerns.  Second, all behaviors are discussed along with outlining future goals and objectives.  Lastly, Kristie and the clients prioritize all behaviors.  Upon completion, Kristie sends a detailed training plan, including costs for review.  Gaining alignment before any training occurs is of the utmost importance to Kristie. 

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Help For Bad Dog Behaviors By A Professional Dog Trainer in Glendale & Surrounding Cities

Silver lab puppy completed puppy training in Phoenix with force free dog trainer.
At Home Puppy Training
Puppies are a handful!  Equal to the stress and commitment of having a baby.  Puppyhood is a crucial time for mental and physical development.  As a result, a puppy's experiences in their first year of life with people, places, and things shapes future behavior.  

With this in mind, don't take a puppy's first year for granted.  Seeking the help of a professional force free dog trainer early for at home puppy training will ward off much larger and expensive behavior problems once the puppy matures into an adult.
Australian Shepherd Fred completed dog obedience training at home to work on front door manners.
In Home Dog Training
One thing is for sure, we love our dogs!  Sometimes we love them more than anyone else in our life.  Despite this, as much as we love them, a naughty dog can create chaos, destruction and stress to our already stressful life.  

Occasionally these behaviors develop slowly.  In another case, dogs can enter our lives with pre-existing behavior issues.   When you find yourself in this situation, call for a one on one force free dog training help.  Kristie works with her clients to resolve the bad behaviors while providing information and tools for future success.
Mini Aussie Ralphie and his Chihuahua brother Atari completed dog obedience training classes Glendale, Arizona.
Group Dog Training
Engaging in dog obedience training stimulates your dog mentally and physically.  Obedience training is an effective way of draining your dogs energy improving their behavior.  Enrolling in group dog obedience school allows you and your dog to hone your obedience with the distractions of other people, places, and things.  Structured dog obedience training also creates solid communication between you and your dog, thus building a long lasting, fulfilling relationship.

Joining our dog obedience school is a cost effective way increase your dogs obedience no matter the distraction.  
Three fearful dog sibilings got help with force free dog training to enjoy life more.
Fearful or Under Socialized Dogs
Everyone wants a well adjusted dog that can go everywhere with them!  In spite of that and due to circumstances out of your control, your dog might not be ready.  Even more, building your dogs courage and confidence is extremely difficult and requires the help of a professional force free dog trainer to assist.

In the event that you find yourself leaving your precious furbaby at home due to her fearful behavior,  don't waste one more day missing these life experiences with your dog.  Call for your in home dog training evaluation which will create a roadmap for training to build her confidence and/or socialization so you can start enjoying life together!
German shepherd completed positive reinforcement dog day training program.
Dog Day Training or Board and Train
Todays world is filled with so many commitments it seems like there is no time to sleep.  If you're a busy person who wants a well trained dog and can commit to continued training during everyday life, then day training or a board and train would be a great option.

In either option, Kristie, a professional positive reinforcement dog trainer, will take on the heavy lifting.  Of course, owner participation during and follow through after training is imperative for success.  Depending on the program and your goals, training can take place in your home or out in the community. Conversely to a traditional board and train, day training is a new concept where training happens during the day keeping your dog with you at night.
Woman walking a toy poodle on a loose leash after completing leash reactivity training with FurBabies & Friends.
Leash Reactivity Training
Walking your dog should be a relaxing activity.  Certainly, it should be an activity you both look forward to.  

Unknowingly, we take away a dogs ability to flight when we leash our dog.  Consequently, the dogs only real options are to freeze, which may not make sense, or fight for survival.  Over time, the dog builds power in leash reactivity making walks impossible.  Once behavior escalates, people quit walking their dogs.  Which inevitably makes the dogs in home behavior worse without an energy outlet.  If this sounds like your situation, don't give up.  Kristie trained her own leash reactive dogs and has helped hundreds of people take back their walks through leash reactivity training and desensitization.  Life is too short, take the walk back from your dog. 
The Roadmap to Successful Dog & Puppy Training
Force Free Dog training builds solid human and canine relationships.
FurBabies & Friends Dog Training Tips for Success
1.  Ideally, all family members must be present and actively participate as this helps with training method consistency and quickens your pups learning.
2.  Homework will be given and all family members must participate for desired results.
        *  As the saying goes, "You will get out what you put into it."
3.  Since the dog trainer doesn't live with you 24/7, taking ownership over your dogs training, including dedicating time, being consistent, and following through on instructions, is the only way to attain desired results.
4.  Have a bunch of bite size training treats available, from lowest to highest value, for your furbaby to utilizing depending on the level of difficulty or distraction during training
5.  Remember, be patient, this is like having to learn a new language, it doesn’t happen overnight.
       *  Learning new skills takes repetition and practice.
A Clients Commitments for Successful Dog Training
Creating lasting behavior changes in your dog requires time commitment, patience, and consistency from not only you, but your whole family.
Kristie's style and goal is to teach you how to properly train, motivate, and understand your furry baby to achieve the behaviors you would like to see.
Success may depend on making significant schedule changes in your life to make time for proper PHYSICAL & MENTAL EXERCISE to drain your pooches excess energy. The less energy she has, the more attentive and less distracted she will be when training.
**HUMAN AND DOG AGGRESSION TRAINING IS NOT PROVIDED; HOWEVER WE CAN RECOMMEND OTHER QUALIFIED RESOURCES WHEN REQUIRED.**
In Home Private & Group Class Dog Training 
Force free dog trainer Kristie Halverson teaching her pitbull puppy obedience training a down cue.
Hourly In Home Private Dog Training
*  Private sessions are at the clients location of choice

*  Discuss ahead of time via a call or an evaluation with Kristie specific issues you would like help with

*  Ideas of dog behaviors that may require individual training:
       >  Socialization/Confidence building or lack of trust with strangers
       >  Puppy socialization with new people, places or animals
       >  Leash pulling or lack of attention when walking
       >  Training a dog or puppy to walk on a leash
       >  How to train your dog to be obedient
       >  Trouble going to or at the vet
       >  Counter Surfing or other Destructive In Home Behaviors
       >  New baby or family member introductions
       >  Car travel issues like getting in, while riding or general car anxiety
       >  Over excitement and jumping on you and guests
Cost Per Hour:  $130
Private 1 Hour Dog Training Packages Cost

4 Sessions - $450

6 Sessions - $ 675

8  Sessions - $900

12 Sessions - $1300
In-Home & Group Dog Obedience Training
*  A training guide is provided with all commands, hand signals, and other beneficial information

*  Dog obedience training is taught through positive reinforcement methodologies so training treats or toys are necessary
       >  Get a FREE training treat bag to help with training

* Kristie Halverson, is a positive reinforcement, force free dog trainer and an approved AKC Star Puppy and CGC Evaluator in Glendale AZ

*  Basic Manners = Sit, Down, Stand, Watch, Off (people & things), Stay & Release, Come, & Leash Manners

*  Intermediate Manners = Place & Release, Heel & Reel, Front, Middle, Touch, Wait, Pivot, Back, Back Up, Orbit, Weave, Spin, Twirl,  Off Leash Recall, Focused Heeling & Advanced Leash Walking with Directional Changes
Private 1 Hour In Home Obedience Training
Beginning Obedience - 4 Sessions - $450

Intermediate Obedience - 4 Sessions - $450

Beginning & Intermediate Obedience - 8 Sessions - $900
1 Hour Group Dog Obedience Classes
**BONUS**  PURCHASE OF ONE GROUP CLASS GETS ADMITTANCE TO THE SAME FUTURE CLASS FOR FREE

Beginning Obedience - 8 Classes - $350

Intermediate Obedience - 8 Classes - $350

Socialization & Confidence Building - 8 Classes - $350

All group classes and locations are posted on the FurBabies & Friends Facebook Page linked below
Upcoming Group Dog Training Dates
Beginning Obedience Group Class Start Days & Times:

FALL 2025 CLASSES COMING SOON

Intermediate Obedience Group Class Start Days & Times:

FALL 2025 CLASSES COMING SOON

More detailed information about classes is located on the FurBabies & Friends Facebook Business Page linked below.
Sign Up For Group Training Classes' on the FurBabies & Friends Facebook Events Page
Kristie Halverson is an approved AKC Star Puppy and CGC Evaluator.Daphne the German Shephard attending dog obedience training class with positive reinforcement trainer Kristie Halverson in Glendale, AZ.
Clients purchasing a training package or several training sessions received a FREE training treat bag of their choice to assist in their positive reinforcement training journey.
Positive reinforcement dog trainer, Kristie Halverson, at FurBabies & Friends provides a FREE training treat bag to all clients to assist in training.
Katie the Golden Doodle Puppy during some Puppy Training in Scottsdale, AZ
Puppy 101 & Puppy MannersTraining
*  A training guide with all content and commands provided at beginning of session
*  Puppy training will review and cover the following topics:
       >  Basic knowledge and information for a new puppy
       >  Housebreaking and Positively Potty Training
       >  Proper Introduction to Crate to Reduce Anxiety
       >  No Bite/Soft Mouth- to discourage play biting & taking treats nicely
       >  Proper Introduction to Collar & Leash - increase puppy's ability to be handled and          manage energy level/attention
       >  Preventing Resource or Food Guarding/Aggression
       >  Name Game - helping your puppy learn her name for immediate recall
       >  Leave It/Take It - a command to get your puppy to leave something alone with a release
       >  Drop It/Trade - a command to get your puppy to let go of an object and not create resource guarding issues, also useful for fetch
       >  Review of Socialization and Experience musts for a well balanced puppy/dog

Puppy Basics Training - 4 Private 1 Hour In Home Sessions - $450

   # Includes a 30 minute temperament assessment with trainer for access to socializations

Puppy Basics Training Plus Obedience - 8 Private 1 Hour Sessions - $900


 Specialty Dog Training Options
Private dog trainer in Phoenix AZ helps a mini poodle learn how to dance as a trick.
Specialty & Specific Behavior Dog Training
*  3 In Home 1 Hour Sessions - $375
*  Includes a packet of content reviewed with greater details
*  Doorbell/Boundary Training - desensitization to doorbell/knocks to reduce barking and arousal along with boundary training of thresholds to prevent door darting
*  Trick Training - a fun way to continue to build your relationship with your dog while building on obedience fundamentals.
       >  Tricks include: Sit Pretty, Shake, Dance, Roll Over, Bow, Crawl
Introducing a new dog or puppy to the house can be stressful, our dog behavior specialist can help dog introductions go smoothly.
New Dog & Resident Dog Introduction Assistance
*  Service area is 20 miles from 85308
*  Do you need help introducing dogs together for the first time?
*  Did you get a new puppy and need help introducing him safely to your resident dog?
*  The trainer will come, assess temperaments of each dog, and determine safest approach to introduce
       >  Depending on temperament assessment, not all dogs may be able to be successfully introduced
*  Cost:  $375 - 3 One Hour Sessions
Leash Manners & Leash Reactivity Training
Three well dogs walking together after leash reactivity training in Glendale, AZ.
Training for Loose Leash Walking or Leash Reactivity
Do you struggle walking your dog?  Does your dog pull the entire walk or not pay attention walking wherever he wants to go?  Has his poor walking skills left you unable to walk him or enjoy great exercise time together? Did your dog become reactive to dogs on leash or other people or things for that matter>

Kristie will give you the tools and confidence to take the walk back and get back to enjoying the time you spend outside with your dog.  Depending on your dogs leash walking issues, there are two programs the outside and exercise together with two options depending on the leash walking severity.
Perfect Exercise Pal - Leash Training - 2 Weeks - $350
Great option for those pooches that need more focus and greater engagement during the walk.  This program will get you the appropriate leash training tool, teach you how to train a dog to walk on leash, creating the appropriate walk structure and commands that will reduce pulling, unwanted sniffing or marking, and even zig zag walking due to distractions.

*  Total Program Length - 2 Weeks
*  Timing of Training - Walks with trainer 3 times a week for 30 minutes each time
*  Review of Training - Trainer to review everything with family for 30 minutes end of each week
UnReactive Rover - Leash Reactivity Training - 4 Weeks - $900
If your furbaby is people or dog reactive on leash, for instance lunges, barks, spins, etc, around other dogs or people this can be a frightening experience.  The goal of this program is to help give you the tools to learn to spot and manage these reactions while the trainer focus's on the same thing with positive reinforcement, counter conditioning, and desensitization to create better experiences to build on.  A longer training period is needed to correct or minimize leash reactivity, and may require additional time depending on the severity.

*  Total Program Length - 4 Weeks
*  Timing of Training - Walks with trainer 3 times a week for 30 minutes each time
*  Review of Training - Trainer to review everything with family for 30 minutes end of each week
6:30pm Friday Night Pack Walk & Socialization Events
Friday night packs walks started in Fall of 2024.  These get togethers are a fantastic opportunity for safe dog socialization, improving leash manners, and even working on your dogs leash reactivity.  Positive reinforcement dog trainer, Kristie, leads the walks, provides assistance, answers questions, and ensures safety during the walk.

Pack Walk Details 
*  Friday's from 6:30pm-7:30pm  (weather permitting)
*  Walks are held at different parks in the North, Central & West Valley
*  Cost:  Varies between $5-$20 depending on attendance
*  Event details are/will be posted on FurBabies & Friends Facebook Events page
Visit the FurBabies & Friends Facebook Events Page for Location Information or to Sign Up
Trainer Assisted Day Training or Board & Train Programs
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Dog & Puppy Day Training or Board and Train Options
*  Do you want a well mannered and obedient dog or puppy but lack the time to train?

*  Do you wish you could come home and have your dog/puppy already trained?

*  Do you want to save more than 30% for a complete package vs. paying hourly?

We have the perfect solution for busy people who have a hard time finding MORE time in their already packed schedule to train their dog/puppy.  The answer is DAY TRAINING or BOARD & TRAIN!  In day training, the trainer comes to your house while you are away and trains your dog/puppy on certain commands or behavior issues and reviews with you at the end of the week for consistency.  With Board & Trains, your furbaby will get immersed 24/7 into training at the trainers house with her furbabies and follow a regimented schedule to achieve the family's desired behaviors

<<<  Basic Requirements to Enroll In Any Day Training or Board & Train Program  >>>

*  Any Dog/Puppy must show proof of current vaccinations, DHPP2, Rabies, Bordatella
*  Puppies may start training after 2nd round of shots, outings will occur after 3rd round
*  All furbabies will be temperament tested and evaluated by the trainer before admittance
*  Start of program will depend on trainers schedule and commitments
*  Additional behavior or areas of focus can be added for an extra fee
*  Completion of a program grants admission to any boarding or socialization event
*  Entire family must participate and meet with trainer based on program requirements 
*  All family members  must participate and actively follow training instructions for long term benefit, trainer will demonstrate all techniques covered for implementation
*  Be honest in communicating training progress, participation in training, in addition to communicating their furbabies struggles so trainer can address before completion
FurBabies & Friends puppy training client sophie giving kisses after puppy training.
Perfect Puppy Day Training Program - $900
The Perfect Puppy Day Training Program is designed for puppies aged 14 weeks to 5 months who are ready to start life on the right paw! This program focuses on creating positive first experiences in your puppy's world, building a strong foundation for good behavior and confidence. Your puppy will learn essential basic behaviors while being gently introduced to other animals and dogs, helping them understand doggy etiquette and grow comfortable in new environments. The first year is critical for setting your puppy up for success, and investing now will prevent costly behavior issues down the road!

*  Total Program Length - 4 Weeks
*  Timing of Training - Puppy Training is done 3 times a week for 30 minutes each time
*  Review of Training - Trainer to review everything with family for 30 minutes every Saturday
*  Topics covered in training include:
Commands

Name Recall
Leave It/Take It
Drop It/Trade
Off (Jumping Up)
Learning

Potty Training
Crate Training
No Bite
Soft Mouth
Food Handling
Toy Handling
Walking on Leash
Experiences

Intro to Collar
Intro to Leash
Outing to Place
Playgroup Social
Car Travel
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Delightful Dog Day Training Program - $1250
Delightful Dog Day Training Program is best for dogs 7 months and older whose furrents would like them to be more obedient and well mannered both in the house and out.  Upon completion, your furbaby  will know basic commands and comply at the 1st request.  Additionally, this program will also expand on the positive socialization and other experiences necessary to build a well mannered and confident dog.

*  Total Program Length - 6 Weeks
*  Timing of Training - Dog Training is done 3 times a week for 30 minutes each time
*  Review of Training - Trainer to review everything with family for 30 minutes for 4 Saturday's
*  Topics covered in training include:
Commands

Name Recall
Sit
Down
Stand
Watch
Off (Jumping Up)
Stay
Come
Learning

Leash Walking
Meeting People On Leash
Meeting People Off Leash
Front Door Manners
Experiences

Outing to Places
Playgroup Socials
Pack Walk
Stranger Confidence
Car Travel
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Perfect Pooch Day Training Program - $2250
Perfect Pooch Day Training Program is best for dogs 7 months and older whose furrents want a high level of obedience from their furbaby.  The goal of this program is for your furbaby to master the basic cues and and comply upon the 1st request. Toward the end of this program, you will have the perfect pooch that you can take anywhere with anyone. Be prepared to be stopped by everyone complimenting you on how amazing your furbaby is!!

*  Total Program Length - 10 Weeks
*  Timing of Training - Dog Training is done 3 times a week for 30 minutes each time
*  Review of Training - Trainer to review everything with family for 30 minutes for 6 Saturday's
*  Topics covered in training include:
Commands

Name Recall
Sit
Down
Stand
Watch
Off (Jumping Up)
Stay
Come
Heel
Place
Back
Learning

Leash Walking
Off Leash Recall
Meeting People On Leash
Meeting People Off Leash
Front Door Manners
Home Boundaries
Experiences

Outing to Places
Playgroup Socials
Pack Walk
Stranger Confidence
Car Travel
Hiking Adventure
Outside café
Furbabies & Friends board and trains are an intensive dog boarding obedience school for all dogs big and small  in Glendale, AZ
Dog Board and Train Program - $2500
Board & Train program is an immersive experience.  Your furbaby will live and take part in the trainer activities along with individual daily training.  This program is for dogs 7 months and older whose furrents want a jump start on obedience, leash manners or socialization help. The goal of this program is for your furbaby to master all of the basic commands and comply upon the 1st request. At the end of this program, your furbaby will be transformed into a well behaved, happy, social and outgoing dog.

*  Total Program Length - 2 Weeks
*  Timing of Training - Training will happen all day, with individual training 90 minutes everyday
*  Review of Training - Trainer to review everything with family for 1 hour at the end of the program
*  Topics covered in training include:
Commands

Name Recall
Sit
Down
Stand
Watch
Off (Jumping Up)
Stay
Come
Heel
Place
Back
Learning

Loose Leash Walking
Off Leash Recall
Meeting People On Leash
Meeting People Off Leash
Front Door Manners
Home Boundaries
Experiences

Outing to Places
Playgroup Socials
Pack Walk
Stranger Confidence
Car Travel
Hiking Adventure
Outside café
Our Dog Training Philosophy is About RESPPPECT
Reward based positive reinforcement and force free dog training methods are the sole techniques used by Kristie.  She believes these methodologies are the most effective way to build a healthy human canine relationship on trust and respect.  Most importantly, by using positive and force free dog training methods, you will achieve longer lasting results by establishing a mutual caring relationship. To the contrary, the use of punishment or aversion techniques create compliance out of fear or avoidance.  We do not believe in shock collars or other negative training techniques.  Rather, we believe in providing consistent guidance, setting clear expectations and rewarding and/or praising behaviors you want. In the end, a positive approach to training ensures life long trust, love and friendship.
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How You Help Your Dog When He Becomes A Stressor Defines Your Character

There are times when people find themselves in tough situations in regards to their dogs behavior.  They may struggle with the embarrassment and shame of it all.  But, when we bring a new animal into our homes, we accept the responsibility for their health, basic necessities, safety and behavior.  Regardless of the timing, we must admit we need help.  Once you identify the problem, take action.  Do not wait too long before getting the help you and your furbaby needs.

 Being a great dog owner is more than just providing basic necessities.  Great dog owners do everything to set their furbaby up for success, including training.  This is exactly where FurBabies & Friends can help.  Kristie, a force free dog trainer, helps people address the human and canine aspects of dog training.  Asking an expert for help is the most selfless thing you can do for your furbaby.  

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6339 W. Tonopah Dr.
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