Dog Sports & Adventure Training
ft. Journey & Quest
Something Fun For Everyone!
Whether you are looking for fun ways to enrich your dog, get involved in dog sports for fun or for competition or just to find something that you and your dog can enjoy together, we can help!
Owning a dog shouldn’t be just about teaching basic skills and going on a walk in the neighborhood. Owning a dog should be fun and enjoyable for both you and your dog. One of Anthony’s favorite things to do with dogs is to develop a relationship by spending time together doing dog sports or activities the dog enjoys. This could be something as simple as going for a hike in the woods, teaching play skills or learning a dog sport for fun or competition.
Journey and Anthony at a Nose Work Competition
We Can Help With…
Outdoor Adventure Training:
On leash or off leash hikes
Running next to a bike or pulling a bike
Weight pull
Parkour
Swimming
Dog Sports For Fun Or Competition:
Nose work/scent work
Agility
Obedience
Retrieving Games
Dog sport foundation skills
Play Skills
Tug of war with rules
Impulse control
Play as a reward in training
Trick training
Learning to run on a treadmill
AKC CGC preparation training
AKC CGC Certification Test Available
The Benefits Of Dog Sports & Adventure Training:
Provides your dog with an outlet to meet their energy needs, mentally and physically.
Reduces and improves behavior issues such as reactivity, anxiety, excessive attention-seeking, demanding behaviors and more!
Builds confidence, especially in those who lack it.
Develops and improves impulse control skills.
Cultivates a stronger relationship and connection between you and your dog.
Teaches and improves training skills.
Quest and Anthony competing in Sheep Herding
Take A Look At These Videos To See Some Of The Dog Sports & Outdoor Adventures Anthony Participates In!
Swimming
Quest Sheep Herding
6 Hiking Skills
Agility with Journey
Hiking
Nose Work Competition
Adventures With Anthony and His Dogs
Hiking the Hudson Valley
Hiking the Finger Lakes Region
Off Leash Winter Hike
Swimming with their friend Lola
Quest competing in Sheep Herding
Checking out a waterfall
Journey competing in agility
First place at an agility trial
Exploring the Hudson Valley
Our Approach & Philosophy
We approach each dog as an individual, helping them to be the best version of themselves while teaching you how to be the best owner for your dog. Whether your aim is to address a behavior issue, train a new puppy, achieve advanced skills or simply learn how to be the best dog owner, we are here to help. Through one-on-one lessons, we will help you understand who your dog is, then come up with strategies to achieve your goals.
You will learn to:
Understand who your dog is and why they do the things they do.
Train your dog using reward-based training methods, enjoyable exercises and play.
Address your dog’s sometimes inconvenient behavior(s).
Provide appropriate enrichment and exercise opportunities.
Develop an enjoyable relationship with your dog.
Guide and set your dog up for success, both in and out of the home.
Create clear and consistent rules and boundaries.
NOTE: We do NOT offer quick-fix approaches.
Our Philosophy
We believe each dog is an individual. As individuals, each dog learns, works and is motivated in different ways. Because we view each dog as an individual, we do not believe in one training method or approach.
Our dog training and behavior modification approach incorporates a variety of methods and styles; though we mainly focus on using positive reinforcement, reward-based techniques and play, as we believe training and learning should be enjoyable, motivating, as well as cultivate a relationship. This is done by using food, toys and play, praise and attention, and/or exploration as rewards for behaviors we want to see more of.
Our goal is to help you and your dog succeed. Together, we will determine what the best training methods, strategies and tools for your dog and you will be so that you can achieve your goals and live your best lives together.
If you would like see what our training looks like, take a look at some of the videos throughout the website and on our social media channels.
Client Testimonials
“When I first started I was very hesitant to pick a trainer but I am so glad I picked Anthony to work with Bailey. He really cares about the relationship you are building with your dog and is willing to go the extra mile to help in anyway possible.”
-Anthony L.
“Anthony also showed me how to incorporate play into our training in a way that keeps Arlo engaged, happy, and excited to learn. The sessions were fun, dynamic, and tailored to Arlo’s personality, making the process enjoyable for both of us.”
-Vinny G.
“Anthony is truly an amazing dog trainer and we are so thankful that we found him. Our dog Koda has come so far since we’ve started training with him. He’s helped us manage and improve Koda’s reactivity towards other dogs and people. We can now enjoy walking Koda because of everything we’ve learned from Anthony. “
-Jackie B.