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  • Services
    • Online Training
    • Group Classes
    • Hybrid Training
    • Private Lessons
    • Board & Train
  • Service Area
    • Lafayette
  • Online Booking
    • Client Policies
  • Meet the Trainer
  • Contact
  • 337-541-0244

Client Policies

& Procedures

We take pride in being transparent with our client policies & procedures. Our policies are designed to provide an enjoyable learning environment for humans and dogs. We strive to provide the best service to our clients in a timely manner.

We are excited to share our knowledge of dog training and behavior. Our policies are designed to ensure that all clients have a productive, safe, and  fun training experience.  Prior to meeting with your trainer you will receive our full training contract agreement.

Policies & Procedures

TRAINING AVAILABILITY

We see clients Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm. We do not see clients outside of those hours under any circumstances.

MEDIA RELEASE

Sit Happens Dog Training, LLC. may use pictures/videos of me or my dog for publicity or promotional purposes, without any liability or obligation of any kind to me.

GUARANTEE

Our services are not guaranteed. Dog behavior can change over time due to developmental periods, aging, and health. Pet owners influence their dog’s behavior and must do the assigned training homework for optimal results.

TRAINING SUPPLIES

Clients are responsible for providing the necessary materials needed for training. Including, but not limited to: treats, toys, leash, collar, harness, etc.

TRAINING METHODS

Using physical punishment is grounds to terminate services. Physical punishment includes, but is not limited to choke chains, pinch collars, shock collars, etc. The use of pain, fear, or intimidation may lead to fear or aggression.

SAFETY

Clients must have their dogs contained in a crate when the trainer arrives. Dogs must be up to date on Rabies vaccination and bite histories must be disclosed. Dogs must arrive to our facility on leash.

PRIVATE TRAINING RESCHEDULE POLICY

It is imperative that your training sessions are completed timely in order to have success with your dog. We allow one reschedule during training (via telephone, voicemail, or email ONLY). Any additional attempts at rescheduling will be futile and the session will be forfeited. We charge a $25 fee for all reschedules (including your first reschedule). This fee must be paid within 24 hours in order to continue training. Clients have 4 months to complete four sessions.

PRIVATE TRAINING NO-SHOW / LATE POLICY

All no-show sessions will be forfeited automatically. There is $25 no-show fee that must be paid after a missed appointment within 24 hours in order to continue training. If clients do not show for their final session or have more than one no-show for training will be terminated.

Clients are expected to be on time for training. We do give a 15 minute window for lateness, however if more than 15 minutes late the session is treated as a no-show and is forfeited automatically. A $25 fee must be paid within 24 hours in order to continue training.

HYBRID TRAINING CANCELLATION POLICY

Rescheduling is not permitted in this training program. There are no exceptions. Any rescheduling will result in forfeiture of sessions.

GROUP CLASSES

Puppy classes are open to puppies between the ages of 10 weeks and 5 months of age. Adult classes are open to dogs and puppies 6 months of age and older. Proof of vaccinations given by a veterinarian (Distemper combo, Rabies – if old enough, Bordetella), a negative fecal, and flea prevention are needed to attend class. Puppies need at least 2 rounds of vaccines from a veterinarian to attend class.

The trainer may remove a pet from class if a hazard or threat of any nature to any other animal or person is present.

PAYMENTS & REFUNDS

Clients have 24 hours to pay the training deposit to hold their spot for training. This deposit is non-transferable and nonrefundable. Full payment is due at the initial training session. Sit Happens Dog Training does NOT issue refunds. No exceptions, services are non-transferable.

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Waffle, the 7 month Miniature Goldendoodle puppy, Waffle, the 7 month Miniature Goldendoodle puppy, recently completed his in-home private training lessons. We worked on stopping his attention seeking jumping, biting, and taught him how to come when called.  We learned that he was engaging in low level resource guarding and taughthim the value of trades. Great job, Waffle! #sithappens #lafayettedogtrainer #trainingwithresults#privatelessons #behaviormodification #lafayettela #dogtraining #goldendoodle  #goldendoodlesofinstagram #puppyproblems #positivedogtraining  #doodlelove❤️
Bella, the 7 month old Mountain Cur, is currently Bella, the 7 month old Mountain Cur, is currently in private training lessons with Vikki. We are currently working on come when called and teaching her an invisible boundary around their property. She is very energetic and  is enjoying the daily mental stimulation. She also loves her new enrichment toys and flirt pole! #sithappens #lafayettedogtrainer #trainingwithresults #privatelessons #positivedogtraining #dogtrainer #obedience #manners #mountaincur #mountaincurpuppy #lafayettela #teenagedogsofinstagram
📅Join us for our INTRO TO AGILITY WORKSHOP on Thur 📅Join us for our INTRO TO AGILITY WORKSHOP on Thursday, February 12th @ 6:30 pm!
📲Enroll here: https://pocketsuite.io/book/sithappensdogtraining/item/intro-to-agility-workshop

🐶Our Intro to Agility workshop is a great way to have fun with your pet! . This 1 hour workshop will introduce your dog to agility obstacles such as - the A-frame, weaves, tunnel, jumps, dog walk and more! The cost is $45/dog.

 ✅Classes take place at our training center located at 131 James Comeaux Rd, Lafayette La 70508.
 ✅Proof of current vaccinations given by a veterinarian, a negative fecal, and flea prevention are needed to attend class. Puppies need 2 rounds of vaccines given by a veterinarian.
 ✅All classes are taught with positive reinforcement based methods, we do not use any choke, prong, or shock collars.
Saint the Dachshund puppy and Jolie the Golden Ret Saint the Dachshund puppy and Jolie the Golden Retriever puppy had so much fun at our recent Puppy Play Time! They become fast friends and did an excellent job developing their play skills. They also built confidence engaging in obstacles. Proper socialization for puppies is crucial to help prevent fears, phobias, and aggression. #sithappens #lafayettedogtrainer #trainingwithresults #groupclasses #workshop #dachshundpuppy #lafayettela #puppiesofinstagram  #goldenretrieverpuppy #puppygram  #socialization #positivedogtraining ##puppylove❤️
We recently had a behavior consultation for Franki We recently had a behavior consultation for Frankie the 2 year old rescue dog. His owners are not local to the area, but we were able to assess him and put together a  training strategy to decrease his stress and aggression. We were also able to provide an appropriate referral to a Certified Behavior Consultant to continue his training. We  also made referral to his veterinarian to rule out pain and discuss the potential use of behavior medication. We learned that Frankie struggles with fear aggression. He is unable to be around guests or walk down the street without being over threshold. He will growl snd bark constantly. We discussed management, muzzle conditioning,  and body language. We developed an enrichment protocol to decrease his daily stress. We also instructed his owner on how to safely begin to desensitize and counter-condition him to triggers. We were glad to help his owner better understand the function behind his behavior and how to begin to condition him to become less fearful. #sithappens #lafayettedogtrainer #trainingwithresults #privatelessons #behaviormodification #lafayettela #aggression #reactivity #behaviorconsultation  #humanaggressivedog  #fearaggression #humanaggression #rescuedog #certifiedbehaviorconsultant
Fritz, the rescued Doberman puppy, rocked his fiel Fritz, the rescued Doberman puppy, rocked his field tripnto Petco! He had so much fun investigating the new smells and taking in a new environment. He walked beautifully on his leash in the store and did well responding to his obedience cues. Great job, Fritz! #sithappens #lafayettedogtrainer #trainingwithresults #boardandtrain #puppytraining #socialization #obedience #manners #fieldtrip #dogfriendlystore #petco #dobermanpinscher #dobermanpuppy  #teenagedogsofinstagram #rescuedogsofinstagram #lafayettela
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Professional Dog Training Services for the the Lafayette and the surrounding areas.
  • Services
    • Online Training
    • Group Classes
    • Hybrid Training
    • Private Lessons
    • Board & Train
  • Service Area
    • Lafayette
  • Online Booking
    • Client Policies
  • Meet the Trainer
  • Contact
  • 337-541-0244
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