THE PET TEACHER
In-YOUR-Home Dog Training
248-232-3655
SERVICE AREA  
I'm based in the 48320 zip code area and conduct sessions within a 10 mile radius.  If
you live more than 10 miles from that zip code there will be a mileage fee of .38/mile
round trip beyond the 10 mile radius.  My session fees are very competitively priced,
and I now have to charge this mileage fee due to the increasing cost of gas.  It is a
small fee that will allow me to keep my session fees at an affordable price.  

Just a note that the IRS current standard mileage fee is .58/mile, so I've even
discounted the per-mile fee!  Mileage fees are payable according to our Payment Policy.
REMEMBER ...
8 out of 10 dogs
end up in a shelter
due to behavior
issues, primarily
from the lack of
proper training or
the mis-use of
training techniques.

If you can afford
the dog you must
also afford the
training!  Keep
your dog from
becoming another
sad shelter
statistic! Start
working with a
professional
trainer
knowledgeable in
the proper use of  
positive
reinforcement
methodology.  
Start the week
you bring your dog
to your home.
PAYMENT POLICY
Individual sessions require a 1-hour $68 non-refundable payment to schedule the
session date/time, plus mileage fee if applicable.  PayPal is the standard form of
payment, or a check may be sent and cleared by the bank 3 days prior to the session.  
If there is a balance due, it will be required at the completion of the session - cash or
check only.

All sessions must be pre-paid before an appointment can be scheduled.  Dates and
times are not considered booked until payment is received.  Payment must be received
within 24 hours of scheduling date/time or the session is automatically released
without further notification.  You will be required to complete our enrollment form
when scheduling the first session.

Please phone us to book your dates!  248-232-3655
BASIC GOOD MANNERS - WHAT YOU SHOULD START WITH  
First, YOU need to learn how your dog thinks and learns along with the proper way to
be your dog's leader (it's not fear, force, intimidation or mimicking a dog).  Then you
and your dog need to learn Eye Contact, Sit, Down, Leave It, Drop It, Stay, No
Jumping, Come When Called, and Loose Leash Walking.  These can be combined into a
package discount and generally require 6-8 hours of sessions.
FEES & CLASSES
SERVICE AREA & PAYMENT POLICY
SINGLE SESSION - All in-home appointments are conducted with a single-session
fee at $68/hour plus $17 for
each 15 minute increment after the first hour, one hour
minimum required.  We will discuss your needs over the phone and if you require more
than one session there is a
10% discount for three or more sessions when all sessions
are paid in full at the first session.
Please see below for Service Area, Applicable Mileage Fee and Payment Policy.

PHONE & EMAIL CONSULTATIONS -
Where appropriate we also offer phone or
email consultations.
Phone consultations are $30 per 30-minute minimum requirement and must be
pre-paid in order to book the consultation time.  
Email consultations are $20 for up to two questions (in one email) with one email
response from me.  Send me your question and I will email you a PayPal invoice.  When
that payment is processed I will respond to your question.
Your relationship with
your dog is unique and
special - your dog
training should be just
as exceptional.
GOT A GROUP - HOLD A WORKSHOP!
Get some of your friends or co-workers together for
a seminar or workshop.  Our workshops and seminars
can be conducted in your home, office,
vet's office or other location for a special fee.  
Call us at 248-232-3655 and we'll customize a
training package or special event
for you and your friends!
Do I Go Home Today?
By Shelia Thompson

My family brought me home
cradled in their arms.
They cuddled me and
smiled at me,
and said I was
full of charm.

They played and
laughed with me
they showered me
with toys.
I sure do love my family
especially the
girls and boys.

The children loved
to feed me,
they gave me
special treats.
They even let me
sleep with them
all snuggled in the sheets.

I used to go for walks,
often several times a day.
They even fought to
hold the leash,
I'm very proud to say.

These things I'll
never forget -
a cherished memory.
I now live in the shelter -
without my family.

They used to laugh and
praise me
when I played with
that old shoe.
But I didn't know
the difference
between the old one
and the new.

The kids and I would
grab a rag
for hours we would tug.
So I thought I did the
right thing when
I chewed the bedroom rug.

They said I was
out of control
and would have to
live outside.
this I did not understand,
although I tried and tried.

The walks they stopped,
one by one,
they said they
didn't have time.
I wish I could
change things,
I wish I knew my crime.

My life became so lonely,
in the backyard,
on a chain.
I barked and barked
all day long
to keep from going insane.

So they brought me
to the shelter
but were embarrassed
to say why.
They said I caused
an allergy,
then they kissed me
good-bye.

If only I'd had
some classes
as a little pup.
I wouldn't have been
so hard to handle when I
was all grown up.

"You only have one day left,"

I heard a worker say.
Does this mean I have a
second chance?
Do I go home today?
HOURS
November 1 - May 15
Monday-Thursday
10am-7pm
Saturday
10am-2pm
Friday, Sunday
Closed

May 15 - October 31
Monday-Thursday
10am-7pm
Friday
10am-2pm
Saturday, Sunday
Closed
PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
OTHER IDEAS (may require more than one hour/one session)
POTTY TRAINING ISSUES
MOUTHING AND NIPPING
TABLE/COUNTER SURFING
JUMPING ON PEOPLE
GO TO A DESIGNATED SPOT
HOW TO GREET GUESTS
BODY HANDLING ISSUES
GENTLE LEADER USE - no need for choke or prong collar
NOISE PHOBIAS
SEPARATION ANXIETY
CRATE ANXIETY
AGGRESSION
PREPARING YOUR DOG FOR A NEW BABY
WALKING ON LEASH
COME WHEN CALLED OUTDOORS
STAY
WAIT AT THE DOOR

Need something else?  Call me and I'll help you design your solution!



DID YOU KNOW ...

That in-store private
one-on-one sessions
cost $79/hour.  The
Pet Teacher sessions
are less expensive and
conducted IN YOUR
HOME where you and
your dog can learn in
your own environment.  
This is a much more
effective way to learn
for both of you!

You and your family
members can be
present, even the
nanny or house keeper
can be involved if they
interact with your dog!