Offering professional, positive, and family-friendly dog training and behavior modification services in Bloomington, Indiana, and surrounding areas. Since 2012, we have been helping both pets and their owners understand each other better and live together in harmony. We’re committed to improving the lives of both humans and companion animals through humane education, individualized consulting, dog training, and behavioral support.
We offer professional, positive, family-friendly, and force-free training for all breeds, ages, and backgrounds in both single and multi-dog households. From puppy training to basic and advanced obedience, off-leash skills, reactivity, behavior modification, and solutions for aggression and anxiety, we can help with all your dog training needs!
Our Philosophy
At Train Loyal Companions, LLC, we believe successful training involves both the pet and the person. That’s why our programs are customized to fit your lifestyle and goals, ensuring a balanced, long-lasting bond with your dog.
It’s never too late to teach an old dog new tricks and we believe it’s never too late to train any pet or pet parent. Whether you’re working with a brand-new puppy or a long-time companion, our services are designed with both of you in mind.
We work collaboratively with you to understand, manage, and modify challenging behaviors using science-based, positive reinforcement methods. Together, we’ll uncover the root cause of problem behaviors and build a clear, compassionate training plan that works.
Services
Behavior Consultation
Have specific questions about your dog's behavior or training? Our certified professional dog trainer offers telephone or virtual consultations to provide prompt support and guidance tailored to your needs. To set up a behavior consultation call or email with your availability, a brief description of your dog (age, breed, housemates, unwanted behaviors, etc.), training goals, and your questions. The first fifteen-minute phone consultation per household is free. Our ears are open to you!
Professional Training
Unlock your dog's potential with our professional training sessions, designed to establish a strong foundation in obedience and behavior through positive reinforcement techniques. List a couple of your training goals and a professional dog trainer creates a plan and will coach you to successfully reach those goals. A one-hour session can address three to six commands, goals, or questions. Sessions can be scheduled in your home, neighborhood, or community.
Professional Handling
Professional handling is like homeschooling for your pup! If you have a busy schedule, our professional handling service can be added to any training program or package. If you're short on time or need extra support, a certified professional dog trainer can work with your canine near your home or in your neighborhood. You may choose whether to be present during a handling session. Note: this service does not include traveling with or transporting canines.
Perfect Puppy Starter Program
An ultimate training starter program for puppies as young as two months old covering puppy development, handling skills, crate training, house training, grooming tips, socialization, puppy manners, beginner obedience, and bad behavior prevention. This starter program is exceptionally great for the first-time puppy owner. It includes puppy training, skills practice, handler coaching, and a written program guide.
The Courteous Canine Course
Teach your canine class with this courteous canine course! A comprehensive foundation training program for dogs of any age covers all basic obedience, doggy manners, socialization, bad behavior prevention, and more. It includes dog training, skills practice, handler coaching, and a written program guide.
Recovering from Reactivity Program
Train Loyal Companion’s most popular program. This remedial socialization training program treats mildly reactive behaviors, including leash reactivity, barrier frustration, and fear aggression. The trainer will work closely with you, your family, and your dogs to implement a proven problem-solving process. It includes training, skills practice, handler coaching, and a written program guide.
Have multiple dog training goals? Address all your training goals and dog behavior concerns in addition to teaching and proofing all basic manners and obedience in a customizable training program.
List your training goals, and a professional trainer will create a plan and coach you toward success.
We offer engaging, age-appropriate humane education lessons for preschools, churches, youth groups, family events, local rescue groups, and animal shelters.
Our most popular session, the Youth Dog Bite Prevention Plan, includes a short, interactive presentation followed by hands-on practice in safely meeting a canine companion. Participants also receive a free humane education booklet: It’s Cool to Be Kind.
Additional lesson topics include:
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Compassion fatigue in animal welfare workers
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Nervous Nelson Navigating Troubles, an emotional regulation coloring booklet
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Understanding working dog roles and titles
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Custom topics available upon request
All humane education lessons are completely free. Donations are always appreciated but never required.
Train Loyal Companions, LLC collaborates with other professionals to offer group training classes, educational lectures, and workshops. Classes offered include Pet Tech’s PetSaver Program, Canine Leash Skills Workshops, Obedience Drill Sessions, and more!
Are you interested in receiving a 2-year pet first aid and CPR certification with skills practice and training? Check out pet first aid classes. Privately hosted group classes are available. Contact us to schedule a class or search for nearby classes online, at www.PetTech.net.
