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BASIC MANNERS PUPPY WORKSHOP

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BASIC MANNERS PUPPY WORKSHOP

Our enriching Puppy Workshop capitalizes on the most formidable learning period
for any dog – the Critical Learning Period


BASIC MANNERS PUPPY WORKSHOP


A FOUNDATIONAL BEHAVIOR BOARD & TRAIN STYLE PROGRAM FOR PUPPIES

Offering 2 Workshop Levels; BASIC Workshop & PLUS Workshop

Exclusively for puppies under the age of 18 weeks (with NO serious behavior
issues) – No Exceptions!


"THIS PROGRAM IS AMAZING!"

Capitalizing on a dog’s most influential time of life – The Critical Learning
Period

The Basic Manners Puppy Workshop is a specialized Board & Train Program that is
specifically designed to positively influence certain aspects of puppy behavior
that are profoundly malleable during the most crucial “training phase” of any
puppy’s life, the Critical Learning Period (arguably 8 to 18 weeks of age).

This period is arguably the most influential time for learning that a dog will
ever experience.


BASIC MANNERS IS AVAILABLE IN 2 PUPPY WORKSHOPS

BASIC Workshop

Specifically for owners who contact us AFTER puppy arrives in the home

 * * * for puppies between 12-18 weeks of age. No Exceptions!

 * 14 Days of Board & Train – Positive Socialization & Foundational Behavior
   Building
 * 1 Re-Home Session – In-Home Human Training for you and your entire family
 * 1 Follow-Up SleepOver (3-day min) – to ensure continued forward progress
   
   
   * Exact Rates by Service Area can be found below

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PLUS Workshop

Specifically for owners who contact us BEFORE the puppy arrives in the home

 * * * for puppies between 8-12 weeks of age. No Exceptions!

 * 1 In-Home Training Session (2-3 hours)  – within 3-5 days of puppy’s arrival
   +
 * 14 Days of Board & Train – Socialization & Foundational Behavior building +
 * 1 Re-Home Session (2-3 hours) – human training to ensure consistency 
 * 1 Follow-Up SleepOver (3-day min) – to ensure continued forward progress
   
   
   * Exact Rates by Service Area can be found below

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WHAT IS THE CRITICAL LEARNING PERIOD?

and why is it so important or “Critical”?

 

In Canine Developmental Psychology, a critical period is a maturational stage of
puppyhood during which the nervous system is especially sensitive to certain
environmental stimuli. If, for some reason, the puppy does not receive the
appropriate stimulus, during this Critical Learning Period, to learn a given
skill or behavioral trait, it may be difficult, ultimately less successful, or
even impossible to develop some functions later in life.

There are essentially 7 main Critical Periods, of learning, in a puppy’s life.


THERE IS NO MORE INFLUENTIAL TIME FOR YOU AND YOUR PUPPY TO WORK TOGETHER TO
CREATE A FUTURE
FILLED WITH PEACE, HARMONY AND BEHAVIORAL BALANCE!


THERE IS NO MORE INFLUENTIAL TIME FOR YOU AND YOUR PUPPY TO WORK TOGETHER TO
CREATE A FUTURE FILLED WITH PEACE, HARMONY AND BEHAVIORAL BALANCE!

This Puppy Workshop will cover ALL the basics like Housebreaking, Crate
Training, Mouthing/Nipping, Name Association (the pre-cursor to solid Recall),
Leash Acclimation & more!  But most importantly and highly influenced during
this learning period…we provide the absolute pinnacle of positive and productive
Puppy Socialization.

Our expert team of well-experienced humans and behaviorally-balanced canines
will work to “install” an organic “coat of armor” around your puppy through
natural processes including Social Facilitation, Allelomimetic Behaviors &
Stimulus Desensitization. 

Your puppy will leave our Basic Puppy Manners Workshop with enhanced social and
self-confidence and will be less “bothered” by every-day environmental stimuli
such as cars driving by, loud trucks, barking dogs, etc.

Making a commitment this tough, at such a prominent stage of your puppy’s life,
will easily be the most beneficial and unselfish sacrifice you could ever make
for your four-legged friend and will reap incredible benefits for years to come!

* Puppies must be at least 12 weeks old and have received 2 sets of “puppy
shots” to attend the Board & Train portion of the Basic Manners Puppy Workshop!

 

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BASIC MANNERS PUPPY WORKSHOP


BASIC WORKSHOP

Does your puppy qualify for the BASIC Workshop?


DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOUR SITUATION?

I already have my puppy at home. The pup has been here for more than a week or
two and we are realizing that we could use some help with training. There are NO
serious behavior issues, but we are having a little trouble with some of the
"basics" and want to be sure to start our puppy out on the right paw! I would
also like to address any Undesirable Behaviors before they fully develop.


PUPPY WORKSHOP - PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

for BOTH Levels of Workshop – BASIC & PLUS

 * 14 days of All-Natural Behavior Training and Socialization
 * 1 or 2 In-Home Human Training Sessions for the entire family
 * Identifying and addressing ALL potential future trouble spots
 * Installing a solid and balanced Behavioral Foundation
 * Starter Leash and Martingale Collar provided
 * Using Positive-Based Training ONLY
 * Addressing ALL common puppy training needs
 * Unlimited Support for the life of your dog!


PLUS WORKSHOP

Does your puppy qualify for the PLUS Workshop?


DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOUR SITUATION?

I have NOT brought my puppy home yet but wanted to be as proactive as possible
and schedule an In-Home Session to take place within a few days of puppy's
arrival. This will allow me to identify and address Undesirable Behaviors before
they even start. I understand that I will need to follow the practices
prescribed by the trainer between the 1st In-Home Session and the Board & Train
part of the program, as well as when the puppy comes back home!


WHAT'S COVERED? WHAT DO WE WORK ON?

in BOTH Levels of Workshop – BASIC & PLUS

 * Housebreaking - all-natural, highly successful solutions
 * Bite Inhibition - safe & gentle methods for mouthing, nipping
 * Impulse Control - the root of most undesirable behaviors
 * Positive Socialization - with other puppies & the Pack
 * Stimulus Desensitization - sight, sound and movement
 * Leash Acclimation - the foundation for Loose-Leash Walking
 * Positive Name Association - the foundation for a solid Recall
 * Attention-Seeking Behaviors - no more Jumping Up, Barking, etc.


THE CRITICAL LEARNING PERIOD

To many well-intentioned owners, it may seem almost unheard of to send their
puppy away to “camp” not too long after bringing that cute little “fuzz-ball”
into their home. 

But, if there is one thing we know with absolute certainty…it is that you really
only get one shot at doing things “right” during this most crucial learning
period in your puppy’s life.

There’s never any question whether or not owners want their pups to grow up
being well-adjusted with good behavior. But what is never fully-known is an
owner’s knowledge & ability, as well as the amount of time & resources available
to them to devote to being 100% consistent in the practices of training their
own puppy.

If ample time and effective effort are not committed at this early stage…well,
then that clearly opens up opportunities for the puppy to learn to practice
self-serving undesirable behaviors that can easily become negatively developed
behavioral patterns that become entrenched in the dog’s repertoire…and once that
happens…it’s too late!

It’s far more easy and effective to avoid the development of undesirable
behaviors than it is to “fix” them once they are fully developed. 

Think of it like this…you wouldn’t wait to put insurance on your car until after
you get into an accident…so why take a “wait & see” attitude to your puppy’s
future behaviors?

 

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THE LEADER-FOLLOWER BOND

 

The Leader-Follower Bond (Nature vs. Nurture)

A dog’s ability and readiness to properly meet the demands of domestic life is
only half provided by its biological predisposition (Nature) – the other half is
realized by the effects of socialization and training (Nurture). Without the
guidance of a calm, assertive and effective Leader, a dog’s social adjustment
and ability to respond well to an owner may suffer irreparable damage.

A calm, consistent and assertive owner can assist in guiding a dog’s choices
until it is properly socialized and trained to make the correct and “balanced”
choices on its own. In order to accept our Leadership, a dog must adopt a
submissive and cooperative attitude at a very early stage of development and
remain that way for the rest of its life.

In order to obtain true Leadership status, one must establish social limits
(e.g. not permitting dogs to jump up, bite hands (mouthing), not pull on leash,
etc.), maintain personal space limits, and develop a cooperative relationship
based on gentle and positive compliance training and be able to apply corrective
measures when necessary. As a result of these efforts, the dog will naturally
become increasingly affectionate and cooperative.

Once basic social boundaries are established, other behavioral objectives are
rapidly achieved by presenting or omitting rewards, such as affection, food,
play and other activities or resources that the dog may desire to obtain.

(excerpt from the Handbook of Applied Dog Behavior and Training-Vol II; Steven
R. Lindsay) 

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 * Halie Marie
   
   I don’t even know where to start! Brian and his team at CBS ... I don’t even
   know where to start! Brian and his team at CBS are incredible and go above
   and beyond. We adopted Bruno in December, he is a 130 pound Saint Bernard mix
   (cane corso, rottweiler and lab). He started showing signs of reactivity on
   and off leash to strangers and dogs, resource guarding the couch, pulling on
   lead and some. These behaviors continues to escalate, we did not know what to
   do. Our corrections weren’t working, after a few close calls I was scared to
   even bring him outside. After some research we signed Bruno up for board and
   train. CBS was able to accept bruno’s case in a more than timely manner. He
   then spent 6 weeks at CBS, we were updated with plenty of pictures! It was
   great to see our dog at work and playing with new friends. We weren’t even
   sure if he could play with other dogs at first! Brian did our rehome session
   two Sunday’s ago. His years of knowledge and experience was evident. He was
   able to help us understand what we needed to do as owners to make a more
   balanced relationship with Bruno. The book The Other End Of A Leash by
   Patricia McConnell was also very useful in helping us understand things from
   a dog’s perspective and how many of the things we do as humans can be rude or
   threatening to them. So since Bruno has been home he has yet to react to a
   person or dog, he does much better with loose leash walking, he has stopped
   trying to get on the couch or bed, he goes into his crate on his own and
   more. A excellent example of his current behavior was our recent vet visit
   the following Friday after his return. Bruno walked in past all the people
   right by my side the entire time. The vet had to touch his face to assess a
   lump, do a comprehensive assessment and draw blood. After all was done the
   vet told me bruno reminded him of some of the service dogs or police dogs
   that come in because his attention was on me the entire time, waiting for my
   command or direction, he did not show interest in what the vet had to do with
   him only caring about me and what my thoughts were. This was a huge
   confidence boost. We then had to walk out of the vets, there was a dog on the
   left and right of the hall leading to the exit. We swiftly walked by them
   with no incident. We as owners still have a lot of work to do but with the
   tools we were given I feel confident in doing so. Also Bruno now attends
   their daycare while we are at work. I whole heartedly trust CBS with Bruno. I
   couldn’t ask for a better experience. I don’t even
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 * Carmine Intrieri
   
   Brian and his team are top notch! One stop shop for grooming, training, and
   ... Brian and his team are top notch! One stop shop for grooming, training,
   and daycare. Best groomer in the area by far. We have received numerous of
   complements with our mini golden doodles coat and are constantly being asked
   where we have him groomed. Great job Canine!! Brian and hi
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 * Heavenleigh Walker
   
   I am very thankful for CBS. They came into my life when I ... I am very
   thankful for CBS. They came into my life when I needed them most. I’ve had my
   Rottweiler karma since she was 8 weeks old. She is now 2 years and 4 months.
   When I got her I thought over socializing her and babying her was what I was
   supposed to do. I let everyone and anyone pet her when they asked, even if
   karma didn’t seem to care to be pet. I would treat her like she was my baby
   instead of a “power” breed. I hired her first trainer for obedience and we
   used a lot of negative reinforcement which eventually turned her reactive and
   insecure. I had a mess and it was a big one. That’s when Brian and his team
   stepped in. I signed her up for a 45 day program at his facility. He was very
   honest about this not being an overnight fix. I even chose to extend the
   program because she had came into heat while there. They accommodated that
   situation as well. Brian and his team kept me updated weekly with pictures
   and videos. They answered all emails and kept me in the loop. Karma has only
   been home for a week, but just walking her in my apartment has been much
   easier. She no longer barks and lunges with the tools CBS has given me. I
   will be sending Karma back for her sleepover session in a couple weeks for a
   follow up. Lastly, karma struggles heavy with the vet. I cannot find anyone
   who feels confident enough to take her on as a patient. The vet I did have
   she was labeled as a danger and needed to wear a muzzle. I haven’t been able
   to get her spayed because they were unsure how they would monitor her after
   she woke up. Brian once again stepped in and found me a vet to take her.
   Taking it a step further he offered to be the one to take her to her
   appointments to show her the vet is not a bad experience. This is not Brian’s
   problem, but he is dedicated to his craft that he made it his. Karma will be
   with the facility as long as she lives. I plan to send her here whenever I
   need a break, have a trip planned, or karma just needs some socialization.
   I’m so glad I found this place. Thank you guys so much ! I am very th
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 * New England Carpet Cleaning
   
   I will start by saying that I normally never take the time to ... I will
   start by saying that I normally never take the time to write reviews,
   although I am one to read many reviews myself and use them as a guide when I
   would like an opinion and insight from someone else’s perspective. So, if I
   can put a pet parent’s mind at ease when they are trying to find an honest to
   goodness reliable and safe place to train and board their beloved fur babies,
   this is the place and to look no further. I can only give 5 stars on this
   review, but if I could I would give Brian all the stars in the sky! We had
   the pleasure and luck of meeting Brian for the first time almost 14 years ago
   when we reached out to him for In-home Private Training Sessions for our then
   very young and feisty Boston Terrier Nikko. Brian arrived at our home along
   with one of his pack members the very handsome Ruger to show Nikko the ropes.
   They helped immensely with the areas we were having difficulty with and
   helped us become a better and well balanced now family of three. It was not
   just Nikko that needed the training, but us as well! Fourteen years later,
   Nikko continues to see Brian on a regular basis to use his sleepover
   (boarding) services whenever we travel. Nikko stays with Brian at least once
   to twice a year (sometimes more. This gives Nikko the opportunity to get
   little refresher courses to keep him well balanced throughout the years and a
   bit of socialization as well. We would not trust our fur baby with anyone
   else other than Brian and his dedicated team. Which brings me here today
   compelled to write my first Google review. We’ve always recommended Brian and
   his fantastic team when anyone would inquire about training or boarding
   services for their dogs…honest word of mouth. But, after our most recent
   sleepover experience I just had to take the time to express my gratitude for
   all Brian did for Nikko this past stay and write a review letting any and all
   pet owners know just how truly fantastic Canine Behavioral Services is and
   has always been. To look no further and have no doubts with whom they should
   select when looking for a trainer or boarding facility. Canine Behavioral
   Services Inc is it! Nikko was recently diagnosed with diabetes shortly before
   having to go to Brian’s for one of his stays. Nikko would require much
   additional care and attention, glucose monitoring, insulin injections, as
   well as additional vet visits. We thought we would have to cancel our trip
   less than 12 hours before we had to depart. We reached out to Brian and
   explained the circumstances and he graciously and without hesitation agreed
   to go the extra mile for Nikko, as he has done many times over the course of
   14 years and take care of him even with all the added care he would need. As
   well as his regular SleepOver Boarding Services Brian also offer what is
   called Special Handling SleepOver Services for the pet that needs that extra
   TLC. If it wasn’t for Brian’s dedication and love for what he does we would
   have easily without even thinking twice have canceled our trip. There is
   absolutely no one else we would trust Nikko’s care to. It was very difficult
   to leave him at such a critical time, but the outmost trust we have in Brian
   made it less difficult to endure. As much as we always miss Nikko we know
   without a doubt Nikko is always well cared for and loved by Brian and his
   dedicated staff and in good hands. There are not enough words to describe the
   gratitude for all Brian has done for our Nikko and we are forever grateful
   and thankful!!! If you are looking for a top of the line educated dog trainer
   who puts the needs of your pet first or a responsible and caring boarding
   establishment that will show your pet love like they are one of their own,
   please look no further and put your trust in Brain and his team. 💜Nikko,
   Natalie & Joe P.S. Look at the smile on Nikko while at Brian’s! I will start
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 * Vanessa Lawrence
   
   Erika P is amazing ! I have gotten our boy groomed here multiple ... Erika P
   is amazing ! I have gotten our boy groomed here multiple times and he comes
   out perfect every time . She always listens to my haircut ideas and works
   with me to come up with the perfect cut for our baby ! Before and after
   pictures she took Erika P is a
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 * Stephanie Hitchener
   
   I brought my two pups here because the groomer Erika is the only ... I
   brought my two pups here because the groomer Erika is the only person I bring
   my babies to! I’ve brought my two to her since their first grooms and they
   love her! They always love their appointments because she is super gentle
   with them, they come home smelling amazing and looking perfect every time!!
   Canine Behavioral Services is super affordable and straight forward with the
   whole process. Super easy to get an appointment and you don’t have to worry
   about picking a time because they have a specified drop off time frame which
   made it super easy to not have to stress! The puppies loved their first visit
   there and loved seeing Erika again! I brought my
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 * nicole cardoza
   
   I had the absolute best experience bringing my great Pyrenees here. She is
   ... I had the absolute best experience bringing my great Pyrenees here. She
   is outside all day she is off leash as we live on some acres in the woods.
   She was very matted ! I attempted to groom myself but pretty sure I made
   things worse. My poor pup. You get to meet the groomer when you get there and
   talk about expectations. She's does a once over of the dog to give her
   professional opinion. They made sure to inform me of uncharges I may face.
   They proceeded to explain why I may face them. Everyone was dummied down
   which I wanted and appreciated. My pup was beyond repair so ultimately needed
   to be shaved down she looks like a q-tip but that is owners faults for
   allowing her to be bad enough she needed a shave!!! The groomer shaved her
   very evenly. I was impressed with the communication throughout this entire
   process and I am thankful they have my girl feeling a bit better. Now when
   her ugly duckling stage is over we will be making her reoccurring
   appointments to come see our new friends at canine behavior !!! I had the ab
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 * Mackenzie Glashow
   
   Canine Behavioral Services is incredible! Brian and his staff worked with my
   two ... Canine Behavioral Services is incredible! Brian and his staff worked
   with my two dogs to get them more comfortable around other people and dogs.
   They also guided us on behaviors to implement at home to create a more
   balanced life for each of them. Most importantly, these techniques helped the
   dogs become comfortable and confident in our home when we welcomed a baby.
   With the help from Canine Behavioral Services, this transition happened
   nearly seamlessly, which I am confident would not have happened without
   Brian’s help. I cannot say enough great things about Canine Behavioral
   Services, they have created such positive change in my two dogs and allowed
   for them to grow and flourish in our home! Brian continues to support us even
   after the completion of the program which has been incredibly helpful as we
   continue to maintain a balanced household for the dogs. Canine Behav
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 * Samantha Lowe
   
   Beyond wonderful experience! I got my two boys groomed and their groomer
   Erika ... Beyond wonderful experience! I got my two boys groomed and their
   groomer Erika did such a great job. My boys didn’t seem stressed at all. You
   can also tell the love she has for pups in the way she interacts with them,
   will 100% be returning. Beyond wonde
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 * Rui Henriques
   
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 * Mich Masse-Allen
   
   Omg, the young lady I spoke with was so understanding and non judgemental ...
   Omg, the young lady I spoke with was so understanding and non judgemental
   about what had occurred with myb2 dogs and the help I am seeking for my newly
   adopted shelter female husky mix. I received from Brian a quote and what to
   expect. This put my mind a bit at ease. Omg, the you
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 * Jackie Havey
   
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 * ReefWeeds Art
   
   When my dad had a major stroke, we adopted his Standard Poodle, Viola, ...
   When my dad had a major stroke, we adopted his Standard Poodle, Viola, so he
   could still have her in his family. We already had three dogs - two older
   standard poodles (both male) and a young, sassy Bichon named Ripple (female).
   Well, Ripple didn’t like having another girl in the house and Viola and
   Ripple just didn’t like each other much. They would both fight and with the
   size difference, this was not a good development. We tried EVERYTHING to get
   them to live peacefully together (or at least not brawl) but nothing was
   working. Then we found Brian Manning and Canine Behavioral Services and their
   pack cohesion program! Ripple came home after her first round of training and
   showed no aggression towards dogs - this was a huge change! And now both
   Viola and Ripple are learning together which just makes me so happy as we can
   see the light at the end of the tunnel. Thank you, Brian and team! Attaching
   some photos of their training! When my dad
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 * Mary Renzoni
   
   We just picked Arlo up from his 3rd family sleep over service. Brain, ... We
   just picked Arlo up from his 3rd family sleep over service. Brain, Laura and
   all the amazing trainers at Canine Behavioral Services have given us our life
   back with our sweet Arlo Boy. I'm not sure anyone else in the world would
   call Arlo sweet. This dog has had it rough...no pun intended. He was only 3
   weeks old when he was taken from his mother and not properly weened. He then
   had a horrible accident at 6 months old where he was hit in the head and
   knocked out cold and lost 6 of his teeth. Arlo has anxiety and fear-based
   aggression beyond anything myself or my husband know how to handle. He has
   attacked and sent a dog to the hospital. He has been aggressive towards
   humans and animals. I honestly don't believe he would still be with us if we
   hadn't found the 6-week board and train program that Brian offers. Arlo is a
   different dog. He is so much calmer and happier. He no longer has aggression
   in the house but still has reactive aggression that we are working on outside
   of the house and in the car. Brian has been to our house to train us all,
   multiple times, and would come again, if we needed him. There isn't one other
   place on earth we would leave Arlo with or trust Arlo to learn from but Brian
   and his wonderful trainers. Arlo has a little way to go but every time we
   bring him to Brian, Arlo comes home better. My husband and I have a little
   way to go to be more consistent with what Brian has taught us to do, but
   Brian didn't hesitate to take on Arlo and my husband and myself. We thank God
   for him!!! To be continued.....Arlo is going back for a longer sleepover stay
   and extra training. I'm so thankful that the training for all of us is always
   available. I'd give them all 50 stars if I could, but it only goes up to 5
   ***** We just pick
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 * Jenna Branco
   
   How and where do I even begin? Brian, Laura and the rest of ... How and where
   do I even begin? Brian, Laura and the rest of this amazing team are the only
   people I would ever fully trust with my dog. When my husband and I adopted
   our cattle dog 4 years ago, we told ourselves we would do everything we could
   to have the most well balanced and behaved dog possible. We took her to
   multiple trainers and signed her up for all the classes, but some problems
   were just over everyone's heads and we didn't know what to do. She was an
   extremely reactive and anxious dog, and we knew we needed more help than just
   basic obedience and positive reinforcement training. For us, nothing was
   working and it became this huge weight on our shoulders. We didn't want her
   to live her life in stress and fear. We came across Canine Behavioral
   Services and were reading about their program and how they work to change
   your dogs way of thinking, rather than just obedience training. We were sold!
   Then, we saw it was a board and train program and we were NERVOUS. Could we
   trust these people? What if they used hurtful training methods behind our
   backs? What if the facility was loud and dirty? What if our dog came home
   sick or underweight? We have heard crazy horror stories, and this made us
   worry. One phone call with Laura completely put us at ease. She was kind,
   patient and answered every single question I had, and she even scheduled a
   second phone call with us just to put our minds at ease and ensure us that we
   were making the right decision When the time came to drop Tilly off for her 6
   week board and train, this was my first time visiting the facility and I was
   in total disbelief. It was QUIET. I didn't hear a SINGLE dog barking. All
   these dogs they have and NONE of them were barking like crazy when my car
   pulled in? That tells me they're doing something right, and I knew then that
   this was the right decision. We got weekly updates through Facebook, and they
   kept in contact with us regularly to let us know how things were going. At
   one point, Tilly was licking and scratching her feet a lot, and they were
   immediate to reach out and let us know what was happening, not a lot of
   places would be so on top of these things! Now to her training. Once she came
   home, Brian gave us a rundown and essentially trained us humans on what we
   had to do. It was overwhelming, but he assured us that they would be there
   for us any time we have questions, and they have been. I've sent them SO many
   emails and they always respond unjudgementally. Us humans have a lot of work
   to do, but in the month she's been home, we have seen a DRASTIC improvement
   in her behavior! No more barking fits, no more jumping on guests, her recall
   is phenomenal, her loose leash skills have significantly improved, and her
   reactivity has improved so much! Sending her to their 6 week board and train
   program was the best decision we have ever made, it's improved not only our
   dogs quality of life, but ours. Their approach to dog training is so much
   better than your basic obedience training, and I would recommend every dog
   owner out there send their dog here, its WORTH IT. If we ever get another dog
   in the future, they'll see Canine Behavioral Services before they even see
   their new home, that's how great this place is. They have a poster on the
   wall inside their facility, it reads "make the right choice, not the easy
   one" and I think that sums up this experience beautifully ❤️ How and wher
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 * Deb Thomas
   
   First let me say, I have a high maintenance breed who needs a ... First let
   me say, I have a high maintenance breed who needs a close eye kept on him. He
   is a lot of work at times. I have tried a few other kennels over the years
   but have been lucky to be referred to Canine Behavioral Services. Oscar’s
   recent stay (one of many) was a 10 day stretch and he wasn’t feeling good
   about a week in. The communication back to me was prompt, detailed and done
   with care. I was given many options as to how to handle the situation from a
   far and knew immediately this facility was going to do everything in their
   power to make sure he got better. They cared for Oscar as if he was the only
   dog in their care, meanwhile I’m sure they were at or close to capacity.
   Laura was my contact and knows the dogs (as does everyone there) as if these
   dogs belonged to them. They care for your dogs at this facility with love.
   Each dog gets what is best for them. It is apparent that their number one
   concern is the health and safety of our pets. It comes with a huge
   responsibility and they rise to the occasion. Speaking from experience, not
   all kennels handle a sick pet this way. I can’t recommend Canine Behavioral
   Services enough. This comes with years of experience of owning and boarding
   dogs. Dogs are family and should be treated as such. Thank you Laura, Brian
   and everyone at your facility for treating Oscar just like he was a part of
   your family. First let me
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 * Joseph Reppucci
   
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 * Billie Wilbur
   
   Our family has used the services provided by Brian and the great folks ...
   Our family has used the services provided by Brian and the great folks at CBS
   for almost a decade now. We’ve taken advantage of behavioral training, sleep
   overs and many of the add on services for our multiple dogs through the
   years. Not only have we been exceptionally pleased with the services provided
   but grateful for all the ways Brian and his team go above and beyond. They’ve
   rejoiced with us when we have had successes and grieved with us when we’ve
   said goodbye to our dear four-legged friends. We know when we drop our dogs
   off at CBS they are truly being cared for by folks who are invested in giving
   them their best. If you’re looking to live life with a truly well balanced
   dog and have a coach that helps you understand how to keep them that
   way….call Brian. Our family h
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 * Jay Scaplen
   
   I am by no means a review type person. This is in fact ... I am by no means a
   review type person. This is in fact my first one! I felt so compelled after
   my experience with Brian, that i had to share. My story is like most, I had a
   puppy that i wanted to start off on the right foot. But I wasn't willing to
   send my baby just anywhere. After some research, and some conversations, we
   decided on CBS. Boy am I glad we did. We enrolled Harper in a puppy training
   program. Brian taught our baby how to act to put it simply. Harper, our baby
   Giant Schnauzer, returned home very calm and eager to please us. She has been
   super delightful to have around friends, with us often getting compliments
   about her behavior. Most people cant believe she such a young puppy because
   her behavior is so calm. Her drive to play bite, unlike most puppies, is
   almost zero! She sits naturally and awaits our next move every single day!
   And her loose leash walking is damn near perfect! Upon Harpers return home,
   Brian gave us a few hours of one on one training to train us (the humans) on
   how to act and expect certain things. In that time I learned I was a tad old
   fashioned in my ways. Brian's approach is a much calmer, easier, positive way
   to achieve good results. I could brag for hours quite honestly. With that
   said, I saved the best part for last. I judge a place on how happy my dog is
   to return there. Harper whines and wiggles her little tail and butt in joy,
   as we pull in the driveway. That alone tells me the fun she has, and what
   kind of environment Brian and his team created! Harper will be back to visit
   the crew often! We look forward to our future at CBS I am by no m
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