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DOG TRAINING 
Positive Reinforcement Programs

Puppy Foundations Program

10 Total Sessions | 60-Minute Sessions | Puppies Under 6 Months | $700 total

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Our Puppy Foundations Program gives young puppies a strong start through structured, age-appropriate training focused on confidence, manners, and social skills.

 

Focus areas include:​

Basic cues

Intro to leash walking

Crate training

Recall foundations

Proper play and socialization with people and dogs

Redirection and impulse control

Bathing and grooming practice

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This program sets the foundation for a lifetime of good behavior and is a great first step before moving into our Life Skills Training Program.

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Life Skills Training Program

8Total Sessions | 60-Minute Sessions | Recommended for dogs 6 Months+ OR have completed the Puppy Foundations Program | $550 total

 

Designed for dogs who already have their basics down, the Life Skills Training Program focuses on applying training to real-world situations.

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This customizable 8-week program is ideal for dogs who have completed a puppy program (with us or elsewhere) and are ready to improve manners, focus, and reliability in everyday environments.

 

Common focus areas include:

Loose leash walking

Reliable recall

Polite greetings and jumping control

Impulse control and settling

Focus around distractions

Real-life obedience skills

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Each dog’s plan is tailored to their specific goals and lifestyle.

Single Skill Sessions

Single Session  | 60-Minute Sessions | No Commitment | $80/per Session

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Skill Sessions are ideal for dogs who need targeted help with a specific behavior. These one-on-one sessions focus on one skill at a time, with hands-on training and clear take-home guidance so you can continue practicing between sessions.

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Common Skill Sessions include:

Loose leash walking

Jumping and polite greetings

Recall refreshers

Place / settle

Focus around distractions

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Each session covers one skill. Depending on your goals, additional sessions may be recommended for continued progress.

Hours of Operation for Both Portland & Falmouth:

Monday-Friday

7am - 6pm 

Weekends

 8am - 5pm ​​

The Mainely Dog Portland

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130 St. John St

Portland, Maine 04101

207-900-3736

TheMainelyDog@gmail.com

46 Leighton Road

Falmouth, Maine 04105

207-900-3703

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